Paint your Favourite Horror Movie Posters

Choose your favourite horror movie poster to paint from. Our talented teachers will show you step-by-step how to sketch and paint your own favourite movie poster. We will experiment using acrylic painting techniques to recreate your very own retro film poster.

Some artists prefer to create horror movie posters entirely by hand, using pencils. This technique can result in a very authentic vintage look.

Painting a horror movie poster requires a combination of artistic skill, creative vision, and attention to detail. Here are some general steps you can follow to paint a movie poster:

1. Brainstorm and sketch: Begin by brainstorming ideas for your poster and sketching out rough concepts. Consider the mood and themes of the movie and think about how you can capture these visually in your design.
2. Plan the composition: Plan out the composition of your poster, thinking about the placement of the title, images, and other elements. Use your sketches to guide your composition and make sure you leave enough space for the necessary text.
3. Sketch the final design: Sketch out your final design in detail, making sure all the elements are in the right place and the composition works well.
4. Begin painting: Start painting your poster, working on one section at a time. Begin with the background and work your way forward, building up the layers of paint to create depth and texture.
5. Refine the details: As you work on your poster, refine the details and add any necessary text. Make sure the title is legible and stands out from the background.
6. Add finishing touches: Once your painting is complete, add any finishing touches, such as highlights or shadows, to give your poster a polished look.
7. Review and finalize: Take a step back and review your poster, making any final adjustments as needed. Once you are happy with the final design, your poster is ready to be displayed!

Remember, painting a movie poster is a highly creative process, and there is no one “right” way to do it. Experiment with different techniques and styles to find what works best for you, and let your imagination run wild!

Overall, the painting processes used to illustrate retro film posters can vary widely depending on the artist’s style and technique preferences. However, all of these techniques share a common goal: to create a visually striking image that captures the essence of the film in a way that is both nostalgic and timeless.

All venues are in Central and zone 1.
Venue changes weekly depending on the size of class and availability of venue. Please phone/ email/ text on 07710621992 to confirm location.

You will be sent an email 1 week before event releasing venue location.

Our venues include:

The Red Lion, 48 Parliament St, London SW1A 2NH – near West End, Charing Cross, Westminster
The Argyle, 1 Greville St, EC1N -Near Farringdon, Chancery Lane and Holborn station
Spit and Sawdust, 21 Bartholomew St, London SE1 4AL – Elephant and Castle
Truckles, Bury Pl, London WC1A 2JR – near West End and Bloomsbury
The Iron Duke, Mayfair, 11 Avery Row, Mayfair, London, W1K 4AN – Mayfair

This Class includes:

• step by step instructions
• how to sketch by pencil
• how to paint with different brushes using acrylic paints
• a glass of prosecco or non-alcoholic drink
• An Artist Curator
• A canvas
• Painting easel
• Acrylic paints available
• Paintbrushes
• Open and friendly environment