If you’ve been thinking about learning to draw or paint but aren’t sure where to begin, you’re not alone. Many Australian students reach out to us because they want to start creating but feel uncertain about choosing an online course – especially one based in the UK. The truth is, distance needn’t make things complicated. With the right structure and guidance, you can build strong foundations from the comfort of your home, wherever you are in Australia.
Rather than rushing into a specific medium or technique, the most important first step is understanding how online study works and what kind of support you’ll receive. Once that feels clear, choosing a beginner-friendly course becomes much easier.
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How Online Study Fits into Life in Australia
One of the biggest advantages of distance learning is the freedom to build your studies around your day. Our courses don’t rely on scheduled sessions, so you never have to adjust to UK time zones or join live classes in the middle of the night. Instead, you work through the course materials when it suits you—whether that’s early morning before work, during a quiet afternoon, or on weekends when the house is calm.
Your tutor responds to your submitted coursework with written feedback, giving you the flexibility to read through comments and make improvements when you’re ready. This format works especially well for beginners who want time to process guidance before moving on.
If you’d like to learn more about how tutor feedback builds confidence for new artists, take a look at our page on Tutor-Supported Learning.
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A Simple Way to Begin: Choose a Course That Builds Foundations
Australians at the very start of their art journey often prefer courses that offer clear structure and steady progression. Our Art Courses page lists everything available, but the following options tend to give beginners the strongest start:
- Beginners Drawing
An encouraging introduction to drawing basics—line, tone, perspective and observation. - Beginners Painting
A good match for anyone curious about colour, brush technique and composition. - Drawing & Painting Diploma
Popular among Australian students who want a broader foundation and a sense of long-term progression. - Cartooning Course
Ideal for beginners drawn to characters, visual humour and expressive line work. - Pastels Certificate and
Watercolour Certificate
Both suit students who prefer to commit to a single medium from the outset.
Many Australian learners tell us that beginning with a structured course removed the pressure of “guessing” what to practise and allowed them to focus simply on learning.
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Seeing What Other Students Create
If you’re wondering what kind of work students produce on our courses, the Students’ Gallery provides a useful glimpse. Every piece shown there was created as part of a course, so it offers a realistic sense of what beginners can achieve over time.
For personal stories from international learners, including Australians, our Testimonials page offers honest reflections on what the study experience feels like.
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If You’re Unsure Where to Start
Choosing your first course can feel like a leap, especially if you haven’t drawn or painted since school. If you’d like a nudge in the right direction, our short Pick-Your-Course form can help narrow things down based on your interests and level.
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Building a Confident Beginning
Learning art online from Australia is not only possible—it’s smooth, supportive and designed to grow with you. With flexible study, constructive tutor feedback and courses tailored for complete beginners, you can start developing your skills at a pace that feels comfortable.
For a wider overview of studying with the London Art College from Australia, you may also find our Study Art Online from Australia page helpful. Also take a look at our other How to Study Art Online from Australia with a UK Distance Learning College blog post which you might find helpful.
And finally we hope that you have enjoyed reading our blog post Starting Art Online from Australia: What New Artists Need to Know. Whenever you are ready, the full range of courses is available on our Art Courses page.
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