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Art Tutoring: Drawing, Painting and Sculpture. Practical and/or Conceptual.
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Creativity is one of the most important tools in life. Expression allows us to form a language of communication which is both universal and intimate. This is what I am invested in.
In my classes, I will help you to acquire conceptual and practical skills for the development of your art. I am skilful with art research, drawing, painting, sculpture and mixed medium such as collage and textiles.
With a professional background as an artist, workshop programer / facilitator and as an art teacher, I am an enthusiast of art education.
From beginners to advanced, all are welcome to artistically grow!
Fluent in English and Portuguese. Intermediate in Spanish.
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  • Around Barking, United Kingdom
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About Me
As a multidisciplinary artist, I am invested in the many possibilities of mediums and languages in art. I am skilful working with sculpture (clay, papier mache, wax, etc;), casting, drawing, painting, textiles and others. In parallel, I am a researcher and writer. In addition to practical skills, I am happy to tutor you conceptually, as an enthusiast for consolidating theory into practice.
With experience in teaching and as a workshop programmer and instructor, I find rewarding to share skills and knowledge; and to see my students grow in their individual artistic path. Within an environment of kindness, I personalise my methods and study program in accordance to each student's skills, wills and interests. I am dedicated to guide each one with individual and attentive care, as I support their creative and personal flourishing.
Education
Masters Fine Art, Goldsmiths University of London (2013 - current) BA Honours Fine Art (First) UAL, Wimbledon College of Art, London 2018 to 2021
Foundation Diploma in Art & Design (Merit) UAL, Central Saint Martins, London 2014 to 2015
Diploma in Artistic Production (Level 4), Escola Secundaria Artistica António Arroio, Lisbon 2010 to 2013
Experience / Qualifications
SELECTED WORK EXPERIENCE
Art and Creative Director (management and visual conceptualisation of projects)
for Heavy London London, July 2020 to current
Art Teacher (drawing, painting and sculpture for 6-16 years old)
Art-K London, February 2022 to July 2022
Production Assistant and Exhibition Designer (freelance)
for Heavy London London, Paris, Lisbon and Porto, March 2017 to current
Set Props Fabrication (freelance)
Scenic Sets with Louis Vuitton London, January 2022
Set Painting (freelance)
SetWorks London, October and November 2021; January and February 2022
Sculpture Casting Fabrication (freelance)
Weber Industries London, June and July 2021

AWARDS
First Prize Prunella Clough Award, by UAL, Wimbledon College of Art, London 2019

RESIDENCIES (research and event production: curated shows, workshops and fundraisers)
Duplex Air Anjos, Lisbon Oct-Feb 2020 to 2021
P’la Arte Alvalade, Lisbon Aug-Sep 2020 
Cabaret Insolite King’s Cross, London Mar-Sep 2019
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
English
Portuguese
Availability of a typical week
(GMT -05:00)
New York
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At student's home
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08-12
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20-24
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