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Drawing and sketching; watercolor techniques for beginners

I can help you develop drawing and sketching skills - figure drawing, sketching from life; drawing objects, the theory of color and perspective. I structure my classes to match the level and interests of the students. I teach both the basics and more playful and experimental techniques, as well as tips of understanding how to draw and express your ideas in an easy way. I work with children and adults, making my classes easy and interactive. With an option "at teacher's location", we can meet either at a local library, or in a cafe nearby.

Extra information

I can provide some basic drawing tools during the first class, but would prefer a student to have a set of paper and favourite drawing materials.

Location

At student's location: Around The Hague, Netherlands
At teacher's location: Weimarstraat, Den Haag, Netherlands

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General info

Age:
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Intermediate
Duration:
60 minutes
90 minutes
120 minutes
The class is taught in:English, Russian, Dutch

About Me

I have moved to the Netherlands from the South of Russia, to study design. I am currently involved in design and artistic practices and teaching. I enjoy sharing my knowledge and skills with other people and always try to find the best study approach for my students.

Education

BA Literature and Linguistics - Rostov-on-Don, Russia (2011),
BA Textile Design - KABK, The Hague (2012-2016),
MA Industrial Design - KABK, The Hague (2018-2020)

Experience / Qualifications

Study practice in a high school (Literature, English, Russian), and in a university (Russian as a Foreign Language). Work in a design studio. Drawing and textile workshops.

Reviews (4)

Elina really knows her stuff! she does live drawing during the lessons where she supports everything with theory. She also gives insightful feedback on my own drawings, and draw style.
Elina really teaches me to draw by looking and understanding what you see, after each lesson I can do so much more. I am very happy with her. Do it yourself videos cannot replace her, believe me because I love those videos!
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Elina is a very sweet and very patient teacher. She clearly has a passion for what she does!
She is a highly dedicated teacher.

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