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Painting and drawing skills for multiple levels, include artistic expression
Course Overview: Mastering Painting Techniques and Artistic Expression
This course is designed to guide students through mastering essential painting techniques and exploring artistic creation, ultimately helping them establish their personal artistic style. It caters to beginners as well as intermediate learners who wish to refine their skills and dive deeper into creative expression.
Course Content
Beginner Level: Foundational Skills
• Understanding and Using Colors: Learn the fundamentals of color theory, including the color wheel, distinguishing and balancing warm and cool tones, and understanding the emotional and visual impact of colors in a composition.
• Materials and Techniques: Gain hands-on experience with oil painting, pastel, and acrylics, understanding the unique properties and applications of each medium.
• Light, Shadow, and Contrast: Explore the role of light and shadow in shaping a composition, mastering the balance between warm and cool tones, and creating depth and dimension.
• Capturing Form and Characteristics: Develop observational skills to capture the shape, texture, and unique features of objects during still-life and plein-air sessions.
Intermediate Level: Creative Exploration and Personal Expression
• Advanced Color Manipulation: Enhance your ability to capture subtle color nuances, achieve harmony in tone, and create cohesive palettes in your artwork.
• Artistic Composition and Mood: Experiment with building dynamic compositions and using color to evoke specific emotions or atmospheres.
• Artistic Methods and Practices: Dive into various techniques and methodologies for artistic creation, including abstraction, symbolism, and experimental approaches.
Advanced Level: Finding Your Artistic Voice
• Personal Style Development: Explore your preferences, influences, and strengths to establish a distinctive artistic style that reflects your individuality.
• Creative Strategies: Learn how to conceptualize and execute original works, drawing inspiration from personal experiences, research, and experimentation.
• Portfolio Building and Presentation: Gain insights into curating your works for exhibitions or applications, presenting your art effectively to communicate your vision.
This course provides a comprehensive framework to elevate your painting skills and unleash your creative potential, no matter where you are in your artistic journey.
This course is designed to guide students through mastering essential painting techniques and exploring artistic creation, ultimately helping them establish their personal artistic style. It caters to beginners as well as intermediate learners who wish to refine their skills and dive deeper into creative expression.
Course Content
Beginner Level: Foundational Skills
• Understanding and Using Colors: Learn the fundamentals of color theory, including the color wheel, distinguishing and balancing warm and cool tones, and understanding the emotional and visual impact of colors in a composition.
• Materials and Techniques: Gain hands-on experience with oil painting, pastel, and acrylics, understanding the unique properties and applications of each medium.
• Light, Shadow, and Contrast: Explore the role of light and shadow in shaping a composition, mastering the balance between warm and cool tones, and creating depth and dimension.
• Capturing Form and Characteristics: Develop observational skills to capture the shape, texture, and unique features of objects during still-life and plein-air sessions.
Intermediate Level: Creative Exploration and Personal Expression
• Advanced Color Manipulation: Enhance your ability to capture subtle color nuances, achieve harmony in tone, and create cohesive palettes in your artwork.
• Artistic Composition and Mood: Experiment with building dynamic compositions and using color to evoke specific emotions or atmospheres.
• Artistic Methods and Practices: Dive into various techniques and methodologies for artistic creation, including abstraction, symbolism, and experimental approaches.
Advanced Level: Finding Your Artistic Voice
• Personal Style Development: Explore your preferences, influences, and strengths to establish a distinctive artistic style that reflects your individuality.
• Creative Strategies: Learn how to conceptualize and execute original works, drawing inspiration from personal experiences, research, and experimentation.
• Portfolio Building and Presentation: Gain insights into curating your works for exhibitions or applications, presenting your art effectively to communicate your vision.
This course provides a comprehensive framework to elevate your painting skills and unleash your creative potential, no matter where you are in your artistic journey.
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Age: | Children (7-12 years old) Teenagers (13-17 years old) Adults (18-64 years old) Seniors (65+ years old) |
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Student level: | Beginner Intermediate Advanced |
Duration: | 60 minutes |
The class is taught in: | English, Chinese |
About Me
With a strong academic foundation in fine arts, I hold the Master of fine art (MFA) degree from Goldsmiths, University of London and Bachelor’s degree in Public Art from Xi’an Academy of Fine Arts. As a practicing artist, I specialize in contemporary art, painting, and installation, with extensive experience in creating, exhibiting, and curating artworks.In my teaching career, I have guided students of various ages in mastering painting techniques, including oil painting, pastel, and acrylics. I have also mentored aspiring artists in portfolio preparation, offering tailored advice on composition, concept development, and personal style. My approach emphasizes the importance of both technical skills and creative exploration, helping students build a strong foundation while fostering their individual artistic voices.
Combining professional expertise and years of teaching experience, I aim to inspire students to develop a deeper understanding of art and unlock their creative potential.
Education
Goldsmiths, university of London, Master of Fine art (MFA), Fine art, 2022-2024Xi’an Academy of Fine arts, Bachelor of Art, Public Art, 2018-2022
Experience / Qualifications
Yasmine Art Studio – Xi’an, ChinaStudent Art Application Advisor/Art tutor 2023.01-2024.07
• Assisted students in organizing and archiving their art portfolios for academic applications.
• Provided guidance on structure and content for application essays, with a focus on refining and editing their drafts.
• Supported students in preparing and submitting final application documents.
Shun Li Art School - Zhejiang, China
Art teacher (Jul.2018-Sep2018)
• Taught drawing and painting techniques to students of various age groups, tailoring lessons to individual skill levels.
• Specialized in teaching oil painting, sketching, and pastel techniques while fostering creative growth.
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