Leith School of Art runs low cost drawing and painting classes for people who are in receipt of benefits or on a low income. The classes are held weekly at our St James and Custom House campuses, and are for adults who are interested in art and would like to learn some new skills. All materials are provided and each week new techniques and different ways of working are explored.

If you would like to register please fill in an application form. Application forms can be downloaded here. Alternatively we can send one to you via post or email on request. You will then be contacted to confirm your place on the course. Please submit your proof of eligibility with your application form.

Monday afternoon with Dominic McIvor
2pm - 4.30pm

Tuesday morning  with Catherine Sargeant
10am - 12.30pm

Tuesday afternoon with Catherine Sargeant
2pm - 4.30pm

Wednesday morning  with Dominic McIvor
10am - 12.30pm

Proof of eligibility

If you are in receipt of a state benefit e.g. Job Seekers’ Allowance, Income Support, Child Tax Credit, Working Tax Credit, Housing Benefit, Employment and Support Allowance, Personal Independence Payment (previously Disability Living Allowance), Attendance Allowance or Severe Disablement Allowance, your sole source of income is a DWP State Retirement Pension and Pension Credit or you earn less than the Scottish living wage (£9 per hour) you are eligible for a Community Class place.