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Visual and Media Art / Plastic Art / Conceptual / classical / website / portfolio
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As a whole, the courses include a vast repertory which touches the drawing, painting, design and lexicon of colors (chromatic circle; monochrome; monochrome; tutorial of the visual arts language, etc), linocut, cyanotype, photography, basic photoshop course, performance tutoring, etc. Among others, basic research techniques to design supports for the chosen mediums such as how to stretch your own canvas on a false frame or even the design of homemade paper and more.

A conceptual approach is very present, but mixes with the classic course, because you obviously have to start somewhere. These art courses / workshops are more anchored in the technique, but if there is a desire to deepen your knowledge in terms of art history, among others, to better understand the trends of art or artists who have influenced a technique for example there will always be opportunities on demand. For the more advanced, it will also be possible to do tutoring on how to proceed with a research method for the evolution of his art, place of dissemination, creation of a website for their portfolio and how to design it.

* It will be possible, in the eventuality, to go outside during photography, drawing or other related courses. Depending on the development or the desire of the apprentice, we could go to a museum, gallery or other activity that will support the learning (provide an additional amount to cover the costs of the activity if necessary ).

See you above all and see you soon! :)

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As a whole, the courses include a vast repertoire that touches the drawing, painting, design and lexicon of colors (chromatic circle; monochrome; camaieu; tutoring of the plastic language, etc.), linocut, cyanotype, photography, basic course of photoshop , Performance tutoring, etc. Among other things, basic techniques for designing media for selected mediums such as how to stretch your own canvas on false frame or home-made paper design and more.

A conceptual approach is very present, but mixes with the classical course, because you obviously have to start somewhere. These courses / art workshops are more rooted in the technique, but if there is a desire to deepen his knowledge in terms of the history of art, among other things, to better know the current of art or artists who have influenced a technique for example there will always be opportunities on request. For the more advanced, it will also be possible to make tutoring for how to proceed with a research method for the evolution of his art, place of diffusion, creating a website for their portfolio and how to design it.

* It will be possible, in the event, to go outside during photography, drawing or other related courses. Depending on the evolution or desire of the apprentice, we could travel to a museum, gallery or other activity that will support the learning (provide an additional amount to cover the costs of the activity if necessary).

For pleasure above all!

See you soon! :)
Extra information
A list of equipment will be requested to be provided in advance in order to start certain courses. / A list of materials will be requested to be procured beforehand in order to begin certain courses.
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Online from Canada
About Me
My name is Mélissa, I am a bachelor in Visual and Media Art and artist. I have exhibited at several galleries and worked in collaboration. Including Place-des-Arts. In addition, to have given several trainings in the past and worked in gallery. The art world is not unknown to me.
The development and evolution of the human has constantly been an appetite for my approach as an artist. But also created a feeling of sympathy to help others, to become the best of themselves. To become anyone that you want to be. This impetus for the teaching of art is not just for me to teach a field, but also that the students manage to interpret themselves and to put words on what they experience internally. Art is thus, here, a way to see between the lines - the big picture subtly speaking. So help to build or complete one’s skills.

I hope to be able to make a change and a bit of new energy!
Education
- BAC en Art visuels et Médiatique de l'UQAM

- Certificat en Art plastique de l'UQAM

-Technique d'Éducation à l'enfance au Cégep du Vieux-Montréal

- Littérature
Experience / Qualifications
- Formation of art products (mediums and media)
- Training on support design and technical demo
- Installation of works
- Gallery exhibitions; Place-des-Arts at MTL
- Consultant and salesperson in gallery
- Team Manager in the Art Community
- Early Childhood Educator
- Framer
- Using Adobe Photoshop, After Effect, Premiere, Lightroom, Bridge
- Lithography, painting, photography, sculpture, videos, installations
Age
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration
60 minutes
90 minutes
120 minutes
The class is taught in
French
English
Availability of a typical week
(GMT -05:00)
New York
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Online via webcam
Mon
Tue
Wed
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Fri
Sat
Sun
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04-08
08-12
12-16
16-20
20-24
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À la carte program: evaluated and adapted to each need.
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Painting and drawing are not just techniques—they are also powerful tools for presentation, mediation, and self-expression. This class will guide you through the essentials of painting and drawing, covering foundational skills such as perspective, anatomy, and color theory, as well as techniques for analyzing and critiquing artwork.

From still life and portraiture to landscapes, abstract painting, and multimedia art, this course will support you in developing your unique visual language. Based on your individual goals and interests, I will create a tailored plan to help you achieve the best possible outcomes in your artistic journey.
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Egg tempera is one of the most ancient historical art painting technique. It preserved as a main technique to paint orthodox religious icons. It is possible to learn it and paint your own icon. I have 12 years of practice teaching people how to do it. We work together step by step to understand the technique, the way to prepare wooden panel to paint an icon and the techniques of making a good project to make the icon fit to the board. We also learn how to make gold leaf layer on the halos. Your icon will be a real, crafted icon.
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I am an artist and philosopher from Amsterdam currently living in Antwerp. I studied in London where I acquired a BA from Art Academy London and a BA in philosophy from St Mary's University London.

Artistic development starts by identifying your artistic interest. As artists, we don’t always know why we draw and paint the things that we do. Yet they are not random. What captivates us or draws us towards certain artworks? This might be the tonal way in which light reflects, structural forms or mathematical division. The point being, is that we all have such aesthetic interests and step 1 is finding out what interests you!

Step 2 is helping you express your interests through painting techniques, styles and materiality. But it all starts with you. What do you want to say? And how? I will help you do this through discussion, looking at your previous work (if you have any), introducing you to a LARGE variety of artists, potentially copying their styles. I adjust my classes according to your needs.

The goal is simple: to come to understand your artistic interest, help you find techniques to express them and develop your artistic language.

(Please note that just because you have found an artistic interest and a way to express it, it does not mean that you must do only one thing for the rest of your life. It is the downfall of creativity to repeat and paint the same way over and over again. Instead, allow your interests to drive your creativity. Let it be the starting point, venture out and discover it from various angles and ways of expressing it. But also be mindful that as we grow our interests can change and as they change, we must remain honest and respond accordingly such that our artistic language can also grow.)

Have questions? Don’t hesitate to message me! I can tailor a class to your needs :)
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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.
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How do you move from making individual artworks to developing a practice that feels genuinely your own?

I am a professional visual artist with more than 30 years of international experience. In these individual mentoring sessions, I work with artists and creative people who want to develop a more personal artistic language, deepen their ideas, or reconnect with a practice that has become stuck or uncertain.

Rather than teaching a particular style or giving you formulas to follow, we look closely at what already interests you: recurring images, materials, questions, experiences, contradictions and ways of thinking. From there, we explore how these elements can become part of a stronger and more individual body of work.

Our sessions may involve discussion of your current work, experimentation, sketchbooks, writing, research, contemporary art and art history, as well as artists, writers and thinkers relevant to the questions emerging from your practice.

We can work on questions such as: What makes your work yours? Which ideas are worth pursuing? How can you develop a concept without simply illustrating it? How can research become part of the work? How do you recognise and move beyond habits, imitation or creative blocks?

This mentoring is suitable for people who want more than technical instruction and are interested in developing an independent, thoughtful and sustainable creative practice.

Sessions are available in English or Portuguese and are shaped around each person's interests, work and creative process.
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Course: How to draw and think like an artist using the 10×10 method

Individual approach. 10 lessons over 10 weeks, 1 hour per week.
For beginners, busy people, and art university students with gaps.

Result: a foundation in classical and avant-garde drawing, structure, an understanding of contemporary art, experimentation, and authorial style. Learn not to copy but to think like an artist.

Курс: "Научу рисовать и думать как художник".
В основе обучения авторская методика 10×10 - обучение рисованию и развитие творческого мышления.

Индивидуальный подход. 10 занятий в течение 10 недель, по 1 часу в неделю.

Для начинающих, занятых людей и студентов творческих вузов, которым нужно закрыть пробелы в обучении.

Результат: база классического и авангардного рисунка, структура знаний, понимание современного искусства, готовность к экспериментам и развитие авторского стиля.

Вы учитесь не копировать, а думать как художник.
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Learn digital sculpture with ZBrush through an artistic and practical approach.

These lessons are designed for artists who want to learn how to create characters, creatures, figures and original designs in 3D, whether your goal is concept art, character development, digital art or 3D printing.

Rather than simply learning software tools, we will focus on the artistic decisions behind a successful sculpture: form, anatomy, proportions, silhouette, shapes, design and how to translate an idea into a convincing 3D piece.

Depending on your goals and experience, we can work on:

• Digital sculpting fundamentals and ZBrush workflow
• Human anatomy and figure sculpture
• Character and creature design
• Developing an idea or concept into a 3D sculpture
• Creating interesting shapes, silhouettes and visual details
• Improving an existing sculpture or portfolio piece
• Preparing a sculpture for 3D printing when relevant
• Presenting your work through lighting and rendering

The lessons can be adapted to beginners who are completely new to digital sculpture, as well as more experienced artists who want feedback and guidance to improve their work.

You can also bring your own character, concept or ongoing sculpture and we can develop it together during the lesson.
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Teaching through lectures and discussions accompanied by representative images from different periods of art history. We will discuss the composition of images, the main characteristics of different movements and styles, the meaning behind their iconography, and the historical context in which they emerged. We will discuss the history of Western art from antiquity to the present day. We won't limit ourselves to Europe! We will also discuss pre-Columbian and American art. My class is aimed at anyone interested in learning about art history, whether for personal enrichment or as a supplement to a school course.
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A great artist should be able to draw a wide variety of subjects with confidence and creativity. This includes drawing people with accurate features and expressions, creating beautiful landscapes with depth and detail, and illustrating flowers with delicate shapes, textures and natural beauty.

Good drawing skills come from careful observation, understanding proportion, practising shading and using lines effectively. Whether drawing portraits, countryside scenes, buildings, plants or flowers, a skilled artist should be able to bring each subject to life and develop their own creative style.

With regular practice, students can improve their drawing techniques, build confidence and learn how to create artwork they are proud of.
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Discover cinema from the inside, deepen your perspective as a spectator and develop your projects with the methods used in the professional world.

Do you want to improve your screenwriting skills, develop a film project, understand the mechanisms of your favorite works, or prepare for your future in cinema?

Whether you are a film buff, student, aspiring screenwriter or an experienced author, I offer private lessons tailored to your level, interests and ambitions.

As a graduate of ESRA Paris and a professional in film production and development, I draw on my experience with authors and my work at Somnivore Films to share the methods of analysis, writing and development that I use daily.
Courses tailored to your goals
Screenwriting and dramaturgy

From the conception of a story to its various rewrites, learn to master the mechanisms of cinematic writing: narrative construction, dramatic structure, character development, conflicts, dialogues, rhythm and progression of the story.

We can work on targeted exercises or directly on your own script, whether it's a short film, a feature film, or a series project.

For authors who already have a script, I also offer rewriting support: dramaturgical analysis, identification of narrative difficulties, search for solutions and deepening of artistic intentions.

Film analysis on demand: choose the films that fascinate you!

Have you always wanted to understand why a film moves you, fascinates you, or leaves you perplexed?

I offer sessions entirely devoted to the films of your choice.

We can explore their storytelling, their characters, their staging, their editing, their themes, or even the artistic choices that shape the viewer's experience.

The analysis can focus on an entire work, a particular sequence, or a question that interests you: Why does this scene work? How does the director build emotion? What does a film tell us beyond its plot?

The goal is to develop your ability to observe, interpret and argue your analyses, while exploring the works that truly interest you.

Analyzing the writing of a film: understanding the mechanisms of a screenplay

This approach is particularly aimed at writing enthusiasts, screenwriters, and people who want to understand how a cinematic narrative is constructed.

Using a film of your choice, we analyze its narrative architecture: exposition, conflict development, scene construction, character trajectories, dramatic twists and resolution.

We can study the intentions of the screenwriters, identify potential difficulties in the narrative and consider other writing possibilities.

This method allows you to acquire analytical reflexes directly applicable to your own scenarios.

Genre cinema: horror, fantasy, thriller and exploration of film genres

Genre cinema is one of my main areas of specialization, with a particular interest in horror, fantasy, and thrillers.

I offer sessions dedicated to the analysis of these universes and their narrative mechanisms: construction of suspense, management of fear, creation of an atmosphere, anticipation, surprise, subversion of conventions and spectator expectations.

How do you construct a truly terrifying scene? Why do some revelations work better than others? How do you renew the conventions of a genre without losing what makes it unique?

We can study existing films, explore a particular subgenre, or work on writing your own project.

This specialization is aimed at both film enthusiasts wishing to deepen their knowledge of genre cinema and authors eager to master its dramatic mechanisms.

Film development and production

How do you transform an idea into a project that can be presented to a production company?

Drawing on my experience in production and my work at Somnivore Films, I can help you understand the different stages of film development.

We can work on writing a synopsis, a treatment, a statement of intent, an artistic dossier or a pitch, but also address financing mechanisms, the search for producers and the organization of film development.

The support can be based on your personal project or take the form of an introduction to professional practices in the sector.

Documentary writing and development

Thanks to my specialized training in documentary filmmaking and my experience in this field, I also offer courses dedicated to the design of documentary projects.

Choosing the subject, research, defining an angle, constructing a point of view, documentary writing, preparing interviews, articulation between narration and filmed reality: we address the particularities of this cinematic form.

I can also assist you in writing a documentary development file.

Preparation for film schools and university support

Do you want to attend a film school or pursue film studies?

Having myself completed several university and professional training courses in this field, I can assist you in preparing your applications: compiling a file, presenting your projects, preparing for interviews and training for analysis or writing tests.

I also offer support to film students for their film analyses, dissertations, research papers and screenwriting exercises.
A teaching method directly informed by my professional experience
My approach is based on one conviction: the mechanisms of cinema are best understood when observed in action and when one learns to use them.

In my professional activity, I analyze scripts, identify their dramaturgical difficulties, support authors in their rewrites and participate in the development of projects intended to be presented to producers.

I apply this approach to my classes, combining explanations, film examples and exercises tailored to each student.

What happens during a session ?

We begin by identifying your expectations and the difficulties you wish to work on. Each lesson is then structured around a specific objective.

For a writing course, we can, for example, examine your storyboard, analyze the dramatic function of several scenes, rework a character, or compare different narrative solutions.

For a film analysis, we can start with a sequence, observe its construction and understand how the choices of writing, directing or editing guide our perception.

For project support, we work directly on your documents, with reasoned observations and suggestions for rewriting or development.

The sessions devoted to a particular film are prepared around a work and questions defined together beforehand.

I favour exchange and reflection: it is not about imposing a single interpretation or method on you, but about giving you the means to understand the possible choices, their consequences and their relevance according to your intentions.

You will therefore leave with knowledge, working methods and, where the course allows, concrete suggestions to continue your progress.
Who are my courses for?
My courses are open to all levels and different profiles:
- Film buffs and enthusiasts, wishing to deepen their understanding of films, explore film genres or discover the mechanisms of writing and directing.
- Beginners and aspiring authors, eager to learn to write, structure their ideas or develop a film project.
- Experienced screenwriters and authors, seeking an outside perspective on their work, dramaturgical support or tools to deepen their practice.
- Students and candidates for film schools, wishing to progress in their studies, prepare for admission tests or benefit from methodological support.
- Project leaders wishing to better understand the professional practices of film development and production.
You can come with a screenplay in progress, a film idea, a work you wish to analyze, a file to prepare or simply a curiosity for cinema.

Each course is built around what you want to learn, understand or develop, with support that takes into account your experience and objectives.
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Film & Media Studies -- A Level, GCSE

Private Tutoring & Revision Guidance for Film Studies & Media Studies for all exam boards, for ages 13-18 years, by a First Class Film Studies & Production Graduate from Queen's University Belfast. I will guide your child through the curriculum according to their exam board criteria, helping them improve their writing, analysis, and knowledge of the subject in order to reach the higher levels.
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Ever wanted to create those beautiful, intricate henna designs you see on hands? Why not turn that curiosity into a new artistic skill?
Henna, or Mehendi, is a beautiful art form that combines patterns, creativity and tradition. In this class, you'll get to explore the world of henna, learn to create your own designs and discover the artist in you!
Whether you're someone who loves art, is looking for a new hobby or simply wants to learn something different, this class is for you. No previous artistic experience is required, just curiosity and a willingness to create!

What will you explore?
1. Handling a henna cone and mastering basic strokes.
2. Creating different elements such as flowers, leaves, paisleys, swirls and patterns.
3. Exploring Indian, Arabic, Indo-Arabic and contemporary henna styles.
4. Learning how to combine individual motifs into beautiful, flowing designs.
5. Practising both on paper and on hands to develop your technique.
6. Gradually creating your own designs and developing your artistic style.
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I’m Eleonora, a curator, writer and art historian living in Rome. I’m currently completing my master’s degree in medieval art, but my curiosity goes far beyond it. I love modern and contemporary art too, and I’ve curated contemporary art exhibitions. My favorite thing is standing in front of a work, whether it’s a mosaic in Santa Maria in Trastevere or a contemporary installation, and slowly working out what it’s telling me.

That’s what I’d like to teach you. In my lessons we look at art together and ask simple questions: What am I looking at? How was this made? Why does it look like this, and not like the painting next to it? Little by little you start recognizing styles.

We can follow your interests: a city you’re about to visit, a period, a single artist, or the whole story. I share images on screen, we compare works side by side, and I’ll answer every “why” you have.
You don’t need any background. Some of my favorite conversations about art have been with people who’d never opened an art book.
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