Art Classes for children and adults - Pencil, Creative Art, Art therapy, Architecture

From 33 £ /h

I am Rachel, an Architect / Artist and a qualified TEFL teacher.

I was born and raised in Hong Kong, moved to the UK 15 years ago so I am fluent in English, Mandarine and Cantonese. We can have classes online, or, I can babysit at the same time, at mine with my puppy and my husband, or outside in a cafe. I have worked with children at my church in the UK and I can give fun, exciting, innovative, art classes in French (B2 Level).

If you are an adult and want more serious lessons, I can provide that. As a RIBA certified Architect, I have knowledge and experience in architecture and Art, and I am more than happy to share my learnings with you.
I look forward to meeting you and to help you in learning a new language or a new skill!

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Western Parade, Southsea, Portsmouth, Southsea PO5 3ED, UK

Online from United Kingdom

About Me

Hello all! I am Rachel, an Architect / Artist and a qualified TEFL teacher. I recently illustrated, wrote, and published a children' picture book and have been selling merchandise for my own company.

I was born and raised in Hong Kong, moved to the UK 16 years ago so I am fluent in English, Mandarine and Cantonese. I can work with standard textbooks and use authentic material to keep the lesson engaging, fun and fruitful. As a RIBA certified Architect, I have knowledge and experience in architecture and Art, and I am more than happy to share my learnings with you.

My teaching style is friendly, encouraging, production-oriented but learning in a fun and relaxed way.

Whether you are an adult who wants to improve their English, a student who wants to change and consider your career, or perhaps your children would like tutoring in Chinese whilst doing some artwork, I am the tutor you are looking for.

I look forward to meeting you and to help you in learning a new language or a new skill!

Best regards,

Rachel

Education

I studied at Bath University, UK, in Architecture, Master of Architecture. I have also finished a postgrad course in Architecture in University of West England. I have a counselling skills certificate and have coached people from different backgrounds.

Experience / Qualifications

I teach privately English, Art, cello, and Cantonese. I have looked after kids and youths at church for a couple year and was a youth group leader in 3 youth camps. I regularly volunteer to teach English in an International Cafe since 3 years ago.

Age

Infants (0-3 years old)

Preschool children (4-6 years old)

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

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Beginner

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The class is taught in

English

Chinese

Skills

Art

Architecture

Arts and crafts

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Cello lessons by Trilingual TEFL certified teacher

33 £ /h

I am a cello teacher from Hong Kong / UK; you can learn with me online /come to my home office where my husband will be working and my dog will be sleeping. Classes can be one-to-one or group classes.

I am a teacher who is passionate playing and sharing music. I love playing cello and have played it for over 20 years. I have been playing at churches and various events for the past 10 years.

At school, I was in an orchestra since year 3. I was also playing in chamber music groups, string Serenade and Concertos when I studied at the Cheltenham ladies College.

I lived in the UK from 2009 and grew up in Hong Kong. I am a qualified architect, career coach, author-illustrator, so I am sure we will have fun, interesting conversations. I believe that music is influential and it can really create an unforgettable experience for audiences.

I am patient, understanding and responsible. The classes can be taught in Cantonese or English, and I speak and understand B2 French.

Piano lessons by Trilingual TEFL certified teacher

29 £ /h

I am a piano teacher who has taught over 25 students; you can learn with me online /come to my living room where my husband will be working and my dog will be sleeping. Classes can be one-to-one or group classes.

I love playing piano and have played it for over 26 years. I have been playing at churches and various events for the past 10 years. I also play the cello, I was in an orchestra since year 3. I played both cello and piano in chamber music groups, string Serenade and Concertos when I studied at the Cheltenham Ladies College.

I lived in the UK from 2009 and grew up in Hong Kong. I am a qualified architect, career coach, author-illustrator, so I am sure we will have fun, interesting conversations.

I am patient, understanding and responsible. The classes can be taught in Cantonese as well, and I speak and understand B2 French.

James

For online classes in art, graphic design, fashion, and games design, here is an updated list of topics, starting with fine art:

Fine Art: Exploring Contemporary Practices – Teach students about contemporary fine art techniques and concepts, including painting, sculpture, and mixed media. Explore how artists today address themes like identity, politics, and culture, and encourage students to develop their own visual language and creative voice through hands-on projects.

Graphic Design Fundamentals – Teach essential principles of graphic design, such as composition, typography, color theory, and branding. Students can apply these concepts to real-world projects, such as logo design or digital advertising campaigns.

Fashion Design: Concept to Creation – Guide students through the process of fashion design, from sketching initial concepts to creating mood boards, selecting fabrics, and producing designs that reflect both trends and personal creativity. You could also cover sustainable fashion practices.

Art in Game Design – Explore how visual art and storytelling work together in game design. Teach students about creating compelling game environments, character design, and integrating art direction with game mechanics to build immersive experiences.

Digital Art and Illustration – Focus on digital illustration techniques for art, fashion, or games, using software like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or Procreate. Include lessons on concept art, character design, and marketing visuals.

Sustainable Practices in Fashion and Design – Discuss the importance of sustainability in fashion and graphic design, aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Teach how to create designs that minimize environmental impact while maintaining aesthetic appeal.

Fashion Illustration and Digital Rendering – Introduce students to fashion illustration techniques, from hand-drawing sketches to creating polished digital renders. Cover both traditional and digital tools to bring their designs to life.

Concept Art for Games – Focus on the process of creating concept art for games, from environment design to character development. Show how concept art helps shape the visual direction and storytelling in game design.

James

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