Damian Callan ArtistDamian Callan is a professional figurative painter and visual artist based in Edinburgh, specialising in drawing, portraiture, and expressive painting. He runs drawing and painting classes for adults and art classes for children from his studio at Silvan House, opposite Edinburgh Zoo.
In the spring and summer months, Damian leads landscape painting courses in and around Edinburgh, offering students the opportunity to develop their skills outdoors while exploring light, colour, and composition in real environments. Damian is the author of two internationally recognised books, Paint Like Degas and Paint Like Renoir, and his work has been widely exhibited across the UK and internationally. His paintings are held in private collections around the world. He has written for Artist & Illustrators Magazine and The Artist Magazine, and regularly delivers live drawing and painting demonstrations at public art events in Edinburgh. Damian’s teaching combines classical techniques with contemporary practice, making his classes ideal for beginners through to advanced artists seeking professional guidance in a supportive studio environment. |
NewsJANUARY 2026 - some spaces still available in Monday and Wednesday painting classes, plus Art for Teenagers on Thursdays after school - more
JANUARY 2026 - New Year and February holiday courses for children and teenagers now booking - more NOVEMBER 2025 - Exhibition: HOME AND AWAY New Drawings & Paintings at the Dundas St Gallery 28th November - 1st December. Private View Friday 28th November 6 - 9pm. - more More news on Damian's blog. |
