Online University Art and Design Portfolio Preparation. Are you applying to university for a creative subject? I offer personalised one-to-one online portfolio mentoring for students applying to art and design courses in the UK and internationally. I am an experienced art educator, graphic designer and researcher with more than 30 years of teaching experience. Most recently, I taught international students at EF Academy Oxford, supporting learners from a wide range of cultural and educational backgrounds. I am based in Oxford and can support students in university portfolio preparation to study Art, Graphic Design, Graphic Communication Design, Fashion Design, Architecture, Interior Design, Illustration, Photography, Textile Design, Product Design, Animation, Foundation Art and Design, and other creative programmes. My guidance may include: 1- Developing original ideas and personal themes. 2- Strengthening sketchbooks and creative processes. 3- Developing creative ideas and experimenting with materials and techniques. 4- Strengthening drawing, painting, design and visual communication skills. 5- Selecting, refining and presenting work for university portfolios. 6- Personal-statement and interview preparation. 7- Understanding the expectations of UK art and design courses. My approach is supportive, honest and individually tailored. I help students recognise what is already strong in their work and understand how to develop it further. Portfolio preparation requires regular effort, so I work best with motivated students who are prepared to engage seriously with the creative process. Online lessons are available internationally.

Learn Photoshop for photographers – from photo editing to professional output Are you a photographer and want to make your photos look more professional? In this lesson you will learn to use Adobe Photoshop the way a photographer really needs to, away from the complicated tools that you wouldn't use in your daily work. We will start with the basics if you are a beginner, then move on to professional techniques that photographers use to enhance images and prepare them for delivery or publication. What will you learn? Getting acquainted with the Photoshop interface and its most important tools. Organize photography files and work professionally. Color and lighting correction. Removing imperfections and cleaning up photos (Retouching). Crop images and adjust the composition. Using layers and masks. Merging and non-destructive editing. Preparing images for printing or posting on social media. Creating a fast workflow saves time while processing a large number of images. Who is this lesson for? Beginner photographers. Event and wedding photographers. Product photographers. Content creators. Anyone who wants to become a professional photo editor using Photoshop. Teaching method The lesson is largely based on practical application, where we will work on real images step by step, explaining why each tool is used and how to achieve the best result as quickly as possible. By the end of the course you will be able to edit your photos professionally, and create a structured work style that helps you deliver high-quality images to your clients.

Want to edit your photos, create original visuals, or make GIFs without paying for expensive software subscriptions? Learn to master GIMP, the free and open-source alternative to Photoshop! Whether you have a specific project or are starting from scratch, I will support you in a progressive and practical way. In the program : The basics of the software: Interface, layer management, selection tools. Photomontage techniques: Clean cutout, element insertion, fades and assembly. Retouching & effects: Light/color correction, filters and finishing. Creation & export: Posters, web visuals, animated GIFs. My method: If you have a project in progress, we'll address your roadblocks directly. Otherwise, we'll follow a step-by-step process based on simple and fun exercises. With GIMP, images become like Lego: your creativity is the only limit!

I advocate a creative and relaxed approach. No silly questions: mistakes are the foundation of your learning. Without them, you won't be able to progress. I offer training on all of the following software: • Photoshop: image correction, retouching, editing and processing • Illustrator: proficiency in the software and typography • InDesign: layout design, microtypography, graphic coordination and integration between different software programs; history of the publishing and printing industry • Premiere Pro: video editing, tips and pitfalls to avoid, how to create a harmonious and effective edit, and mastering the software. I adapt easily to schedules and needs. Naturally organized and independent, I am proficient in the digital tools used in education and I create my own teaching materials while guaranteeing high-quality work. Trained as a media technician, I complemented my background with studies in visual communication with a specialization in photography. For more than five years, I have been designing and developing visual content for print as well as digital media. My professional experiences, both in Switzerland and abroad, have led me to work for cultural institutions, companies, and individuals alike. As a graphic designer and photographer, I regularly manage campaigns from start to finish, propose new strategies, and maintain the websites and social media accounts of my clients. I develop relevant visual solutions while remaining attentive to objectives and expectations. Since January 2025, I have been working as a substitute teacher at CPNV, where I teach various multimedia courses. This experience has allowed me to develop strong adaptability skills and an ability to build trust with my students.

As a qualified graphic designer and illustrator, I offer private lessons in drawing, design and support for applications to art schools. My background: Bac STD2A → DNMADE Graphic Design, Illustration & Micro-Publishing → Master's in Design from Sorbonne University. I am familiar with the procedures for each stage, the expectations of the juries, and common mistakes in applications. What I propose: ** Portfolio coaching (Parcoursup, art schools, BTS, DNMADE, bachelor's, master's) ** Guidance support in art & design programs ** Traditional and digital drawing courses ** Introduction to techniques: screen printing, engraving, printing How it works: Your first 1-hour session (in person or via video conference) is free to help us understand your profile and goals. Then we'll work together to create a personalized program, whether short-term or long-term, with a price tailored to your needs. Travel possible within Paris and the Paris region. All levels, all ages.