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Book design for passionate designers, conception flow

During our structured lessons and engaging exercises, pupils/students will gain comprehensive knowledge about paper sizes and formats, designing with proper proportions, text placement, integrating illustration and photography, and selecting suitable typography.

Our lessons also cover strategies for standing out among other designers, the creation and significance of mood-boards, best practices in design, and techniques to make designs captivating and appealing to a wide audience.

We foster a positive and enthusiastic environment because while designing is undeniably hard work, it’s also incredibly rewarding.

Extra information

Bring your own laptop (not obligatory)

Location

At student's location: Around Geneva, Switzerland

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General info

Age:
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration:
45 minutes
60 minutes
The class is taught in:English, French

About Me

The field of art and design knows no bounds. My teaching methods are not confined by rigid techniques and rules. I believe that every individual possesses artistic talent. My aim is to guide apprentices in honing their skills and unlocking their full potential. The creative process should be a source of joy and happiness, and my lessons are designed with that spirit in mind.

Education

2002, HEAA & HEAD School of Applied Arts and design in Geneva
(Graphics / book design)
1997-1999 School of Visual Arts in Geneva (ESAV)
(Graphic & Bibliophile edition)

Experience / Qualifications

Since 2007 specialized in prototyping luxury products and furniture for home and office. Equally working as a consultant for interior design and furnishing.
Started career in 1999, training as a commercial graphic designer at Atelier Roger Pfund Visual Communication SA in Geneva. Reference clients in the development of numerous projects for various clients in Geneva and abroad, such as: Aga Khan Trust for Culture (AKTC GE), Providenzia Capital Group (GE), Atlantis SA (GE), Studio Habitat d.o.o. (SI) Chateau de Nyon (VD), HUG (GE), Edition Humus (Lausanne), etc...

Since 1999 till present worked as a freelance art teacher and consultant for interior design.

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Very communicative and educational…
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Very good contact with the student. Very professional approach in a warm atmosphere.
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Friendly, correct and seems she knows how to work with teenagers. Our son likes working with her.
Delighted with the course for my 8 year old daughter.
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Art and interior design go hand in hand. Artwork should seamlessly blend with the space while showcasing the client’s personality. However, incorrect placement within the interior can result in an unbalanced space and diminish the artwork’s aesthetic appeal. Let’s explore ways to enhance interior aesthetics.
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