Our study program to become a state-approved artist can be completed full-time or part-time and provides the basis of a realistic, figuratively working artist.
In this academic program we teach you the art techniques, which means you learn the important basics of realistic drawing and painting in order to be able to create your own style in the future.
The success of our teaching programme mainly relates to the organised and clear structure. Each piece of work builds on the previous one. This way you deepen what you have learned and progress step by step. Therefore, anyone can start, even without prior knowledge.
In addition to the basics of profession, you will also find many additional teaching modules such as anatomy, material science, art history and art business. Our greatest concern is to make you fit for your dream job and give you opportunities to earn money in the art world.
Degree
- State-approved artist
- The qualification is officially approved by the Hessian Ministry of Science and Art and is valid nationally and in some cases internationally.
Teaching Model
- Only face-to-face teaching takes place.
- Lessons are taught in trimesters. There are 3 trimesters per year with 11 weeks of block teaching. Trimester holidays are in between.
- Full-time and part-time possible.
- During the trimester, classes take place from Monday to Friday between 9:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Full-time students have classes Monday to Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and on two evenings from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Part-time students choose the days and times of classes when registering; possible times are 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Monday to Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- The language of instruction is English. German is possible in some areas. Basically, we have an international community, as students and teachers come from all over the world.
Study Period
- The full-time studyperiod is 3 years, which corresponds to 9 trimesters.
- The part-time studyperiod varies between 4 and 7 years, depending on which hourly model you sign up for. Part-time study can switch to other hourly models from trimester to trimester.
- If you take the additional qualification in the area of digital artist, the study is extended by a further year (3 trimesters).
Career Opportunities
Graduates have various options. Depending on whether they have already embarked on a career path, we offer courses to deepen and supplement their knowledge.
- Tattoo Studios
- Advertising industry
- Book Illustration
- Story boarding
- Assistance for established artists
- Companies in various niches that require very good realistic (figurative) artists (e.g. altar builders, window painters, etc.)
- Art lessons at secondary schools, private schools and art academies
- Film and gaming industry
- Agencies for media, communication, product, graphic, fashion design
Study Fee
Full-time study
- 730 € monthly in 36 installments. The trimester contribution is 2920 € and is divided into 4 installments of 730 € each if monthly transfer is requested.
Part-time study
- 12 hours/week: 415 € monthly fee (trimester: 1660€)
- 15 hours/week: 485 € monthly fee (trimester: 1940 €)
- 18 hours/week: 540 € monthly fee (trimester: 2160 €)
- 21 hours/week: 580 € monthly fee (trimester: 2320 €)
In this case, as well, the trimester fee is divided into 4 installments if monthly payment is desired.
Financing
- Application for a non-repayable student BAFöG possible
- Application for an education loan possible
- Training costs are tax deductible up to a maximum of €6,000 per year
- Participation in the scholarship program of the Academy’s Friends Association is possible
- Regular student exhibitions with art work sales
- For further information simply arrange a consultation
Our study program is very practically oriented. This means that you spend most of your time at the easel drawing and painting. Throughout the program, you work on projects and long poses (long poses are drawings and paintings of nude models that last over a longer period of time) and have additional lessons in various modules. All projects build on each other and become more complex step by step. This way, you continuously increase your knowledge and skills.
As part of the training, there are also regular excursions and lectures by external professionals.
Please note: This is an excerpt from the curriculum. Subject to change.
1st Year of Study
1st Trimester
- Measurement methods
- Introduction academic concept
- Introduction to figure drawing
- Material Science Pencil
- Bargue Drawings
- Light and shadow
- Anatomy 1
- Dynamic Drawing 1
2nd Trimester
- Materials Science Coal
- Introduction to Cast Drawing
- Figure drawing
- Anatomy 2
- Dynamic Drawing 2
3rd Trimester
- Material science charcoal and white chalk
- Cast Drawings
- Figure drawing
- Anatomy 3/ Écorché 1
- Urban Sketching
- Dynamic Drawing 3
2nd Year of Study
4th Trimester
- Final drawing project
- Introduction Portrait
- Old Masters Copy
- Figure drawing
- Anatomy 4/ Écorché 2
- Art History 1
- Introduction to oil painting
5th Trimester
- Cast Painting
- Figure painting
- Art History 2
- Composition 1
- Digital Painting Overview
6th Trimester
- Final project Cast Painting
- Portrait painting
- Figure painting
- Art History 3
- Composition 2
- Landscape painting
3rd Year of Study
7th Trimester
- Old Master Copy in Oil
- Memory Painting
- Still life in oil
- Portrait painting
- Figure painting
- Art Business 1
8th Trimester
- Still life in oil
- Self-Portrait
- Figure painting
- Art Business 2
9th Trimester
- Final project
- Figure painting
- Art Business 3
General Info
To study with us you need:
- no previous knowledge
- no portfolio
- Secondary school certificate or secondary school certificate with completed vocational training is sufficient
- an age of 17 years and above, there is no upper age limit
- Knowledge of English – as an international educational institution, most of the lessons are held in English
Contact
Are you ready to register or do you have any questions? You are welcome to contact us at any time by phone or in writing or arrange a consultation.
Kontaktinformationen
Telefon: +49 6172 945 11 00
WhatsApp: +49 152 296 18 751
E-Mail: info@akademie-malen-zeichnen.de
Step 1:
Application Form
Register online using our application form. Please note that this registration is already committed. The study usually begins in the fall trimester. Students from other academies can also be accepted for other trimesters after prior examination.
After successful registration, you will receive an automatic reply that we have received your registration. Please also check your spam folder.
Step 2:
Interview
We will contact you by email within the next 3 working days to arrange a application interview. The interview can take place by phone, via Zoom Meeting or in person. In this interview we would like to get to know you a little better and find out what your goals are. You will also have the opportunity to discuss any questions you may have with us.
Step 3:
Reservation
After a successful registration interview, we will send you an invoice for 10% of the trimester fee. This fee is used to secure your place. Only after we have received payment will your registration be binding and you will receive a registration confirmation by email.
For International
Students
International students who do not come from Europe must apply for a visa after successful registration. You can find more information here