Vancouver Island School of Art
“I had an amazing collage class with Kate Scoones, who was encouraging and proactive about helping her students.”
Best Art Classes in Victoria, BC
11 schools listed · 8 in Victoria · 5 open weekends · 9 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Hands On Pottery
“Really appreciated the teaching competence and patient, welcoming attitudes of instructors, Emily and Emily.”
Splatters Art Studio
“Everyone had such a good time in the perfectly festive studio setting made for crafting fun.”
4cats Arts Studio (Oak Bay)
“It's a super chill environment and a good way to relax while doing art.”
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The Paint Box School of Art
“We had a wonderful experience today taking Art Steps with my pre-schooler.”
Wendy Creative
“Excellent instruction and such a fun class!”
The 11 schools listed for Victoria, BC teach drawing and painting. Which media they cover, what the fee includes and whether they run model sessions all come from what each school states on its own site.
Area overview: Victoria, BC
8 of the 11 schools we list are based in Victoria; the other 3 serve Victoria from North Saanich (22 km). 10 of the schools on this page have a rating, from 4.2 to 5.0 across 369 reviews; 2 have 50 or more reviews and 9 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "community", "patient" and "skills". 5 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 5 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 25 years. We have a website on file for all 11 of the schools on this page; 8 publish a contact page; 7 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enrol.
Where do I find painting course levels and materials lists?
All 11 schools here list a website. That is where levels, term dates and the materials list normally sit, and the list is the part people forget to read. Terms change, so check the site rather than the listing before you turn up.
Noah Layne Academy of Realist Art
“Noah has a wonderful ability to meet you where you are at as a student, even in the context of a class with learners at varying skill levels and learning styles.”
Jennifer Olson Studios
Natalie Brake Art
McTavish Academy Of Art
“These guys just gave her some confidence and pointers to elevate her talents.”
Mystic Mandala
“Taking Jess's mandala painting workshop kick started my creative energy and I've been dotting ever since.”
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