Illustration and Storytelling - Learn how to conceive your own illustrations and artworks! - Bethnal Green - Private lessons

Illustration and Storytelling - Learn how to conceive your own illustrations and artworks!

From 69.21 C$ /h

In order to conceive a good illustration you need to understand and master a few bases.
This course is made to teach you basic drawing technics ( traditionnal and digital ) and to help you understand the rules of composition, character design, concept art, colours and storytelling.
The goal of these lessons is to help you devellop your style and improve your skills in order to conceive your own personal illustrations and artworks.
Illustration is all about storytelling! Therefore you also need to know how to build a story, invent credible characters and develop environments that will make your visuals unique and captivating.

As a professionnal animator and illustrator who has worked in the industry for several years, I can offer a course covering many different technics and softwares.

The programm can be adapted to your personal preferences ( technics, tastes, goals...) and can focus on traditional technics or digital or both!

Extra information

Students can bring their own laptops and tools or use my personnal setup. I would need the student to be proactive in the organisation of the lessons and help me build a programm adapted their tastes, and specific skills they would like to focus on.

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Around Islington, United Kingdom

At teacher's location :

Amhurst Road, London E8 2AW, UK

Age

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

French

Skills

Adobe photoshop

Drawing & sketching

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New York

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At student's home

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Hello,
I hope you are well.

If any of you would like to bring more art into your life, let me know. Relaxed, one to one drawing/painting sessions (depending on your level of experience) based on Right Brain Hemisphere techniques which enable everyone to simply relax and draw/paint.

I have teaching experience (courses, workshops, private lessons) from London, Belgium and Czech Republic. Also, can assist with preparation for GCSE in Art.
If you would like to know more, please get in touch.

I am very looking forward to hear from you.

Photoshop and InDesign are invaluable skill set for a visual artist. Understanding how to prepare your images, resize and crop for applications, website, and various formats for both digital and print ready materials.
I can teach you how to create templates

I would like to use my experties in art to help people who wanted to be better at their drawing as hobby or other purposes. Feel free to ask any questions. I am vaccinated and farely careful. I hope to meet student in person for this job if you guys are ok. Thank you.

I can teach watercolour, pen or pencil drawings, ink paintings. and etc.

Creative mentoring for artists who wants to make a difference and stand out from the crowd!

I have experience mentoring young people and people changing into an arts career. I also help artists from all stages of their careers successfully applying for grants.

Let's embark together on this journey! Mentoring and coaching sessions include:
- Find your Voice as an Artist
- Writing About Your Art Practice
- Developing Your Critical Thinking
- Applying for Grants
- Portfolio preparation
- Spotting your challenges
- Resilience for Creatives
- Or just tailored to you needs.

Please note that the 30min session is ONLY to talk through your concerns and how you'd like to work together in the next sessions.

After the first session, we agree what the goals are for you and the number of sessions. I recommend a minimum of five session as it helps establishing trust, time to go through any challenges and for a positive transformational change.

Please prepare for the first session: think of what's holding you back, challenges you're facing. But no need to worry much: it will also be an opportunity for me to learn more about your work and career.

Drawing as the basic visual language is one of the most powerful ways to connect what you see and record through your body. This class is suitable for people who are applying for Bachelor and Master programs in Art.

We will start with still life drawing and continue our observations with the human figure. Initially, I would suggest pencils, pastels, crayons, and charcoals to make the drawings on paper. After getting familiar with the human figure, I will ask you to alter the medium; i.e., the marker and the surface, to explore the visual language of the materials.

Moving from observation to the materiality of our drawings, I will ask to draw and write from memory. This part of the class would enable us, to collect images and make narratives from our source materials that we have observed, recorded, and recalled.

I am hold MA in Fine Arts, Painting and have been working predominantly in oil on canvas. I also work on paper a lot in my own practice.
I have an excellent knowledge of paintings and drawing techniques and am really good in conveying my expertise.
Apart from tutoring live drawing and painting, monitoring student's progress through assignments and feedback sessions.
As I am also a contemporary curator, I provide portfolio reviews.

Considering your skill level and objectives, I'll customize a personalized class just for you, and together, we'll work towards achieving your artistic goals.

Whether you're a beginner eager to learn how to express yourself through the medium of painting, or more advanced aiming to refine techniques and build a standout portfolio for art school, I'm here to guide you.

Expect valuable tips, relevant references, and occasional insights into art theory that align with your practice and style. I'll encourage you to experiment, be inventive, and gain confidence in making creative decisions, trusting your unique artistic voice.

Do you want to learn about illustration or how to draw? This course of mine is mainly aimed at beginners who want to learn painting and understand illustration design, and some young painters who have basic knowledge but want to improve. I will teach the basic principles of painting, color, composition, visual effects, the human body, and other interesting and important topics.

I am an RCA MA Painting graduate, and I have a BA(Hons) degree in Fine Art from Westminster University, and a Foundation diploma in Art & Design from the University for the Creative Arts. I am a practicing artist based in London, specializing in painting, and I have been showing my work nationally and internationally. My recent solo show was at Class Reiss London, and I also had a solo presentation at Art Athina. My fascination with tutoring derives from my sensitivity around learning disabilities, something which is a recurring theme in my practice as I grew up as a dyslexic learner, as well as my educational experience of being part of leading academic UK institutions.

Through my work as an art tutor I strive to inspire and support my students, offering insight to my experience as a RCA alumnus and to the professional life of an artist. I teach students of all ages, as I strongly believe that involvement with the arts is always eye opening and revealing, especially when this leads to a career in the arts through higher education.

I can offer art lessons for younger children, involving introduction to creative techniques and idea development, mentoring and support with portfolio preparation to apply for art schools internationally as well as tutoring on contextualizing your work through constructive and generative feedback.

Welcome to "A Realistic Sketching Course You Can Start with Just One Pencil"! This course is designed for artists of all levels who are eager to develop their realistic drawing skills using minimal supplies. With just a single pencil, you'll learn essential techniques to create detailed and lifelike sketches. Our lessons cover fundamental principles such as shading, perspective, and texture, enabling you to transform simple lines into stunning, realistic artwork. Join us and discover the incredible potential of your creativity, starting with the basics and building towards mastery.

The class would be based on creativity to learn. With enthusiasm through my knowledge of art and different techniques to obtain a strong feeling of achievement and ownership of the work in the class. To become confident in taking risks and learning from experience when exploring and experimenting with ideas, processes, media, techniques and skills. To learn about historical and contemporary figures in art.

There is not always enough time during a single or double period of art weekly, in the school setting to create and complete work or achieve a desired result.
It could be that you want to get better at a desired skill or further your techniques.
Maybe you are struggling a little to understand something about the GCSE process, or do not have enough one to one support from the classroom teacher due to classroom sizes and length of the lesson.
Even if it's for Homework support or constructive feedback, I am happy to provide my service.

Observational drawing from life - architectural and townscape, natural and landscape subjects.

I'm Also happy to work from the comfort of a space identified by yourself - a home or studio - anywhere you would like to work (including my own home, if you prefer)

Painting - also able to offer 'from life' lessons, but it is probably more appropriate to work inside, for this.

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.

Learn rigorous technique first, and THEN break the rules.

As a classically trained artist in drawing and painting, I offer private tutoring that emphasizes mastering the fundamentals to develop accomplished, technically skilled artists who can confidently express their creativity. My approach is structured, rigorous, and designed to push students to achieve their best. While some may find my method strict, I believe in teaching the rules thoroughly so that you can confidently break them later.

What I Offer:
Foundational Skills: Strengthen your abilities in line work, value, proportion, perspective, and texture to build a robust technical base.
Composition & Framing: Understand how to structure engaging artwork through thoughtful layout, balance, and spatial design.
Rigorous Critique: Receive honest, constructive feedback to identify areas for growth and refine your individual hand.
Unique Assignments with Clear Goals: Each project is tailored to address specific skills or concepts: contrast, scale, accuracy, perspective, and still life vs narrative-driven styles are just a few examples.

Diverse Areas of Focus: Explore various disciplines, including:
2D design
Still-life
Architectural drawing
Human anatomy and figure drawing
Portrait drawing
Illustration
Media and Techniques:
I guide students in mastering traditional drawing media, including graphite, charcoal, conte, pen and ink, and technical pens. Additionally, if the student progresses, I will offer opportunities to explore printmaking techniques such as silverpoint, etching, and linocut to expand their artistic repertoire.

My Approach and Expectations:
I teach with the belief that discipline and dedication are essential for artistic growth. My sessions combine hands-on demonstrations, guided practice, and critical discussions to ensure students gain a comprehensive understanding of both technical and conceptual aspects of drawing. While I set high expectations, I also offer the support and tools needed for students to rise to the challenge.
After most sessions, I assign homework to be completed by the next class. I certainly expect my younger students especially to complete these assignments. While my lessons are technical and follow strict parameters, there is plenty of opportunity for students to choose their own subjects and designs.
I also highly recommend my student take excellent notes during my demonstrations and instruction time. I will always share my own notes and sketch journals so the student has a goal in mind. After a section of tuition has been completed (equal to a half term) I examine the notes and give feedback.

Who Can Benefit:
Beginners aiming to establish strong technical foundations
Intermediate students refining their composition and conceptual skills
Advanced artists seeking rigorous critique and structured challenges
Portfolio builders preparing for art schools or professional opportunities
With a focus on both mastery and creativity, I help students develop the skills and confidence to create meaningful, rule-breaking artwork.

Hello,
I hope you are well.

If any of you would like to bring more art into your life, let me know. Relaxed, one to one drawing/painting sessions (depending on your level of experience) based on Right Brain Hemisphere techniques which enable everyone to simply relax and draw/paint.

I have teaching experience (courses, workshops, private lessons) from London, Belgium and Czech Republic. Also, can assist with preparation for GCSE in Art.
If you would like to know more, please get in touch.

I am very looking forward to hear from you.

Photoshop and InDesign are invaluable skill set for a visual artist. Understanding how to prepare your images, resize and crop for applications, website, and various formats for both digital and print ready materials.
I can teach you how to create templates

I would like to use my experties in art to help people who wanted to be better at their drawing as hobby or other purposes. Feel free to ask any questions. I am vaccinated and farely careful. I hope to meet student in person for this job if you guys are ok. Thank you.

I can teach watercolour, pen or pencil drawings, ink paintings. and etc.

Creative mentoring for artists who wants to make a difference and stand out from the crowd!

I have experience mentoring young people and people changing into an arts career. I also help artists from all stages of their careers successfully applying for grants.

Let's embark together on this journey! Mentoring and coaching sessions include:
- Find your Voice as an Artist
- Writing About Your Art Practice
- Developing Your Critical Thinking
- Applying for Grants
- Portfolio preparation
- Spotting your challenges
- Resilience for Creatives
- Or just tailored to you needs.

Please note that the 30min session is ONLY to talk through your concerns and how you'd like to work together in the next sessions.

After the first session, we agree what the goals are for you and the number of sessions. I recommend a minimum of five session as it helps establishing trust, time to go through any challenges and for a positive transformational change.

Please prepare for the first session: think of what's holding you back, challenges you're facing. But no need to worry much: it will also be an opportunity for me to learn more about your work and career.

Drawing as the basic visual language is one of the most powerful ways to connect what you see and record through your body. This class is suitable for people who are applying for Bachelor and Master programs in Art.

We will start with still life drawing and continue our observations with the human figure. Initially, I would suggest pencils, pastels, crayons, and charcoals to make the drawings on paper. After getting familiar with the human figure, I will ask you to alter the medium; i.e., the marker and the surface, to explore the visual language of the materials.

Moving from observation to the materiality of our drawings, I will ask to draw and write from memory. This part of the class would enable us, to collect images and make narratives from our source materials that we have observed, recorded, and recalled.

I am hold MA in Fine Arts, Painting and have been working predominantly in oil on canvas. I also work on paper a lot in my own practice.
I have an excellent knowledge of paintings and drawing techniques and am really good in conveying my expertise.
Apart from tutoring live drawing and painting, monitoring student's progress through assignments and feedback sessions.
As I am also a contemporary curator, I provide portfolio reviews.

Considering your skill level and objectives, I'll customize a personalized class just for you, and together, we'll work towards achieving your artistic goals.

Whether you're a beginner eager to learn how to express yourself through the medium of painting, or more advanced aiming to refine techniques and build a standout portfolio for art school, I'm here to guide you.

Expect valuable tips, relevant references, and occasional insights into art theory that align with your practice and style. I'll encourage you to experiment, be inventive, and gain confidence in making creative decisions, trusting your unique artistic voice.

Do you want to learn about illustration or how to draw? This course of mine is mainly aimed at beginners who want to learn painting and understand illustration design, and some young painters who have basic knowledge but want to improve. I will teach the basic principles of painting, color, composition, visual effects, the human body, and other interesting and important topics.

I am an RCA MA Painting graduate, and I have a BA(Hons) degree in Fine Art from Westminster University, and a Foundation diploma in Art & Design from the University for the Creative Arts. I am a practicing artist based in London, specializing in painting, and I have been showing my work nationally and internationally. My recent solo show was at Class Reiss London, and I also had a solo presentation at Art Athina. My fascination with tutoring derives from my sensitivity around learning disabilities, something which is a recurring theme in my practice as I grew up as a dyslexic learner, as well as my educational experience of being part of leading academic UK institutions.

Through my work as an art tutor I strive to inspire and support my students, offering insight to my experience as a RCA alumnus and to the professional life of an artist. I teach students of all ages, as I strongly believe that involvement with the arts is always eye opening and revealing, especially when this leads to a career in the arts through higher education.

I can offer art lessons for younger children, involving introduction to creative techniques and idea development, mentoring and support with portfolio preparation to apply for art schools internationally as well as tutoring on contextualizing your work through constructive and generative feedback.

Welcome to "A Realistic Sketching Course You Can Start with Just One Pencil"! This course is designed for artists of all levels who are eager to develop their realistic drawing skills using minimal supplies. With just a single pencil, you'll learn essential techniques to create detailed and lifelike sketches. Our lessons cover fundamental principles such as shading, perspective, and texture, enabling you to transform simple lines into stunning, realistic artwork. Join us and discover the incredible potential of your creativity, starting with the basics and building towards mastery.

The class would be based on creativity to learn. With enthusiasm through my knowledge of art and different techniques to obtain a strong feeling of achievement and ownership of the work in the class. To become confident in taking risks and learning from experience when exploring and experimenting with ideas, processes, media, techniques and skills. To learn about historical and contemporary figures in art.

There is not always enough time during a single or double period of art weekly, in the school setting to create and complete work or achieve a desired result.
It could be that you want to get better at a desired skill or further your techniques.
Maybe you are struggling a little to understand something about the GCSE process, or do not have enough one to one support from the classroom teacher due to classroom sizes and length of the lesson.
Even if it's for Homework support or constructive feedback, I am happy to provide my service.

Observational drawing from life - architectural and townscape, natural and landscape subjects.

I'm Also happy to work from the comfort of a space identified by yourself - a home or studio - anywhere you would like to work (including my own home, if you prefer)

Painting - also able to offer 'from life' lessons, but it is probably more appropriate to work inside, for this.

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.

Learn rigorous technique first, and THEN break the rules.

As a classically trained artist in drawing and painting, I offer private tutoring that emphasizes mastering the fundamentals to develop accomplished, technically skilled artists who can confidently express their creativity. My approach is structured, rigorous, and designed to push students to achieve their best. While some may find my method strict, I believe in teaching the rules thoroughly so that you can confidently break them later.

What I Offer:
Foundational Skills: Strengthen your abilities in line work, value, proportion, perspective, and texture to build a robust technical base.
Composition & Framing: Understand how to structure engaging artwork through thoughtful layout, balance, and spatial design.
Rigorous Critique: Receive honest, constructive feedback to identify areas for growth and refine your individual hand.
Unique Assignments with Clear Goals: Each project is tailored to address specific skills or concepts: contrast, scale, accuracy, perspective, and still life vs narrative-driven styles are just a few examples.

Diverse Areas of Focus: Explore various disciplines, including:
2D design
Still-life
Architectural drawing
Human anatomy and figure drawing
Portrait drawing
Illustration
Media and Techniques:
I guide students in mastering traditional drawing media, including graphite, charcoal, conte, pen and ink, and technical pens. Additionally, if the student progresses, I will offer opportunities to explore printmaking techniques such as silverpoint, etching, and linocut to expand their artistic repertoire.

My Approach and Expectations:
I teach with the belief that discipline and dedication are essential for artistic growth. My sessions combine hands-on demonstrations, guided practice, and critical discussions to ensure students gain a comprehensive understanding of both technical and conceptual aspects of drawing. While I set high expectations, I also offer the support and tools needed for students to rise to the challenge.
After most sessions, I assign homework to be completed by the next class. I certainly expect my younger students especially to complete these assignments. While my lessons are technical and follow strict parameters, there is plenty of opportunity for students to choose their own subjects and designs.
I also highly recommend my student take excellent notes during my demonstrations and instruction time. I will always share my own notes and sketch journals so the student has a goal in mind. After a section of tuition has been completed (equal to a half term) I examine the notes and give feedback.

Who Can Benefit:
Beginners aiming to establish strong technical foundations
Intermediate students refining their composition and conceptual skills
Advanced artists seeking rigorous critique and structured challenges
Portfolio builders preparing for art schools or professional opportunities
With a focus on both mastery and creativity, I help students develop the skills and confidence to create meaningful, rule-breaking artwork.

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