Painting Mastery: From Sketch to professional Portfolio - Rotterdam - Private lessons

Painting Mastery: From Sketch to professional Portfolio

From 21.66 C$ /h

I teach digital painting with a focus on clarity, structure, and outcome. You’ll learn how to control digital brushes, build convincing lighting, use color intentionally, and create textures that add depth. We’ll move from the basics of composition to the challenges of designing characters, surreal environments, and expressive scenes.

By the end, 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.

Extra information

Bring your drawing pad or Traditional Materials of your own choice

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About Me

I was born into a long line of artists, architects, painters, and sculptors, so art has surrounded me since childhood. It has always been more than a profession, it is the rhythm of my life and my greatest passion.

I work as both a traditional and digital painter, exploring humans, nature, surreal worlds, and storytelling through expressive scenes. My teaching embraces this same breadth: I guide students in both traditional and digital painting, helping them build strong technical foundations, color theory, composition, lighting, and texture while also encouraging them to explore their own imagination and personal voice.

Through a balance of structured practice and creative freedom, I aim to give students not only mastery of technique but also the confidence to transform their ideas into vivid, meaningful works of art.

Education

Learning at Royal college of art (RCA), Tbilisi State Academy of Arts, Gymnasium Of Arts, Academy Of Digital Industries, National Youth Palace.

Experience / Qualifications

Degree in painting, certificates in Architecture and Graphic Design, and have experience working in galleries as well as selling artwork at the Tbilisi Auction.

Age

Preschool children (4-6 years old)

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

The class is taught in

English

Georgian

German

Skills

Drawing & sketching

Availability of a typical week

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New York

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20-24

Private art lessons for all levels provided by a professional graphic designer, print maker and visual artist!

I provide teaching in traditional sketching, drawing, painting as well as applied arts and graphic arts like printing or illustration.

Through a custom-made program, learn how to draw and paint, create illustrations and artworks or learn how to improve your creative and artistic process!
With me, you or your children will learn how to find your own style and tools. Get to experiment with different styles – be it realistic, figurative or abstract! – and OR choose to focus on subject and method.

Among the techniques and skills you will be able to learn, there is :
painting (acrylic, oil), watercolours, sketching, drawing (pencil, brushes), illustration, colour theory, collage, mixed medias, linocut engraving and printmaking, book making, clay, stencil, lettering...

Traditional drawing and painting include knowledges such as : light, shape, line, colour theory, space, composition. You will get to learn through copy of master works and real life observation (still life, landscape, portrait).

A programme of various activities for children and teens is available, focusing on the development of their curiosity, creativity and interpersonal skills. I will work with them on topics that they are interested in while developing a sympathetic, ethical and open-minded approach. They will learn how to see the world differently by using different techniques, materials, recycling elements or going from 2D to 3D works by using sculpture or installation.

For advanced students, I also provide counseling on creative thinking, artistic process and techniques. You will learn how and where to find inspiration, create better artworks through process, art history, composition, rythm, colour theory or experiment.

All programs will be custom-made, adapting techniques, level and themes to the pupil(s). Children can be taught in small groups.

For anyone interested in developing skills that will enable them to create valuable and useful experiences, products and services.

You will learn the latest methods in the technological, psychological and design world. You'll gain practical knowledge and experience in various small projects that are part of the course, but most of all, you will develop a mindset with which you can solve any service/product problems in an efficient, valuable and professional manner.

This course is intended for people, actively looking to gain knowledge and skills on all levels. All course resources (books, articles, digital resources) are provided for free.

You can start creating everything you can imagine in 3D. I will teach you from scratch to create simple characters, 3D elements for motion graphics, props, scenarios and small animations.
Have a strong base in the management of Autodesk 3dsMax or Maya and learn how to develop generalist production techniques.
Learn from scratch and get ready to be a professional.

This class is an opportunity to begin to build an art portfolio, or to improve your portfolio and/or applications for art schools/universities.

My goal is to help students who are interested in improving artistic skills and/or to mentor students who are looking to get into an art program.

Depending on your needs, you'll learn a variety of techniques and skills from drawing basics, paintings, photography, color theory to portfolio building/strengthening, developing titles, captions and descriptions for your work, reviewing different applications for art universities or other opportunities, and more.

All levels of art experience are welcome!

Whether you have a project in mind or just want to know about the edition of digital images, I can guide you through the process of learning Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. No previous knowledge is required.

My customized classes are planned to adapt to your needs and interests. If you are a beginner, we can review the basics of these programs to start developing your own digital skills. If you have a specific task that you need to do, we can work together to find the best solution and efficient ways to work with Adobe Suite.

One of the many applications these programs have is the design of books, which involve the interaction between Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. I can help materialize any publishing idea you have, getting knowledge in Adobe Suite while starting your own path as a self-publisher.

Contrary to popular belief, realistic drawing will never be outdated, not because of some strange fixation in academic art, but because of its usefulness in a huge variety of tasks that are or are not related to the art field. To me, more than anything, realistic drawing offers an explanation of the world that is somehow shoothing and fulfilling.

Everyone is a Master in Art if you love it, learn to know it, work on it.

A good art teacher helps you to discover which are your strengths in art, to believe in your abilities, to enjoy every moment of learning art and living happily, and you are soon being able to really doing art by yourself your way, independently, without a teacher!

As a professional visual artist, whose whole family members are artists too, I do understand how easy art can be actually, and I would like to share with you that secret. As an art teacher for adults and children, my 28 years experience in teaching would surely meet your expectations for art.

Drawing, sketching, painting, illustrating, collage, sculpturing, carving, crafting, ect., with a bit of the world art history knowledge, what ever you want. For hobby or for exam training, both are possible. Just call my name, I’ll be right there for you.

Art classes provide a different form of knowledge and expression, engaging children’s senses, and challenging their creativity. I believe art should not only be practiced by talented kids, as it can open up new interests, as well as help them develop a set of tools to express themselves better.
The classes are shaped towards discovering the multifaceted aspects of art through experimenting with different crafts, mediums, and techniques beyond painting and drawing, as well as familiarizing the participant with various artists and art currents. The lessons are adapted according to the age, as well as interests and inclinations of the student. Considering my background in art and architecture, if there is interest in that, it is possible to dive into related topics, architectural drawing, and model-making exercises (suitable for almost any age).

My classes are suitable for anyone who has interest in learning drawing or just simply practice it and get better in it.
I obtained my bachelor degree from Royal Academy of Art in The Hague (2023) and before I studied graphic design and printmaking.

First lesson, I ask you about what would you like to achieve with our classes and plan our lessons accordingly. Whether you would like to learn anatomy, figurative drawing, shading, drawing portraits or you would like to develop your personal handwriting or you would just simply like to practice drawing with professional guidance, I always tailor lessons according to your needs and possibilities.
I believe there is nothing like 'having a talent for drawing', in fact - Drawing is 90% only about observation! anybody can draw and has unique view on things! I am looking forward to hear from you :)

Are you looking to improve your drawing skills or you don't even know where to start but you dream of an art career? Or perhaps you have entrance exams coming up for art school or architecture studies and you want to ensure you will pass?
This is an individual course design depending on your request and your starting level. Each course includes lessons filled with instruction information, practice time and homework assignment. You can begin with Level 1 and continue further or choose to start on a specific level.

Level 1 - This course is an absolute beginner level. You can hold a pencil and a brush but the starting is so stressful and confusing. You're scared of making a mistake, you don't know where to begin, you're getting lost when it comes to composition or shading whenever you start to draw. I GOT YOU! Those are very common feelings when you start to draw and it can be discouraging, give you a feeling of being stuck or just very dissatisfied with your art.

In this course I will guide you through basic traditional art techniques such as pencil sketching, pen and ink drawing, watercolor, and acrylic painting. We will be studying composition, forms, shapes, structure and texture of different objects such as fabric, furniture, animal fur, plants etc. I’ll show you how to achieve depth in your shading, how to understand light, and the effect of fragility of plants or hardship and reflection of metal. I’ll teach you observation, things to look for in the drawing, but most of all I'll give you tools for future independent learning that will save you tons of time while figuring on your own!
The key to success is your motivation and time you will dedicate to your homework practice.

Level 2 - This course is directed towards people who have some basic understanding of traditional art media techniques such as pencil sketching, pen and ink drawing, watercolor, and acrylic painting. Your art is currently your hobby, but you would like to change it into a career? Know more about art as a business model, get insights into career tips and opportunities. Or do you want to improve your sketching skills, learn to digitise your work, create digital illustrations in Procreate, or combine it all in your own unique way?

Level 3 - Advanced. It will focus on your specific desire as an artist and adjust to your skills and technique preferences. During the first introduction skills, I’ll provide some exercises to see how you work and together we will find the way we can work and improve.

<<<<Welcome to Inua Art Atelier – A Real Studio Experience>>>>
“A creative learning space rooted in professional atelier training — where you’ll grow your artistic skills, try diverse techniques, and enjoy the freedom to explore like a true artist.”

👋 Who I am?
My name is Shuchen — I’m a trained visual artist from China and France, now based in Delft.
In these workshops, I share the creative learning style I grew up with: each session explores a new material, technique, or concept — just like in a professional art atelier.

🌟 Why to join?
- Grow your skills and explore different styles.
- Learn how a real artist be trained.
- Meet mind-liked people ignite the local art community

Join any week — each session is independent, but connects to a bigger journey.

✨ Workshop Details:
When: Every Wednesday, 19:00–22:00 (2hours guidance +1hour self drawing time )
Small Group: Max 8 people for personalised attention.

🎨 Not just a workshop — a creative journey.
Each week we explore a new topic or technique — from line drawing, sketch to painting. Get to know materials: pencil, charcoal, acrylic, oil painting, Chinese ink. Dive in to various styles: Impressionism, Fauvism and Surrealism — just like in real art school.
Every session is beginner-friendly and independent, so you can join anytime. It’s perfect if you want more than a one-time experience — and want to grow real skills over time.

Most short workshops focus on just one thing — plant, portrait or landscape. But real artists learn to see and understand the principles. So that you can find your own way to create.
In my workshops, we go deeper and learn the grammer of visual art: exploring value, color theory, composition and creativity through many styles.
Think of it like an art school evening — but cozy, flexible, and beginner-friendly.

👩‍🎨My teaching method:
I’m an art teacher with my own atelier, and I also teach at a local art centre. I run creative workshops for both kids and adults from all kinds of backgrounds. I love designing classes that mix hands-on technique with Art history.
I’m really enjoying guiding people discover their own expression in art.
My approach tend to be student-focused which also shaped by my international background. For me, it is important creating a welcoming space where people feel free and inspired to explore. Whether someone’s picking up a brush for the first time or coming back to art after years, I’m there to encourage them.

Let’s spend this summer growing your skills, one brushstroke at a time. See you at the studio!

Private art lessons for all levels provided by a professional graphic designer, print maker and visual artist!

I provide teaching in traditional sketching, drawing, painting as well as applied arts and graphic arts like printing or illustration.

Through a custom-made program, learn how to draw and paint, create illustrations and artworks or learn how to improve your creative and artistic process!
With me, you or your children will learn how to find your own style and tools. Get to experiment with different styles – be it realistic, figurative or abstract! – and OR choose to focus on subject and method.

Among the techniques and skills you will be able to learn, there is :
painting (acrylic, oil), watercolours, sketching, drawing (pencil, brushes), illustration, colour theory, collage, mixed medias, linocut engraving and printmaking, book making, clay, stencil, lettering...

Traditional drawing and painting include knowledges such as : light, shape, line, colour theory, space, composition. You will get to learn through copy of master works and real life observation (still life, landscape, portrait).

A programme of various activities for children and teens is available, focusing on the development of their curiosity, creativity and interpersonal skills. I will work with them on topics that they are interested in while developing a sympathetic, ethical and open-minded approach. They will learn how to see the world differently by using different techniques, materials, recycling elements or going from 2D to 3D works by using sculpture or installation.

For advanced students, I also provide counseling on creative thinking, artistic process and techniques. You will learn how and where to find inspiration, create better artworks through process, art history, composition, rythm, colour theory or experiment.

All programs will be custom-made, adapting techniques, level and themes to the pupil(s). Children can be taught in small groups.

For anyone interested in developing skills that will enable them to create valuable and useful experiences, products and services.

You will learn the latest methods in the technological, psychological and design world. You'll gain practical knowledge and experience in various small projects that are part of the course, but most of all, you will develop a mindset with which you can solve any service/product problems in an efficient, valuable and professional manner.

This course is intended for people, actively looking to gain knowledge and skills on all levels. All course resources (books, articles, digital resources) are provided for free.

You can start creating everything you can imagine in 3D. I will teach you from scratch to create simple characters, 3D elements for motion graphics, props, scenarios and small animations.
Have a strong base in the management of Autodesk 3dsMax or Maya and learn how to develop generalist production techniques.
Learn from scratch and get ready to be a professional.

This class is an opportunity to begin to build an art portfolio, or to improve your portfolio and/or applications for art schools/universities.

My goal is to help students who are interested in improving artistic skills and/or to mentor students who are looking to get into an art program.

Depending on your needs, you'll learn a variety of techniques and skills from drawing basics, paintings, photography, color theory to portfolio building/strengthening, developing titles, captions and descriptions for your work, reviewing different applications for art universities or other opportunities, and more.

All levels of art experience are welcome!

Whether you have a project in mind or just want to know about the edition of digital images, I can guide you through the process of learning Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. No previous knowledge is required.

My customized classes are planned to adapt to your needs and interests. If you are a beginner, we can review the basics of these programs to start developing your own digital skills. If you have a specific task that you need to do, we can work together to find the best solution and efficient ways to work with Adobe Suite.

One of the many applications these programs have is the design of books, which involve the interaction between Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. I can help materialize any publishing idea you have, getting knowledge in Adobe Suite while starting your own path as a self-publisher.

Contrary to popular belief, realistic drawing will never be outdated, not because of some strange fixation in academic art, but because of its usefulness in a huge variety of tasks that are or are not related to the art field. To me, more than anything, realistic drawing offers an explanation of the world that is somehow shoothing and fulfilling.

Everyone is a Master in Art if you love it, learn to know it, work on it.

A good art teacher helps you to discover which are your strengths in art, to believe in your abilities, to enjoy every moment of learning art and living happily, and you are soon being able to really doing art by yourself your way, independently, without a teacher!

As a professional visual artist, whose whole family members are artists too, I do understand how easy art can be actually, and I would like to share with you that secret. As an art teacher for adults and children, my 28 years experience in teaching would surely meet your expectations for art.

Drawing, sketching, painting, illustrating, collage, sculpturing, carving, crafting, ect., with a bit of the world art history knowledge, what ever you want. For hobby or for exam training, both are possible. Just call my name, I’ll be right there for you.

Art classes provide a different form of knowledge and expression, engaging children’s senses, and challenging their creativity. I believe art should not only be practiced by talented kids, as it can open up new interests, as well as help them develop a set of tools to express themselves better.
The classes are shaped towards discovering the multifaceted aspects of art through experimenting with different crafts, mediums, and techniques beyond painting and drawing, as well as familiarizing the participant with various artists and art currents. The lessons are adapted according to the age, as well as interests and inclinations of the student. Considering my background in art and architecture, if there is interest in that, it is possible to dive into related topics, architectural drawing, and model-making exercises (suitable for almost any age).

My classes are suitable for anyone who has interest in learning drawing or just simply practice it and get better in it.
I obtained my bachelor degree from Royal Academy of Art in The Hague (2023) and before I studied graphic design and printmaking.

First lesson, I ask you about what would you like to achieve with our classes and plan our lessons accordingly. Whether you would like to learn anatomy, figurative drawing, shading, drawing portraits or you would like to develop your personal handwriting or you would just simply like to practice drawing with professional guidance, I always tailor lessons according to your needs and possibilities.
I believe there is nothing like 'having a talent for drawing', in fact - Drawing is 90% only about observation! anybody can draw and has unique view on things! I am looking forward to hear from you :)

Are you looking to improve your drawing skills or you don't even know where to start but you dream of an art career? Or perhaps you have entrance exams coming up for art school or architecture studies and you want to ensure you will pass?
This is an individual course design depending on your request and your starting level. Each course includes lessons filled with instruction information, practice time and homework assignment. You can begin with Level 1 and continue further or choose to start on a specific level.

Level 1 - This course is an absolute beginner level. You can hold a pencil and a brush but the starting is so stressful and confusing. You're scared of making a mistake, you don't know where to begin, you're getting lost when it comes to composition or shading whenever you start to draw. I GOT YOU! Those are very common feelings when you start to draw and it can be discouraging, give you a feeling of being stuck or just very dissatisfied with your art.

In this course I will guide you through basic traditional art techniques such as pencil sketching, pen and ink drawing, watercolor, and acrylic painting. We will be studying composition, forms, shapes, structure and texture of different objects such as fabric, furniture, animal fur, plants etc. I’ll show you how to achieve depth in your shading, how to understand light, and the effect of fragility of plants or hardship and reflection of metal. I’ll teach you observation, things to look for in the drawing, but most of all I'll give you tools for future independent learning that will save you tons of time while figuring on your own!
The key to success is your motivation and time you will dedicate to your homework practice.

Level 2 - This course is directed towards people who have some basic understanding of traditional art media techniques such as pencil sketching, pen and ink drawing, watercolor, and acrylic painting. Your art is currently your hobby, but you would like to change it into a career? Know more about art as a business model, get insights into career tips and opportunities. Or do you want to improve your sketching skills, learn to digitise your work, create digital illustrations in Procreate, or combine it all in your own unique way?

Level 3 - Advanced. It will focus on your specific desire as an artist and adjust to your skills and technique preferences. During the first introduction skills, I’ll provide some exercises to see how you work and together we will find the way we can work and improve.

<<<<Welcome to Inua Art Atelier – A Real Studio Experience>>>>
“A creative learning space rooted in professional atelier training — where you’ll grow your artistic skills, try diverse techniques, and enjoy the freedom to explore like a true artist.”

👋 Who I am?
My name is Shuchen — I’m a trained visual artist from China and France, now based in Delft.
In these workshops, I share the creative learning style I grew up with: each session explores a new material, technique, or concept — just like in a professional art atelier.

🌟 Why to join?
- Grow your skills and explore different styles.
- Learn how a real artist be trained.
- Meet mind-liked people ignite the local art community

Join any week — each session is independent, but connects to a bigger journey.

✨ Workshop Details:
When: Every Wednesday, 19:00–22:00 (2hours guidance +1hour self drawing time )
Small Group: Max 8 people for personalised attention.

🎨 Not just a workshop — a creative journey.
Each week we explore a new topic or technique — from line drawing, sketch to painting. Get to know materials: pencil, charcoal, acrylic, oil painting, Chinese ink. Dive in to various styles: Impressionism, Fauvism and Surrealism — just like in real art school.
Every session is beginner-friendly and independent, so you can join anytime. It’s perfect if you want more than a one-time experience — and want to grow real skills over time.

Most short workshops focus on just one thing — plant, portrait or landscape. But real artists learn to see and understand the principles. So that you can find your own way to create.
In my workshops, we go deeper and learn the grammer of visual art: exploring value, color theory, composition and creativity through many styles.
Think of it like an art school evening — but cozy, flexible, and beginner-friendly.

👩‍🎨My teaching method:
I’m an art teacher with my own atelier, and I also teach at a local art centre. I run creative workshops for both kids and adults from all kinds of backgrounds. I love designing classes that mix hands-on technique with Art history.
I’m really enjoying guiding people discover their own expression in art.
My approach tend to be student-focused which also shaped by my international background. For me, it is important creating a welcoming space where people feel free and inspired to explore. Whether someone’s picking up a brush for the first time or coming back to art after years, I’m there to encourage them.

Let’s spend this summer growing your skills, one brushstroke at a time. See you at the studio!

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