Portfolio preparation for the entrance exams at the German-speaking art academies

I am a visual artist born in Barcelona, settled in Belgium since 2017. As an artist I have accumulated experience for the last 25 years. I am graduated with an Academic Bachelor in Fine Arts in the University of Barcelona and graduated as a Master in Visual Arts at Sint Lucas School of Arts in Antwerpen. I am specialised in painting, drawing, experimental films, installations, language, sound and curating. In other words, I am a multidisciplinary artist. I understand the artistic practice as a way to understand ourselves and the situations which surrounds us. In my classes I don't teach how to do Art, but as how to say something through your artistic work. With me you can work independently, with a coach who will challenge you with some assignments and giving feedback to your personal concerns. In addition, you will learn how to work with several mediums, preparing your own material: paintings, canvases, and so on. You will not only receive individual coaching but as encourage you to look other artists or take into account other references connected with your concerns. Finding, discussing and retaking solutions together are the core of my classes.

Hi! I’m an Iranian artist and teacher offering classes in oil painting, decorative painting, and papier-mâché sculpture. My lessons are suitable for everyone aged 7 and older—whether you’re a beginner or already have some experience. The classes are available in English or Persian (Farsi), and can be held online or in person at my location(Antwerp)—whichever works best for you. If you’re passionate about art and looking to learn in a warm, creative atmosphere, I’d love to have you in my class! سلام! من یک هنرمند و معلم ایرانی هستم با تجربه در آموزش نقاشی با رنگ روغن، نقاشی دکوراتیو و مجسمه‌سازی با پاپیه ماشه. کلاس‌های من برای همه‌ی افراد بالای ۷ سال مناسب هستند، چه مبتدی باشید و چه تجربه‌ی قبلی داشته باشید. کلاس‌ها به دو زبان فارسی و انگلیسی برگزار می‌شوند و می‌توانند حضوری در محل من یا آنلاین باشند—بسته به راحتی شما. اگر به هنر علاقه دارید و دوست دارید در فضایی دوستانه و خلاق یاد بگیرید، خوشحال می‌شوم در کلاس‌ها ملاقاتتان کنم

Whether you're picking up a pencil for the first time or returning to drawing after a break, this class is designed to build a strong foundation in visual expression. Through hands-on exercises and guided practice, we’ll explore essential techniques such as line, shape, shading, perspective, and proportion. You’ll learn how to observe like an artist and translate what you see onto the page with confidence. Each session will focus on a different aspect of drawing, helping you develop both technical skills and creative thinking. From still lifes to gesture sketches, expect to grow your understanding of form and composition in a supportive, beginner-friendly environment. No prior experience necessary—just bring your curiosity and something to draw with!

I am an experienced texture art tutor, specializing in resin, acrylic colors, acrylic paste, and white cement techniques. Over the years, I have successfully trained students of different skill levels, helping them refine their artistic abilities and develop their unique styles. My work has been well-received in the art community, and I have conducted numerous workshops focused on creative expression through texture and resin art. My approach is interactive and hands-on, ensuring that students get a practical learning experience rather than just theoretical knowledge. I believe in personalized guidance, where each student’s artistic journey is nurtured. Whether in 1-on-1 sessions or group classes, I encourage active participation, providing clear demonstrations and detailed feedback to help students master resin and texture art techniques with confidence. I conduct online classes via Zoom or other platforms, ensuring a highly interactive and engaging learning experience. My teaching style focuses on two-way communication, where students can freely ask questions and receive real-time feedback. Depending on students' preferences and time zones, I offer both 1-on-1 and group sessions to cater to different learning needs. While resin and texture art are open to all learners, I recommend my classes for adults aged 18+ due to the use of chemicals and materials that may not be suitable for children.

This personalised tutoring course is designed for aspiring art students seeking entrance into top-tier art schools and universities. Whether you're aiming for Swiss institutions like ZHdK, HEAD, or ECAL, or international schools such as RCA, I’ll guide you through every step of the application process. The course covers: Portfolio Development: Tailored support to create a portfolio that truly represents your artistic vision and skills. Motivation Letters & Interviews: Guidance on crafting compelling letters and preparing for entrance interviews with confidence. Artistic Disciplines: I offer expertise in fine arts, visual culture, photography, sculpture, painting, and theory to enhance your practice. Navigating the School Systems: Assistance in understanding and successfully applying to both Swiss and international art schools, including ZHdK, HEAD, ECAL, and RCA. Real-World Feedback: Benefit from my experience in art practice, exhibitions, and residencies, ensuring you receive practical, constructive feedback to strengthen your application.

How to prepare for a media interview? What means should be used to fight his fear of the camera and improve his image? How to present yourself and your project in front of a camera? How to present yourself and your project to the media? Targeted content according to your project: Verbal and / or gestural communication; Seduction of the lens and / or microphone; Improvisation in front of a microphone and / or a camera; Voice & gaze; Games of one or two cameras; Chronic; Animation; Reportage; Direct radio & TV; Interview; Narration; Speech in all its forms (...) In short, several objectives: ◾ Confront your shyness in front of the microphone / camera. ◾ Understand his speech and his diction. ◾ Taming the media environment (radio / tv). ◾ Familiarize yourself with your image and voice. ◾ Manage your speaking time. Through exercises (diction, voice, presence, breathing, presentations, time management, etc.), role plays, interview simulations and familiarization with one's image and voice, the participants move at their own pace in a flexible educational framework. Note that during the videoconference session, all the notes are transcribed in the chat so that you can access them at any time when you wish. Indeed, speaking is a predominantly physical activity, which, while taking care of its image, is based on a body, a voice, a breath, a rhythm (diction) and an emotion (the imagination and the sensations ) reflecting the speaker's involvement in his speech. How to send a clear message? How to make the difference, to make an impression? Knowing how to speak, act and interact in public is almost a necessity today: your public speaking must be effective and efficient with clear, simple and powerful messages. Simple and pragmatic tools will be presented for: generating listening ● making an impression ● fostering confidence ● generating need ● motivating teams by explaining a strategy ● getting messages across within groups ● overcoming shyness by assimilating 3 CRV axes (body-breathing-voice) ● better manage disagreement or conflict. Mastered, the method allows: • improve self-confidence and stress management with the development of the speaker's fluency (verbal-bodily), his public speaking and his sense of repartee and improvisation. • to work on their ease, leadership, charisma, creativity and personal development through scenarios. * improve the characteristics of the spoken voice (timbre, pitches, intention, flow). * get your message across through your image, while gaining improvisation skills and responsiveness. Supplemented by basic exercises (diction, voice, presence, breathing, presentation, time management), role plays, improvisations and simulations. With the key word: pronunciation, diction / articulation, the sense of repartee. Statistically, the progression following these private sessions is quickly noticeable, from 2 sessions. ( study 2020). Trained in Grande Ecole post-preparatory classes & Ivy League university in the United States, specialized and has worked for more than 15 years, in Europe and North America, in the field of communication and public speaking, in renowned international public and private establishments, intervening in forums and conferences, and oriented on pedagogy and careful methodology. - Locations: Geneva - Lausanne - Friborg - Neuchâtel - Montreux - Basel - Sion - Sierre - Morges - Bienne. But currently and until further notice, only by videoconference in accordance with national recommendations on Covid. These sessions also seem to be perfectly unanimous since they have the advantages of live (example: quality of the interaction), without its disadvantages (example: loss of travel time), with additional advantages (example: of notes on the chat, which can be reread afterwards). In this context, these videoconference sessions for which you have requested me, seem to suit everyone perfectly, take place in a very optimal way and generate a certain enthusiasm (and a certain enthusiasm). That is why, at your request, I continue to offer this option. Take good care of yourself and yours! PROGRAM À la carte program: evaluated and adapted to each need.

Contemporary sculpture workshop, based on modern materials and Art innovation for advanced student only The sessions are personalized based on the individual interests and curiosities. They are for advanced students only that means the student is already familiar working with tools and their observational skills (drawing 2D & 3D)are beyond average.

Everyone learns differently. That's why I teach the way you want. You decide what you want to learn and how, including when your lesson takes place and how long it lasts. I teach art history to anyone who wants to, regardless of age or level, online or at my home in Velp. You can learn about, among other things, the visual arts, music and literature from prehistory to the present. You can work towards an exam/test/training or just learn out of interest. Whether it concerns Michelangelo's David or the graffiti on the walls of Dubai, I'll be happy to tell you about it. Anything is possible. I am trained as a musician/writer and am a second-degree teacher. I have over 10 years of experience in education and have been teaching art history, music history, creative writing and other subjects at the senior level of a small secondary school for a number of years, where I am also a team member. I write teaching materials that are used at various schools in secondary and higher education. I have a lot of experience with innovative education and one-on-one teaching. If you are interested or have any questions, please feel free to contact us. In addition to art history, you can also come to me for lessons in music theory, creative writing, mathematics and physics.

Join this workshop and demonstration where you will learn how to create an expressive portrait, where we look at how mark making through brush strokes and the use of colour palette can make an expressive, meaningful portrait. Learn how to layer in watercolour. What you will need: - watercolour paper, preferably A4 or A3 size. - a set of watercolours - a selection of brushes - HB / 2B pencil I will have a portrait photo that I will have you work on, I will show you techniques during demonstration and will help throughout. Hope to see you there and happy drawing!

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 9 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 nimbs. Your icon will be a real, crafted icon.

Hello, my name is Olena. I am a practicing artist and a fine arts teacher by education. Experience working with children 5+ years . Experience in fine art 10+ years If you: -Always wanted to draw but don't know where to start. - Want to master the basics of drawing. - Want to get advice on fine arts - Want to develop creativity and imagination. Materials I work with: gouache, acrylic. If you have any questions before the start of the classes - do not hesitate to ask. Привіт , мене звати Олена . Я практикуюча художниця та викладач образотворчого мистецтва за освітою . Досвід роботи з дітьми 5+ років . Досвід у малювання 10+ років Якщо ви : - Завжди хотіли малювати але незнаєте з чого почати . - Бажаєте оволодіти основами малювання . - Бажаєте проконсультуватись на рахунок образотворчого мистецтва . - Хочете розвивати креативність та творчість . Матеріали з якими працюю : гуаш , акрил . Якщо є якісь питання до початку занять - запитуйте я з радістю відповім .

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.

My teaching philosophy centers around helping students discover their instinctive creative voices through experimental drawing techniques. I believe in the power of intuitive creation, where students are encouraged to move beyond traditional methods, tap into their creativity, and embrace innovative approaches to drawing. This process empowers them to build a strong personal style while gaining the technical skills necessary to express their ideas confidently. As an educator, I am committed to helping every student unlock their potential, guiding them in finding their unique artistic identity and confidently navigating their creative journeys. Whether you're looking to build a portfolio, develop new drawing skills, or simply explore new creative approaches, I offer a personalized, hands-on approach that meets each student where they are, helping them grow and evolve as an artist. I specialize in teaching non-traditional drawing skills that empower students to create distinctive, original art—perfect for building a standout portfolio. My approach goes beyond conventional techniques, encouraging students to explore their creativity freely and experiment with various mediums and styles. This method allows students to break away from traditional artistic constraints, discovering their instinctive artistic voice. By embracing experimental techniques, students can produce artwork that is innovative, personal, and dynamic, making their portfolios not just technically proficient but also rich in creativity and individuality. Whether you’re aiming to enter top art schools like Central Saint Martins or looking to stand out in the professional art world, my lessons provide the tools to create exceptional artwork that will leave a lasting impression.

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 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 :)

With a BA in Theatre Design and over a decade of experience in primary education, specialising in EYFS, KS1, and KS2, I bring both expertise and passion to every lesson. As an artist who has painted murals and had work featured in galleries, I understand the profound impact creativity can have on learning and personal expression. I offer tailored support in art, drawing, sketching, and painting, ensuring that each lesson is engaging, inspiring, and suited to individual needs. Whether helping to refine artistic techniques, develop creative confidence, or simply enjoy the process of making art, I create lessons that nurture both skill and imagination. My goal is to encourage a lifelong appreciation for the visual arts by making learning fun, accessible, and fulfilling. After each session, I provide carefully selected challenges to reinforce progress, along with periodic reports upon request to keep learning transparent and rewarding. Let’s turn creativity into an adventure!