Ranking of the best art schools in Volgograd in 2022

Love for beauty is inherent in man by nature: since ancient times, people have strived to depict their thoughts and feelings. And today the world knows many artists who express their emotions on paper, or even on walls and water.

But what about those who do not know how to draw, but really want to? The answer is to go to art school. Art school will help develop and increase the existing data in children and even some adults. As they say, the main thing is desire!

Today's review will tell you about the ten best art studios in Volgograd. Some of them accept regardless of age and talent. In some - after a preliminary test in order to identify the initial data.

How to choose a place of study?

In Volgograd, there are many different art schools. Therefore, those who have moved to the city or simply those who want to develop the talent of the artist in themselves or their children can choose from a large list.

In order not to make a mistake with the choice, it is necessary to rely on the following criteria:

• how much money is planned to be spent on education;
• What is the best time to attend classes?
• skill level.

For a beginner artist, a basic course is suitable, in which he will master the basics of drawing. No need to rush and try to study several directions at once.

For those who have the basics of fine art, it is better to choose master classes, advanced training courses.

To make a choice, you can study the programs, schedules and prices for studying at schools on websites, read reviews about those you like.

Who can study art?

Key drawing skills are relevant at all times, so almost everyone can enter an art school or enroll in courses. The main thing is to find a suitable educational institution, the conditions of admission to which are suitable for the specific needs of the applicant.

Further, teachers who have the necessary information will be able to find an individual approach to the student.

What training programs are used in drawing studios and courses?

In most educational institutions of this type, in the first place - practical classes. The main areas of art offered for study in drawing studios:

• picture;
• composition;
• graphic arts;
• sculpture;
• painting;
• coloring.

In some courses, you can get the skills to work with popular computer programs such as Illustrator, Photoshop, Artweaver, Krita, etc. To consolidate the acquired knowledge, you can download applications to your smartphone or tablet.

Where can drawing skills come in handy?

In addition to the general development and broadening of horizons, art courses can be useful for preparing for admission to a higher educational institution or for advanced training.

For those who decided to devote their lives to the fine arts and graduated from art school, the following professions are suitable:

• editor - the media are very picky about the graphic content of publications;
• web designer - developed imagination expands the possibilities of visual presentation of content to portal visitors;
• interior designer - art education develops aesthetic taste and will help to harmoniously decorate the room;
• Content manager;
• programmer.

Top 10 best art schools in Volgograd

"Be Art"

10th place

basic information
Foundation date:	04/24/2017
Address:	st. Sovetskaya, 22
Telephone:	+7 (927) 514-71-17
Web site:	http://beart.school/
Working hours:	10:00–20:00 daily
Age of students:	from 10 years
Cost of education:	from 3 500 rubles per course

The teaching staff of this educational institution will help you master the basics of fine arts, or develop existing data in a particular technique. The training program is designed for children from 10 years old and adults.

All teachers are professionals in their field.

The school regularly holds seminars and master classes where you can learn a lot of new and interesting things.

Techniques studied:

• academic drawing;
• oil;
• calligraphy;
• watercolor;
• basic course that includes all techniques.

• innovative teaching techniques;
• individual approach;
• seminars, master classes;
• convenient location;
• accept both adults and children;
• experienced teachers;
• free trial lesson by appointment;
• average cost of education.

• no courses for preschoolers.

"Children's Art School No. 5"

9th place

basic information
Year of foundation:	1987
Address:	st. Kosmonavtov, 37A
Telephone:	+7 (8442) 78-89-30
Web site:	http://dshi5-vlg.ru
Working hours:	8:30–17:30 weekdays
Age of students:	from 8 years old
Cost of education:	from 1 540 rubles per month

This school is one of the best of its kind. All teachers of the institution have the highest qualification category. Under their strict guidance, students become winners of various city and international competitions.

In 2009, this educational institution won first place in the competition for the best municipal art school in Volgograd.

Since 2015, a set of early education groups has been opened, where kids are accepted from the age of five.

Those wishing to enter the first class must pass an admission test conducted by a special commission. In this exam, the degree of the initial data of the future student is determined.

The evaluation criteria are as follows:

• color abilities;
• layout of the image in the specified format;
• the correct proportions of the picture;
• color fidelity.

• qualified teaching staff;
• many years of experience;
• participation in competitions and exhibitions;
• group for preschoolers;
• convenient location, close to the school;
• low cost of education.

• You can enter the first class only after the entrance exam;
• there is no group for adults.

"School of Fine Arts. V.V. Fedorov"

8th place

basic information
Foundation date:	08/01/1966
Address:	st. Ostrovsky, 3
Telephone:	+7(8442)50-14-10
Web site:	http://dhsh1.oshkole.ru
Working hours:	Wed-Fri-Sat-Sun 15:00–20:00
Age of students:	from 5 years
Cost of education:	free, but there are paid courses

This drawing school is the oldest in post-war Volgograd and is named after the first director, Viktor Vasilyevich Fedorov.

The course is taught in the following areas:

• architectural;
• academic;
• preparatory department for children 5-11 years old;
• evening courses for adults.

There are no entrance exams for those entering the first grade.

Since 2013, an exhibition hall has been operating on Krasnoznamenskaya Street, which is under the operational management of the institution.

• free education;
• showroom;
• experienced teachers;
• charitable foundation;
• additional paid courses;
• regular exhibitions and competitions;
• evening studio for adults;
• preparatory classes for children from 5 years.

• not found.

"Artist"

7th place

basic information
Year of foundation:	2013
Address:	University Avenue, 87
Telephone:	+7(961) 253-86-81
Web site:	volgograd.hudojka-school.ru
Working hours:	from 10:00 to 20:00 daily
Age of students:	not limited
Cost of education:	from 300 r. in an hour

The school works according to a unique curriculum "Watercolor", aimed at developing imagination and creative thinking. What makes this system special is that it is individual, but suitable for everyone.

The schedule of classes can be adjusted to suit you, assigning lessons at any convenient time. It is possible to conduct lessons at home.

• unique training program;
• individual approach;
• lessons in classrooms and at home;
• the ability to regulate the schedule of classes;
• relaxed atmosphere;
• expanding horizons;
• you can go to school regardless of age;
• experienced teaching staff;
• compliance with San. PIN;
• result guarantee;
• trial lesson for free;
• democratic prices.

• No negative reviews were found.

"Piccha"

6th place

basic information
Address:	Lenina avenue, 67, 7th floor, office 700
Telephone:	+7 (927) 510-53-10
Web site:	http://volgograd.pikcha.pro/
Working hours:	10:00 - 21:00 daily
Age of students:	from 12 years old
Cost of education:	from 500 r. in an hour

The training program includes 30 hours, 80% of which is practice. It is due to this that the Pikcha drawing studio guarantees a positive result: in a month of training, students hone their artistic skills from scratch to a high level. The teachers of the institution help students to find and develop their own style.

Upon completion of the course, a diploma is issued.

• office in the center;
• relaxed atmosphere in the classroom, without lectures;
• individual approach;
• experienced teachers;
• hometasks;
• a lot of practice;
• graduation diploma;
• there is no need to purchase any materials for the lessons - the educational institution provides students with everything necessary;
• bus and trolleybus stops within walking distance;
• tea, coffee, cookies for free;
• "Pikcha" - an international network;
• preparation for entering the university;
• regular workshops.

• mostly adults are accepted, there is no preschool group.

"Children's Art School No. 3"

5th place

basic information
Address:	Lenina avenue, 67, 7th floor, office 700
Telephone:	+7 (927) 510-53-10
Web site:	http://volgograd.pikcha.pro/
Working hours:	10:00 - 21:00 daily
Age of students:	from 12 years old
Cost of education:	from 500 r. in an hour

In this drawing school, training is conducted in the following areas:

• painting;
• picture;
• composition;
• sculpture;
• art history;
• basics of fine arts;
• modeling.

The institution was opened in 1961 and since then gifted children and teenagers have been successfully studying there. Children's Art School works on the basis of a perpetual state license, studying in it is free, but in order to enter the first grade, it is necessary to pass an entrance exam to identify abilities.

For children from 5 years old, preparatory paid courses are open.

The school was included in the Federal Register "All-Russian Book of Honor" in 2009.

• years of experience;
• diversified development of students;
• organization of leisure for children and teenagers;
• individual approach;
• free education.

• not detected.

"Artlantis"

4th place

basic information
Year of foundation:	2016
Address:	st. Mira, 19
Telephone:	+7 (988) 493-09-61
Web site:	artlantida34.ru
Working hours:	from 09:00 to 20:00 daily
Age of students:	from 10 years
Cost of education:	needs to be confirmed by phone

In this not quite ordinary institution, children, teenagers and adults are taught the art of creating author's comics and animation. The main activity of the school is aimed at studying the basics of editing, sound engineering, acting and speech technology.

Comic and animation drawing classes are held in groups of 10 people.

All teaching staff are highly qualified graduates.

• obtaining an unusual profession;
• works daily;
• professional teachers;
• the first lesson is free;
• free education of orphans;
• central location.

• There is no group for preschoolers.

"Studio of fine arts, portrait painter Olga Viktorovna Murashkina"

3rd place

basic information
Year of foundation:	2015
Address:	st. Lomakina, d. 5A
Telephone:	+7 (904) 430-13-63
Web site:	portraitist-murashkina.ru
Working hours:	from 14:00 to 20:00 Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat
Age of students:	without Borders
Cost of education:	from 250 r. in an hour

In addition to drawing courses, the studio provides professional development services. Classes are held according to innovative programs: students can choose the right one for themselves.

Practical lessons are conducted individually or in groups. The office is located in the central district of Volgograd, within walking distance there are stops and schools.

• no age restrictions;
• all comers are accepted, without an entrance test;
• help in revealing hidden talent;
• individual approach;
• obtaining the skill of portrait drawing;
• training;
• affordable cost.

• no morning classes.

"Volgograd school-studio"

2nd place

basic information
Address:	st. Mira, 15, library. Gorky, 3rd floor cab. 3.3
Telephone:	8 (960) 886-88-12
Web site:	shkolahudojnik-volgograd.ru
Working hours:	daytime and evening education
Age of students:	from 7 years
Cost of education:	from 2500 to 4000 r. per month

The school prepares professional artists of comics, illustrations for books and animators.The doors of the institution are open to students of any age - from 7 years and older.

Studio teachers will help you prepare for admission to Moscow or St. Petersburg universities. Graduates can work as illustrators of books and magazines, work on the creation of cartoons and advertising projects.

There are six areas of study to choose from:

1. Illustration;
2. Comics;
3. 3-D graphics;
4. Painting;
5. Design;
6. Caricature.

You can choose one of the directions or several at once.

Terms of study from 3 to 24 months. You can study indefinitely if you wish.

• obtaining an interesting profession;
• preparation for admission to the best universities in the country;
• a large selection of training programs;
• individual approach;
• classes at a convenient time;
• development of several graphic techniques at once;
• certificate and personal characteristics at the end of the course;
• assistance in creating a portfolio;
• participation in exhibitions, competitions and festivals;
• affordable cost.

• not found.

"School of Artistic Creativity of Andrey Vystropov"

1 place

basic information
Year of foundation:	2012
Address:	st. Alley of Heroes, 3
Telephone:	+7 (909) 385-63-91; +7 (960) 896-32-22
Web site:	http://www.shkola-zhivopisi.ru/
Working hours:	Mon-Fri from 10:00 to 20:00, Sat-Sun from 10:00 to 18:00
Age of students:	from 4 years
Cost of education:	free and paid from 350 rubles. in an hour

This unique school is the first social art institution in Volgograd. For children with disabilities, classes here are completely free.

Those who want to learn drawing from the world-famous master Andrei Vystropov also come here. Classes are paid for them, consumables for all students are purchased with the funds raised: paper, brushes, paints, pencils, etc.

In addition to practical painting lessons, adults and children are told about the history of world cinema, art, and even the basics of Orthodoxy.

• free education for children from socially disadvantaged groups;
• lessons from a world famous artist;
• individual approach;
• unlimited study period;
• no more than eight people in a group;
• additional general education subjects;
• you can study at school almost regardless of age;
• according to a pre-agreed schedule, it is possible to conduct individual lessons.

• not found.

Attention! The cost and terms of training indicated in the review can change both upwards and downwards. Therefore, in order to avoid mistakes when choosing, the current cost should be specified on the website of educational institutions or by calling the indicated phones.

The article is for informational purposes, the final choice remains with applicants for training.