ADOBE PROGRAMS - art and design from scratch. Learn how to create in your first class.

From 48 C$ /h

I am Ekaterina, an audiovisual artist based in Amsterdam. I am currently studying at the Gerrit Rietveld Academie.

Adobe programs such as photoshop are world famous and are used by everyone: from students to designers, from online store owners to photographers. With these programs you can learn all kinds of valuable skills.

In our lessons we will first identify your interests and what exactly you want to gain from our classes. After that we will start with the basics and build up to more complicated topics; finishing the class with creative assignments to practice the skills you learnt.

We can have very intense classes in case you need to learn the program(s) fast, or more relaxed and extended version of the classes.

Besides, we can study digital animation and sound editing.

If you are currently applying for an art school and need help with the guidance, we will focus on making a strong portfolio for your successful application.

a summary of all the skills you can learn from my lessons, depending on your interests:
1. Adobe Photoshop
2. Adobe Illustrator
3. After Effects
3. Krita
4. Making a portfolio for work or school
5. Adobe programs for personal use
as well as: digital animation and digital drawing.

Extra information

Preferably with the softwares installed beforehand. You can learn a lot from watching too, but take into consideration the homework.

Location

Online from Netherlands

About Me

My name is Ekaterina and I am a student of the Gerrit Rietveld Academie.

I moved to the Netherlands in 2019 to start my studies in arts and design. Currently I am undergoing a program in audiovisual arts(VAV – moving image) with a focus on animation.
Before coming here I worked as a freelance graphic designer. I learnt adobe programs from scratch and created a unique, easy to understand guide. When we have lessons together, I will make sure that you will be able to make works in the programs already after our first class.
I approach every student in a unique way - the program will be shaped according to what you want to learn. Together, we will go through every step and you will have a lot of fun learning all the tools and possibilities that art and design can give you!

Education

Gerrit Rietveld Academie(VAV - moving image): department of the audiovisual art. Personal tutoring in graphic design, specifically: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and basics of Adobe Indesign.

Experience / Qualifications

graphic design: brochures, posters and font making, photo editing, digital animation, coding(Visual Studio Code), web design, screen printing, software knowledge in: protools(basics), adobe programs, krita.

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

45 minutes

60 minutes

90 minutes

120 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Russian

Skills

Adobe photoshop

Adobe illustrator

Digital arts

Reviews

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New York

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Gaëtan

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Learn the basics and specialize

- Understand the basics of the program and its interface
- Learn the tools and their functionalities
- Export parameters and file types

You create with the assistance of the teacher and learn what you really need in the context of your activity, whether amateur or professional.

Renaud

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Trainer for 10 years, I offer to support you in your learning of Illustrator software by working on concrete examples.

My experience as a trainer allowed me to sharpen my teaching techniques. I adapt to the level of the student to help him master the tools offered by this software.

Daniel

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Do you want to learn the basics of drawing? Or are you already past that level? Do you want to draw on paper (with pencils) or on a screen? Do you want to learn the basics of 2D animation? All for a very reasonable price? We can do it!

Nice to meet you, I'm Daniel. I'm a (private) art teacher, I'm also a freelance artist and have been working as one for about 7 years. I'm looking for students in Utrecht, I have a teaching space available in my apartment (I can share my address when you contact me), but am also able to travel to your desired space within the city.
I can also teach via webcam, but I do recommend my in-person classes, seeing as they're more immersive and educational.

I unfortunately do not speak Dutch (yet), but am confident we can overcome any potential language barrier we come across.

I have the most experience in teaching teenagers and preteens, so I think we would definitely be a good match if you're a parent or guardian looking for a teacher for your child.

If you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask.

Samaa

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I am a highly skilled and experienced Architect with a great experience in Architecture software. Photoshop is an important software, not only for Architects. I'm Strongly knowledgeable about all approaches of Photoshop. More than anything else, a Creative designer with a will for improving learners` productivity levels as well as improving learning experiences. I work with Adobe Photoshop, Autocad, and Revit in addition I can train you to use most graphic design applications.

Lara

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(9)

Would you like to be able to illustrate the worlds and stories you imagine?

Do you want to learn how to create characters for a video game, animation, children's story, comic or in any format? Or would you like to be able to draw your favorite characters?

If you have those concerns, I would love to help you.

I like to focus the classes in such a way that the current drawing level of the student is not what is important. The room for improvement will always evolve. I like to take my classes towards character design, towards general things like the psychology of color and shapes, since they are assimilable and highly useful concepts, independent of the level of drawing. For this reason, my classes are aimed at all ages and drawing levels.

I also try to focus them on the preferences and tastes of each student, showing them that everything they like, they like for a reason, that nothing is left to chance and that they can also understand how to make their drawings reflect what they want to convey. Even to create your portfolios or visual information for your own project or story.

I give private classes with students from different parts of the world, so many of my classes I have been able to do in both English and French.

I studied 2D animation in France, and thanks to this training, my work has been nourished by dynamism, storytelling, expressiveness, typical of this medium, as well as the sensitivity for color and shapes that I usually use to infuse a unique style both to my original designs as well as my fanarts.

Ariana

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I offer creative lessons tailored to your needs and preferences. These can cover drawing and painting techniques, but also other materials like clay or digital tools (think digital art on the iPad). Together, we'll explore your current level, what skills you'd like to learn, and establish a goal to guide the lesson content. Especially if you're saying, "Yes, but I'm not really that creative," or "Yes, but I'm not very good at drawing," I'd love to take on the challenge with you!

Elene

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As a multidisciplinary artist, I believe that strong digital work is rooted in traditional mastery. This course combines the tactile logic of oil painting and watercolors with the power of Photoshop and digital design. We begin with the core fundamentals, anatomy, still life, and composition before transitioning those skills into the digital space.

You will learn to control digital brushes, build convincing lighting, and apply color with intention. We move beyond simple tutorials to tackle character design, surreal environments, and professional workflows. By the end of this course, you will have a body of polished, original work and a deep understanding of the design fundamentals that make an image successful in any medium. you’ll produce portfolio-ready artworks and understand a professional workflow from sketch to finish. Each session combines hands-on exercises with discussion of artistic choices, so you strengthen both technical skill and creative judgment.

This course is for beginners and intermediate artists who want to go beyond tutorials and actually build a body of polished, original work.

Amanda

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As a graduate of ECAL and holder of a Federal Certificate of Proficiency (CFC) in graphic design, I offer personalized courses in Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, combining both technical and creative approaches.

These courses are designed for beginners as well as those looking to develop their visual style, whether for a personal project, academic studies, or professional goals.

Beyond learning the tools, the goal is to help you:

– Understand the basics of design (composition, color, typography)
– Develop your visual sense
– Create concrete, personal projects

Each class is tailored to your pace and interests, in a supportive and motivating atmosphere ✨

You’ll have the opportunity to work on your own projects (portfolio, resume, social media, illustration, etc.).
Feel free to bring your ideas or projects with you!

Rémi

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As a professional illustrator and concept artist, I offer personalized drawing, illustration, and digital painting lessons, primarily for adults and teenagers. Children interested in learning to draw can also be guided with age-appropriate exercises.

The course content is tailored to your level, goals, and interests. We can work on the fundamentals of drawing: observation, construction, proportions, perspective, light, color, and composition. Sessions can also focus on creating characters, creatures, settings, and fantasy, historical, or science fiction worlds.

For students interested in digital illustration, I offer an introduction or advanced course on Photoshop: getting to grips with the software, using layers and painting tools, creating a composition, coloring, working on atmospheres and finalizing an illustration.

Each lesson includes explanations, demonstrations, practical exercises, and personalized feedback. I can also assist you with a personal project, the development of your artistic style, or the improvement of your portfolio.

My method is based on my professional experience and on a process combining visual research, sketching, composition, 3D bases when useful, then paintover and 2D finishing touches.

Orji

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Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to improve your design skills, this class will help you build confidence and create professional-quality designs. You'll learn the principles of graphic design, branding, typography, colour theory, layout, and visual communication while gaining practical experience using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.

The lessons are hands-on and tailored to your goals. You'll work on real-world projects such as logos, flyers, social media graphics, posters, business cards, and complete brand identities. I'll also share industry tips, creative workflows, and best practices that I've developed through years of working with businesses, organisations, and personal brands.

By the end of the course, you'll have practical skills, a stronger design portfolio, and the confidence to take on freelance projects, build your own brand, or pursue a career in graphic design.

Daniela

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Learn the fundamentals of digital photography in a practical and creative way, using a camera or a cell phone. During the course, you'll learn the principles of composition, perspective, lighting, color, and visual storytelling to create more impactful images. If you're using a camera, you'll learn to use manual mode, understanding concepts such as aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. We'll also explore contemporary photography and develop practical exercises that will strengthen your artistic eye and visual style, regardless of your experience level.

Learn the fundamentals of digital photography through a practical and creative approach using either a camera or a smartphone. Throughout the course, you will explore composition, perspective, lighting, color, and visual storytelling to create more compelling images. If you are using a camera, you will learn how to shoot in manual mode, understanding key concepts such as aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. We will also study influential photographers and complete hands-on exercises designed to strengthen your creative eye and help you develop your own visual style, regardless of your level of experience.

Rafael

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Learn digital illustration through personalized lessons focused on the areas you want or need to improve the most. The classes are adapted to your current level, artistic goals, and the kind of work you want to create.

We can explore different illustration techniques and approaches, including black-and-white artwork, grayscale painting, full-color illustration, character-focused pieces, and more stylized or rendered work. Rather than following the exact same program for every student, the lessons can focus on the techniques that are most useful for your development.

Depending on your goals, we can work on composition, color theory, lighting, anatomy, perspective, shape language, character design, visual storytelling, concept art, game art, and other fundamentals of digital illustration.

You can also bring your own illustrations, sketches, studies, or personal projects to class. We can analyze what is working, identify areas that could be improved, and work directly on the skills necessary to take your artwork further.

The goal is not only to learn specific tools or techniques, but also to develop a stronger understanding of the artistic decisions behind an illustration and gradually build a workflow that works for you.

Aurel

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Want to edit your photos, create original visuals, or make GIFs without paying for expensive software subscriptions? Learn to master GIMP, the free and open-source alternative to Photoshop!

Whether you have a specific project or are starting from scratch, I will support you in a progressive and practical way.

In the program :
The basics of the software: Interface, layer management, selection tools.
Photomontage techniques: Clean cutout, element insertion, fades and assembly.
Retouching & effects: Light/color correction, filters and finishing.
Creation & export: Posters, web visuals, animated GIFs.

My method:
If you have a project in progress, we'll address your roadblocks directly. Otherwise, we'll follow a step-by-step process based on simple and fun exercises. With GIMP, images become like Lego: your creativity is the only limit!

Lucas

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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.

Roman

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Please note: All lessons are taught exclusively in English. I do not offer lessons in Dutch.

My lessons are designed for children and beginners who want to explore the world of graphic design and learn how to create their own projects.

We will start with the basics!

Before jumping into design software, we will explore the fundamentals of graphic design, including a little bit of design history and important design principles such as typography, color theory, composition and visual hierarchy.

Step by step, students will learn how to work with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and Figma.

I believe that the best way to learn design is by actually creating things! That's why my lessons include fun, creative assignments such as designing logos, posters, visual identities, websites and mobile app interfaces.

Every lesson will be adapted to the student's age, interests, experience and learning pace.

My goal is not just to teach students how to use design software, but also how to think like designers. I want to help them develop their creativity, solve problems and understand the decisions behind their designs.

By the end of our lessons, students will have their own creative projects that they can proudly include in their portfolios.

All lessons are taught in English, in a friendly and supportive environment where students are encouraged to experiment, ask questions and learn from their mistakes.