Our teachers are professionals, trained at reputable art schools in the style of classical realism…

After years of personal and professional experience, we founded Atelier Melbourne Art Academy to help Art Students learn to draw and paint in the traditional styles of classical realism, right here being one of the premium school of art in Melbourne. With our comprehensive guided instruction, you’ll grow your drawing skills to the next level with confidence.

AMAA provides skill-based training, helping students embrace classical techniques. Our clear process allows students to enhance their skills with confidence to achieve outstanding results.

Improve your drawing quality by learning traditional drawings skills with a modern approach…

 

SIGHT SIZE MEASUREMENTS

Strengthen  your  drawing  skills  with  sight size techniques  to understand  the  representation of shapes  and  line quality.

COMPARATIVE MEASUREMENTS

Learn  how to use your eye to make relative  measurements and  compare  relationships  to   draw  accurately.

TONAL REPRESENTATION OF LIGHT

Learn to represent light  and  form  in nature by accurately applying  tonal values, and elevate your Art to the next level.

GIVE LIFE TO YOUR ART WORK

Improve your visual narratives by representing accurate color, temperature, perspective, textures and atmospheric effects.

Choose your learning pathway

Explore our various programs, tailored to suit your lifestyle and learning needs

Full Time program in 2025
2 days (Tue & Wed)- 10 am to 3:30 pm

(Accepting applications for 2025)
 A full time program with an option of two days or fast track with three days including Saturday to accelerate your learning from Bargue drawing, to Portraits from Life. 4 terms per year. Basic, Intermediate and Advanced Levels.






Part-time Saturday program
10am to 3:30pm

( Taking applications for 2025 )
10 week term. Every Saturday, one day a week. 4 terms per year. Basic, Intermediate and Advanced levels.

Part time Weekday Program 2025
10 am to 3:30 pm

(Taking applications for 2025)

10 week term. Choose Tuesday or Wednesday. Useful for students who may not be able to attend weekend classes on a regular  basis. Basic, Intermediate and Advanced levels.

We have a large collection of casts to support the learning of portraiture from life

What our students are saying

 

Leanne Austin

Intermediate student

“Great class, friendly, professional and great if you want to learn classical drawing and painting!! I have seen my artistic skills flourish and have a completely new understanding of how to progress my work. The classes are fun and everyone is friendly. I eagerly look forward to each class. Murali is a great teacher with a wealth of knowledge. He is patient, encouraging, supportive and motivating. Thank you Murali for bringing Atelier to Australia.”


Ray Btaddini

Intermediate student

During two terms of studying at AMAA, I have seen more improvements in my work than in the previous 10 years as a self-taught artist. Murali has created an amazing culture where you can immerse yourself in classical art and knowledge. Highly recommended for artists of all levels.


 

Sheree Mccrum

Intermediate student

“I really like this school my drawing skills have improved far more than I ever expected. I highly recommend AMAA .”


 

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