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One off group workshop in prefered medium, drawing, watercolour or ink.
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From 21 £ /h
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A personalized workshop in the chosen media designed to fit your situation. For smaller or larger groups.

Basic techniques. Nice and friendly atmosphere with professional teacher.

Materials included.
The price is per person.

Kind regards Ossa
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  • Handpan Studio Amsterdam, T.T. Neveritaweg, Amsterdam, Nederland
About Me
My name is Ossa. I am a visual artist, graduated from the Gerrit Rietveld Academy in 2004 and since 2016 also a qualified teacher of visual arts and design and art history teacher. I am Swedish, but have lived in Amsterdam since 1999. As an artist I have extensive multidisciplinary, international work experience. For the past 17 years I have worked alternately autonomously and commissioned. Since 2016 I also develop and teach my own lessons and workshops and I work as a teacher at the Frans Hals Museum in Haarlem.
Education
the Gerrit Rietveld Academy, diploma 2004
Amsterdam University of the Arts, Teacher of visual arts and art history, diploma 2016.
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Experience / Qualifications
17 years of experience as a draftsman, painter and designer
7 years experience as a teacher.
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Age
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration
120 minutes
The class is taught in
Dutch
Swedish
English
Availability of a typical week
(GMT -04:00)
New York
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04-08
08-12
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20-24
A fun private lesson (max. 2 persons) at my studio.

Treat yourself and/or bring your partner, mother, friend or girlfriend.
Dive into the world of watercolor painting for 3 hours; when should you let go of control while painting? And when do you take back this control. Surprise yourself with how quickly you progress with some simple tips and basic knowledge.

It doesn't matter if you are an absolute beginner or someone who already acquired experience would like to deepen or refresh this knowledge. You are welcome and fun is paramount!

The workshop lasts 3 hours including a small break. Coffee and tea are included.

Please contact, day and time can be discussed. I am flexible available in Friday Saturday and Sunday. The price is for one person.
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