Acrylic Painting Classes in Dubai
Learn acrylic painting in Dubai — fast-drying, forgiving and perfect for both bold abstracts and fine detail — at our studio in Al Safa 1, Jumeirah, near Safa Park.
Acrylic Painting at ISOAG, Al Safa
Acrylic is the most versatile and beginner-friendly of all the paints: fast-drying, easy to correct and brilliant for everything from expressive abstracts to careful realism. It is the ideal place to start painting, and endlessly rewarding as you advance.
Classes are led by our founder team — including UAE Cultural Golden Visa artist Ruxeena Musthafa — and shaped by art psychotherapist Najah Musthafa, so you learn real technique in a calm, supportive studio in Al Safa 1, Jumeirah. This page sits under our adult art classes hub; the same medium is also part of our kids classes.
What you'll learn
- Colour mixing and colour theory
- Layering, blending and glazing
- Brushwork and mark-making
- Working on canvas
- Texture and impasto effects
- Both abstract and realistic approaches
Who it's for
Whether you have never held a brush or you are refining advanced work, acrylic suits you. Many Dubai studios cap their classes at 16+, but at ISOAG acrylic painting is open to all ages — adults, teens and children — at every level from complete beginner to advanced.
Why learn acrylic painting?
Acrylic builds confidence fast. Because it dries quickly and forgives mistakes, you finish real pieces from your very first session — and the skills you build (colour, composition, brush control) carry across to every other medium. It is also genuinely relaxing: an hour with colour is a real break from screens and stress.
Acrylic Painting class prices
Transparent, published pricing — no "enquire for price" (prices in AED).
| Option | Price (AED) | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Adult class (1.5 hr) | 300 | Materials included |
| Adult 10-class package | 2,000–2,500 | Without / with materials |
| Kids class | 180 | Materials included |
| Walk-in (per hour) | 150 | Materials included, all ages |
See every fee on our pricing page, or explore other mediums: oil painting, watercolour and drawing.
Founder-led & clinician-informed
You are taught by named professionals — not anonymous part-timers — in a studio where teaching is informed by a real art psychotherapist. That means acrylic painting here is as good for your wellbeing as it is for your skills.
Where we are — Al Safa 1, Jumeirah
International Studio of Art & Galleries (ISOAG)
Al Safa 1, 16th Street, Jumeirah, near Safa Park, Dubai, UAE
Email: info@isoag.ae
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday–Friday | 11:00 – 20:00 |
| Saturday–Sunday | 10:00 – 19:00 |
Prefer to drop in? Try a walk-in session at AED 150 per hour. Find directions on our Al Safa page.
Frequently asked questions
Are acrylic painting classes good for beginners?
Yes — acrylic is the most forgiving paint. It dries fast and is easy to correct, so it is ideal for first-timers, and our facilitators guide you step by step.
How much do acrylic painting classes cost in Dubai?
An adult class is AED 300 (1.5 hours, materials included); a 10-class package is AED 2,000 without materials or AED 2,500 with. Kids classes are AED 180 and walk-ins AED 150 per hour.
Are materials included?
Yes — paints, brushes and canvas are provided for single classes and walk-ins. The 10-class package is available with or without materials.
Do I need any experience to join?
No experience is needed. Classes are mixed-level and beginner-friendly, with guidance tailored to you.
Can children learn acrylic painting too?
Yes — acrylics feature in our kids art classes as well, with age-appropriate projects. See our kids art classes page.
Where and when are the classes?
At ISOAG, Al Safa 1, 16th Street, Jumeirah, near Safa Park, Dubai. We are open Monday–Friday 11:00–20:00 and Saturday–Sunday 10:00–19:00.