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Leonor - Edinburgh£40

£40Personalised Art Lessons - Drawing, Sketching, Painting, Portfolio reviews

Trusted teacher: 2D Animation Filmmaker and Illustrator - Personalised Drawing lessons Are you a beginner artist? Are you nurturing a drawing hobby? Or perhaps you have a strong artistic vision, but you struggle with proportions and spacing? Do you feel like you lack a personal signature style? Do you want to learn 2D Hand-drawn Animation? If any of these questions relate to you, please get in touch with me! I would love to help you develop the right skills to improve your artwork. Being a professional myself, I know how to help you improve your portfolio or if you are looking for something more hobby-oriented, I can encourage you to take on creative exercises and develop ideas. I aim for my lessons to be engaging and I respect everyone's needs and pace whilst in a learning environment. I offer personalised drawing lessons, where we explore creative exercises and I can help with any challenges you bring to the table. Some of the specific methods and drawing/painting techniques I can share include: - Proportions and Space - Observational Drawing. - Stylised Drawing - Sketchbook exercises/routines - Charcoal, Watercolours, Line Art, Digital Art - 2D Animation techniques I can also give you specific feedback on any current projects you have (school or university-related as well) and mentor your progress. I'm an independent artist, specialising in 2D Animation and Illustration. I'm currently living in Scotland, I'm doing freelance work and I have directed award-winning animation shorts that had their way around the world through film festival tours. I'm originally from Portugal and I moved to the UK for education purposes. I graduated from the University for the Creative Arts, Farnham with a 1st Class BA(Hons) Animation Degree. I hope to hear from you!

Art · Animation · Drawing & sketching

Laura - Edinburgh£52

£52Lessons in Classical Academic Drawing with Laura

This class supports students who wish to enter the world of drawing or improve their drawing practice in the classical tradition. Students will learn to take a slow, thoughtful, methodical approach to observing light and form and depicting it on a surface using principles of shape, proportion and tone, and a balance of optical and conceptual knowledge. This class is suitable for beginner students who want to explore a new method of drawing, and also for those who are already familiar with drawing and wish to refine their skills.

Drawing & sketching · Studio art

Nina - Edinburgh£35

£35Art | Painting, drawing, digital,collage, watercolour, acrylics, landscapes, portraits, still nature, beginner from Artist

Are you ready to embark on a creative journey with us? At St.Nina's Art Classes in Edinburgh, we offer a vibrant range of art experiences tailored for both adults and children. We offer group and individual classes, please ask about the current timetable. 🖌️ For Adults: Our adult art classes are designed to nurture your artistic spirit, whether you're a seasoned painter or a complete beginner. Join a community of fellow art enthusiasts who are eager to explore their creativity in a relaxed and supportive environment. What to Expect: 🎨 Engaging Projects: From canvas painting to mixed media creations, we cover a variety of techniques and subjects. 🌆 Creative Escape: Immerse yourself in art as a way to unwind from the demands of daily life. 👥 Connect and Learn: Build connections with like-minded individuals while refining your skills. 🎈 For Children: Our children's art classes are all about igniting imagination and fostering a lifelong love for creativity. Through hands-on projects and playful exploration, young artists can develop both artistic skills and confidence. What to Look Forward To: 🎨 Playful Learning: Children learn best when they're having fun! Our classes incorporate games and interactive activities. 🎈 Kid-Friendly Projects: Let them experiment with colors, shapes, and textures to create art that's truly their own. 👫 Friendship and Growth: Our classes provide a platform for kids to make friends and grow their self-expression. There is also an opportunity to learn about History of Art- DM if interested. 🔔 Enroll Now and Choose Your Artistic Adventure! 🔔 Whether you're an adult seeking to refine your techniques or a parent looking to enrich your child's creativity, our art classes have something wonderful in store for you. We're excited to guide you through a world of color, inspiration, and artistic growth.

Painting · Drawing & sketching · Art history

Diana - Edinburgh£36

£36Mini landscape Watercolor Painting. Classes and Workshops, hands on tehnique.

Trusted teacher: The purpose of classes will be to have fun while improvising and exploring watercolour technique in the context of landscape painting. Classes are available as single workshops or full term of 10 classes. You going to learn how to use different materials and textures for creating painting based on photos. It is designed to teach basic skills and to give you the confidence to enjoy the fascinating medium of watercolour. This course is for anyone interested in learning to paint in watercolour from starch. More experience painters are welcome as well. The aim of the course will be to demonstrate, how a simple straight forward painting method can be an effective way of achieving fresh-looking painting. The participants will learn the main principles of watercolour technique, washes, layering, composition, mixing colours, how to create perspective using tonal value, colour temperature and objects. They will learn how to create interest in the painting fitting up sketches, photographs and still life. learning how to improvise using additional materials as masking fluid, salt, sponge and other is part of the course. At the end of the course participants will go home with many small pieces on paper and one or two completed paintings, depending on desire. Single workshop are variable depending on participant's desire. The topics are how to paint skies, trees, mountains, water and how to combine them together.

Painting · Drawing & sketching · Studio art

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Lobna - Sohag, EgyptRecently active£92

£92Learn Photoshop to become a professional designer and defeat AI - in Arabic

Trusted teacher: In the era of artificial intelligence, it has become necessary to learn professional design programs to become a professional designer who cannot replace you This is what I offer you in this I am Lubna. I work in the field of graphic design and have work experience of more than 5 years. I have trained and held seminars on design. However, I am studying marketing for online business students I worked with companies, individuals, and clients My motto is “Do not design, but find a solution.” I will provide you with an explanation of all the tools - techniques - and applications to actual projects - and answers to all your questions..... You will have a graduation project at the end of the lectures, and this will be your success in mastering the program Explanation in Arabic Let's defeat aı and be professional designers

Graphic design · Photography · Drawing & sketching

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Anna - Copenhagen, DenmarkRecently active£73

£73Portfolio preparation for Fashion Design Schools and Job applications

Trusted teacher: "Online courses customized to fit your specific needs." Hello, my name is Anna. I am a fashion designer and a creative consultant with over 3 years of experience in luxury fashion. I am employed at Cecilie Bahnsen, a Danish-based brand, and hold a degree from the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Antwerp. My goal is to support you, motivate you, and show you the endless opportunities and creative abilities you have. Together we will build a strong portfolio and find the right fashion school or job application. I could be your mentor for your university projects or even collaborate with you. I aim to meet the needs of each individual, get you to know your personality, acknowledge your strengths and weaknesses, and use them in your favor. My experience covers countries like: - UK (UAL Colleges) - BE (Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp) - US (Parsons School of Design/FIT/Pratt) - IT (Polimoda/ Instituto Marangoni/ IED) - NL (ArtEZ Institute of the Art/AMFI - And many more upon request For the portfolio course, I can cover the following: 1. DRAWING AND RESEARCH Fashion drawing Illustration / Different techniques (like pastels, inks, watercolors, pencils, and markers) Color cards (introduction to research) Visual Communication Presentation and Layout 2. RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT From research to the development of silhouettes and sketches Finding strong designs that reflect your concept. Make samples and fabric experimentations (paper toiles/shapes/prints/textiles/ garment development) Color rendering Building the portfolio (gathering all the work together/ layout) Communicating your ideas of your portfolio built out 3. PRESENTATION AND CONTENT Portfolio refinement / last changes/ selection of the skills Examples of other student's portfolio Presentation skills Interview presentation LEVELS The course is for all levels (School graduates, undergraduates, postgraduates, and anyone interested in a fashion career).

Fashion design · Drawing & sketching

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Elene - Rotterdam, NetherlandsRecently active£12

£12Painting Mastery: From Sketch to professional Portfolio

Trusted teacher: I teach digital painting with a focus on clarity, structure, and outcome. You’ll learn how to control digital brushes, build convincing lighting, use color intentionally, and create textures that add depth. We’ll move from the basics of composition to the challenges of designing characters, surreal environments, and expressive scenes. By the end, you’ll produce portfolio-ready artworks and understand a professional workflow from sketch to finish. Each session combines hands-on exercises with discussion of artistic choices, so you strengthen both technical skill and creative judgment. This course is for beginners and intermediate artists who want to go beyond tutorials and actually build a body of polished, original work.

Painting · Digital arts · Drawing & sketching

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Juan - Milan, ItalyRecently active£54

£54Fashion Design (Draping, Sewing, Pattern Making) and Acceptance Portfolio Preparation

Trusted teacher: Learn from the essentials to the most complex techniques that you will need to be a fashion designer. Sewing, pattern making and draping. I can prepare you and review your portfolio to get accepted in to the most prestigious fashion schools. As well as tailor a special class for you, according to your needs.

Fashion design · Sewing · Drawing & sketching

Anita - Vienna, AustriaRecently active£42

£42Artem Forum | Introduction to Freehand Drawing & Painting Techniques

Trusted teacher: An introductory class suited for: • absolute beginners who want a gentle start • hobbyists who want to improve technique without pressure • people looking for a relaxing creative routine (stress relief) • students curious about art but not ready for portfolio/degree focus What we cover • Warm-up drawing & mark-making (lines, gesture, contours) • Observational drawing: still life, plants, interiors, simple figures • Freehand perspective & space • Color basics: mixing, limited palettes, mood studies (watercolor/gouache/colored pencil) • Light & values: using tone to create volume, quick tonal sketches • Composition & cropping: focal points, balance, rhythm • Simple modeling & texture: collage, mixed media, small sculptural studies if wanted • Creative prompts: exercises to spark ideas and keep the practice fresh • Optional: photography for reference and simple digital touchups Extra: • Urban sketching & observational drawing • Museum, gallery, and exhibition visits • Visual analysis of art & traditional techniques • Photography as reference and research Recommendation: In-person is preferred for studio practice. Online only if in-person isn’t possible.

Painting · Drawing & sketching · Studio art

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Helping Business Administration students around the world (Sohag)

Lobna

I recently had the privilege of being taught by an exceptional finance analysis instructor. Her teaching style is truly commendable. She possesses an extraordinary ability to convey complex financial concepts with utmost clarity and patience. Her dedication to ensuring i comprehend the material is truly admirable. She consistently goes above and beyond, taking the time to address individual questions and providing additional support until ei feel confident in understanding. What sets her apart is not only her excellent teaching skills, but also her profound professionalism and extensive experience in finance analysis. This is evident in every lecture and assignment. Her practical insights and real-world examples enriched our learning experience and provided valuable context to theoretical concepts.

Review by CAROLINE MALAK

Portfolio preparation for Fashion Design Schools and Job applications (Výronas)

Anna

I’m so grateful to Anna! She has such a high level of expertise, and her advices were very helpful for me (I had three consultations about my portfolio). I love her way of teaching — so structured, you can apply everything she is telling you right away. Also, I was charmed by her ability to go deeply into my meaning, understand my ideas, and share her views on how to enhance them. And as a person, Anna is so attentive, considerate, and kind. I will definitely turn to Anna again when I need help. Thank you so much, Anna. I’m so happy I found you, wish you all the best! :)

Review by MIRA

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