Visual Storytelling: Utilizing Color & Light for 2D Art

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Color and light lead to key information about what is going on within the world of the work you're making. In my course, we will be doing a personalized breakdown of what teaching style works best for each student, what you are currently creating with your art, and what your goal is. This will be kept in mind throughout the course!

In each lesson, we will:
Do a consultation on what your needs are
Create Film Value/Color Studies
Critique of past work (on request)

Zusätzliche Informationen

Have your art materials of choice ready: Traditional(pen and ink, graphite, markers, watercolor, etc) or Digital(Ipad or Tablet with Adobe Phoroshop, Fresco, Krita, CSP etc)

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Über mich

Hi, I go by Creepie artistically, and I am a recent graduate of Arcadia University and a former student of The University of the Arts, until its sudden closure. During my schooling, I fell in love with how lighting can transform work, and when color is involved, the opportunities are endless. With a major in illustration, I learned about what and how to create good illustrations, but I have compiled my lessons to provide a breakdown on how to make the art YOU want to make!

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The University of The Arts in Illustration 2021 - 2024
GPA: 3.49
Courses Taken: Children's Book Illustration, Character Design, Object & Worldbuilding, Concept & Narrative, Costume Rendering for Theater, Concept Development for Ads,
Arcadia University, BFA in Illustration 2024 - 2025
Thesis: Mother of Pearl Video Game Promotional Art
GPA: 3.76
2x AP Art Studio

Erfahrung / Qualifikationen

Game For Love Internship as an Intern Video Game Artist
Background Painter/Colorist on Hot Singles (animated film)
Children's Book Illustrator at Dow Creative Enterprises
Freelance and Commission Artist

Alter

Kinder (7-12 Jahre alt)

Jugendliche (13-17 Jahre alt)

Erwachsene (18-64 Jahre alt)

Seniorinnen und Senioren (65+ Jahre alt)

Unterrichtsniveau

Anfänger

Mittel

Dauer

30 Minuten

45 Minuten

60 Minuten

Unterrichtet in

Englisch

Fachkenntnisse

Darstellung

Kunst

Storytelling

Verfügbarkeit einer typischen Woche

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Online via Webcam

Mon

Tue

Wed

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Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

Christian

5.0

(10)

Adults and kids ( from 6 yo)
Graduated from Fine Arts school in France (Master II ) i'm here to share my passion with you and help to reach your goals !

*You like to draw/paint/sketch and would love to improve your skills in a private class?

*You never drew before but would like to start?

*You need to create your portfolio for entrance exams of Arts school ? Or you are already I. Art school and would like to have some support ?

Book a first session and let's give it a try !

Let's have great creative moment together !

Maksims

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Stories are as old as we are, but if you want to put a story on paper or portray a story, it turns out to be more difficult than talking to your friends. How about now?
Not what you tell, but HOW you tell it is the most important.
The basics and how to use psychology to write a story, this is what you will learn anyway. Those who want to continue afterwards will learn how to write a script. Fiction or facts, you decide what you want to learn.

Lisa

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- Kunsthistorikerin mit Masterabschluss an der LMU München bietet Nachhilfe-Unterricht im Bereich Kunstgeschichte und Kulturgeschichte an

- thematische Schwerpunkte sind Malerei und Architektur des Mittelalters, der Renaissance und im Barock (auf Anfrage gerne auch andere Themen)

- Hilfe bei der Vorbereitung auf Prüfungen, der Abgabe von Arbeiten und dem sinnvollen Aufbereiten von Unterrichtsinhalten

Tamara

5.0

(10)

Singing is your passion and you wanna build up your skill? You feel at home with genres within pop and/or rock music? Then I'm your teacher!

My classes will be designed to fit in with your current level, your preferences in terms of style and/or skill as well as your goals. Each class starts with a short warm up consisting of breathing exercises, a check of your body posture and singing exercises. Then we'll work on the songs you wanna sing. The technique I'm gonna teach you is based on speech level singing.

About me: I'm about to finish my music studies with a bachelor diploma in singing at Jam Music Lab Privat University for Jazz and Popular Music Vienna and I've been singing for over 10 years now. Last time I was live on stage was with the 80's tribute "Shake Me" at Simm City Wien and local Wien in 2020. Right now I'm arranging my own songs from my dark wave and dark rock influenced band project "Vampy Pop" to make them ready for recording in the studio.

Tiziano

5.0

(10)

Are you willing to learn drawing or painting? Do you wish to improve what you already know?

I graduated from an art school where I learned all the important classical techniques of drawing, painting and sculpture. I would like to pass on the knowledge I have acquired through my studies and practice and give those who so wish the opportunity to go on a journey into the world of art and improve their language and technique.
The lessons are open to all levels.

The techniques covered range from drawing with pencil, charcoal and pastel chalk to all painting styles (watercolor, oil, acrylic, tempera). You have the opportunity to experiment on different types of paper (with different weights and colors) and canvases.

The topics change from lesson to lesson and can range from the human body to the landscape to the wildlife, depending on your preferences and desires.

Particular attention is paid to the method so that the finished work is clean, pleasant and as expressive as possible.

Nikita

5.0

(10)

Whether you are a beginner or experienced, and whatever your motivations (personal, professional or school ...), I offer you a tailor-made education. We will start by establishing a program together during your 1st lesson, according to your needs and interests.

My offer :

- Face-to-face AND/OR virtual classes at a fixed time and in real time, according to your needs. Virtual classroom sessions are recorded and available for review only by students.
- A qualified and experienced illustrator artist teacher at the service and listening to the student.
- A frequently updated shared space (google drive) containing all the necessary documentation and tools available to students who wish to continue their practice outside of class hours.

• Special > For students interested in art and design schools:
I offer accelerated training, as well as assistance in building the portfolio and preparation for interviews (On request).
• Special > For professionals and future professionals in fine crafts & Designer:
I offer training in drawing and color techniques as well as tailor-made courses applied to your professional field (On request).

Thematic courses of 5 half-days during school holidays.

Timetable:

I am available on weekdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. to give you private lessons, but also on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. for lessons in small numbers (maximum 3 students per slot), for those who appreciate sharing and stimulation of the group while maintaining the rapid progress dynamic of a small class.
My schedule remains quite flexible, however, so do not hesitate to tell me your preferences to reserve the right slots for you.

My methodology is simple:

Thanks to a first preliminary telephone or video meeting with the student (and a parent if the student is a minor) I begin to identify the questions, needs and objectives of the student in order to establish a program.
This program will be refined as the course progresses according to the centers of interest and qualities revealed by the student.
My teaching is progressive. I take the student where he is in his practice and pull him up, to the maximum of his abilities, whatever the medium chosen: pencil, brush, graphics tablet...
To maintain his motivation, I punctuate the student's program with inspiring and stimulating subjects related to his interests, such as the drawing of his own comic strip / manga, OR, the printing of his 3D figurine.

Course operation:

Because we do not all progress in the same way, I propose 2 different modes of operation.
During a lesson:
- The student works on original subjects and application exercises, edited by myself and adapted to the student and his program.
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- The student expresses the need to be helped/guided on a specific creative project of his initiative, or a subject of his school's visual arts lesson, at the start of the lesson. In which case, I bring him as many keys as possible (methodology, references, documentation and techniques) until the end of his project.
Of course, the mode of the course can change from one course to another in order to alternate rigor and freedom of experimentation.
At the end of the session, I take stock with the student of what has been done, must be continued and addressed soon. He/She can contact me between 2 sessions if necessary.
For parents / guardians of minor students, I offer a quarterly report on the progress of their child / tutee. It is also possible for them to come and talk to me at the end of the course or to contact me during the week by email or telephone.
Minimum age: 11 years old - No maximum age.

Feedback:

Minor students and parents
Many families with children requiring a different pace from that offered by their schools say that my classes have greatly helped them, first of all to quickly feel more confident. Similarly, precocious children find here the intellectual nourishment that they sometimes lack in the teaching received in class.
What I have observed that is obvious about my private lessons and in small groups is that the student develops:
- his autonomy, because he takes the time for self-correction.
- his commitment, because by advancing at his own pace he really becomes an actor in his learning.
- his disinhibition (vis-à-vis the teacher, parents, and classmates for students in small classes), by granting him a neutral space/time for experimentation without competition or judgment.

Amateur Adults
What has struck me the most over the last few years while following active adults working in sectors not directly linked to creative activities, is the need to discover or accomplish something new and the desire to share. This is why each year is a new adventure full of projects of all kinds, but sometimes also hard work!... depending on your characters and objectives...

Professionals and future professionals Crafts & Designer
In artistic professions, crafts, or any other design activity, the ability to express and represent quickly and effectively all or part of a 2-dimensional concept is very useful, even essential.
The greater the professional designer's mastery of these arts and techniques, the more eloquent his future representations, sketches, scenarios, projections, will be, whether presenting a project to a client, a colleague or set a stage, a model. This is why I adapt my teaching of drawing and color (perspective, representation of plans, volumes, textures, colored harmonies, ...) to the specific needs of the professionals who approach my course, whether they are designers of interior designers, graphic designers, fashion designers, landscape designers, architects, or decorative painters. And so far, everyone has been satisfied!

Elisabeth

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(10)

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- Portrait drawing and sketching by hand. Introducing the pencil, a simple but powerful tool.
- Learning/studying/observing human face proportions, light and shadow
- Drawing a face from a template/photograph or real life (according to class arrangements)
Alternative methods, tracing portrait styles (recommenced for beginners)

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- Modification, abstraction, colourising of drawn portraits by hand and via Photoshop
- Understanding the importance of contrasts and layouts to achieve eye-catching effects
- Experimentation with different materials such as acrylics, textiles, lace and photography
- Creating of digital portraits using collage techniques via Photoshop/Illustrator
- Methods of colourising, creation and usage of pattern designs
- Exploring numerous ways of modification, stepping outside borders, creating innovative designs through unconventional ways, using materials out of their context, creating multiple designs out of 1 sketch
- Principles of fashion drawing, illustration

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- Inspiration sources, idea generation and research processes, expand your creativity and imagination
- Developing and training your art awareness in daily life, grow your artistic eye

All classes will be tailored to your needs and interests

Thora

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(10)

Studying for an audition and want some help working on monologues or duologues?
Wanting to induce a more dramatic performance in to your song?
Interested in how drama skills can help your public speaking/presentation and communication skills?

Or just generally curious about anything drama or acting related - whether it's about analysing a text, writing your own script or delving more into any of the many methods you can use to develop your skills as an actor an performer?

Then I might be able to help you!

I'm a professional actor, trained at Cygnet Theatre in Exeter, now living in London. I have extensive experience performing in immersive theatre - communicating, catching and holding the attention of a wide variety of people.

I also have experience in storytelling, working with and teaching children of all ages, as well as writing and producing theatre.

Starting drama classes as a teenager was one of the most important things I ever did. It help me build confidence, develop empathy and ground me as the person I am today.

I love performing and creating experiences for my audience - watching their faces as they're surprised, entertained or disgusted by the stories I tell.

But just as important as that is the opportunity to share some of the tools I learned from drama school with other people - tools that can be used every day in communication, emotional regulation and play.

I am more than happy to tailor classes to your specific needs, so if you think I can help you out, get in touch and we will talk!

Xingying

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(10)

I offer personalized consulting to help you build a compelling art portfolio and support you in developing your art projects. Through one-on-one mentoring, we’ll work on refining your concepts, strengthening your technical skills, and creating a cohesive body of work that reflects your unique artistic vision. My approach emphasizes constructing a sustainable working method, empowering you to continue developing projects independently.

In addition to practical guidance, I provide theory and art history input to broaden your perspective and deepen your understanding of the field. Whether you're preparing for art school applications, exhibitions, or personal growth in your practice, I offer professional feedback and support tailored to help you achieve your creative goals. Project mediums can include painting, drawing, video, installation, and more.

Ilya

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1. Beginners and Advanced contemporary Painting and Drawing course for all ages: Oil, Water Colors, Graphite and Pastel. Portrait painting/drawing, nude painting/drawing, still life and landscape. Old Masters painting technics, photorealism technics, expressionism, glazing and under-painting.
2. Byzantine Iconography Painting course for all the ages: Cretan and Macedonian Schools. Watercolors, egg tempera, 24 carat gold leaf and encaustic (warm wax) techniques.
3. Vision development Painting course for Medical Surgeons and people that working with small details: Realism and Hyperrealism.
4. Drawing course for Beginners and Advanced Tattoo Artists: Realism and Hyperrealism.

Isabella

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Hi, I’m Isabella. I'm an actress trained internationally, with work experience across film, theatre, and TV. I’ve studied at places like IDSA in London, Stella Adler in LA, and Mulholland Academy in Amsterdam, and my training includes techniques like Chubbuck, Meisner, and more.

In our sessions, we’ll always start with where you’re at, whether you’re at the beginning of your acting journey or already stepping into auditions. I tailor everything to your needs, from scene work and character prep to building emotional range, sharpening your audition skills, or simply feeling more grounded and present in front of the camera or on stage.

Parna

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In this fun and thoughtful workshop, children explore design and creativity through architectural methods. Based on my PhD research and teaching experience, the course encourages imagination and hands-on learning. Each session introduces a fresh theme and activity — whether building, sketching, or storytelling.
Let’s nurture your child's creativity in a supportive, playful way!

Zuzanna

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(10)

My name is Zuzanna, an interdisciplinary visual artist and art therapist originally from Poland.
Passionate about the links between creation, education and inner transformation, I use art as a tool for self-knowledge and healing.

My work combines artistic expression (drawing, painting, collage, sculpture, video, performance) and therapeutic support, to help each person reconnect with themselves, release their emotions and explore their creative potential.

🎨 Art Therapy Classes – A creative journey to self-discovery

Immerse yourself in a space of relaxation and inner discovery through art therapy.
No experience in drawing or painting is necessary — simply let your emotions guide your creations.

Over the course of the sessions, you will explore:
🧘‍♀️ Moments of guided meditation
🌈 The psychology of colors
✏️ Intuitive drawing
🖼️ Creative collage
🪨 Expressive sculpture
...and other art therapy techniques.

These practices will help you reduce stress, regain concentration and release emotional blockages, while developing mindfulness and self-knowledge.
Each workshop is tailored to the age and needs of the participants, and complements traditional approaches to art therapy.

Ramona

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(10)

In my art lessons, we discover the world of drawing and painting in a creative and individual way.

For children: Playful painting and drawing, experiments with materials, promotion of imagination and creativity.

For teenagers and adults: Technical basics, various painting and drawing techniques, support in developing one's own artistic expression.

The lessons are suitable for beginners and advanced students.
Lessons are possible in Berlin, Brandenburg (e.g. Wustermark) or online.

Anita

5.0

(10)

The program is designed for students interested in concept art, illustration, visual storytelling, and portfolio preparation for art schools, animation/game-related programs, or independent artistic development. It follows a mentorship-based approach, combining artistic foundations, conceptual thinking, and portfolio strategy, adapted to everyone's style, vision and long-term goals.

What's in it?

PART I

1. Artistic & visual language

• Traditional drawing & illustration techniques
• Shape & form study
• Light, color & values
• Composition & visual storytelling

2. World-building & visual thinking

• Environment design (natural & built spaces)
• Props, objects, and visual detail
• Character concepts (anatomy basics, silhouettes, expression)
• Style exploration (realistic, stylized, symbolic, experimental)
• References vs originality: how to build from research without imitation

3. Cognitive & creative process

• Artistic thinking & workflow
• From idea to image
• Documentation & reference gathering
• Moodboards & visual research
• Iteration, selection, refinement
• Knowing when a piece is finished

4. Digital foundations (optional / hybrid)

• Transition from traditional to digital
• 2D digital tools & workflows
• Layer logic, brushes, textures
• Digital painting fundamentals
• Presentation-ready images
• Case studies from professional concept artists & illustrators

This section is optional and may be skipped for students with prior digital experience. In such cases, the focus will be on refining and strengthening what has already been acquired.

IMPORTANT!

All sections in Part I (artistic practice, visual language, world-building, technical and digital foundations) are approached according to the student’s existing level, from beginner to advanced. If foundational skills are already present, these areas will not be repeated mechanically; instead, the focus will shift toward portfolio development, conceptual depth, and refinement of existing work.

PART II

Portfolio development & mentorship

1. Portfolio building

• Defining the student’s artistic direction
• Selecting and developing strong themes
• Creating cohesive series, not isolated images
• Aligning personal style with academic or professional expectations
• Consistent review, feedback, and refinement

2. Application-specific support (where applicable)

• Portfolio selection & sequencing
• Artist statements or motivation letters (with visuals)
• Adapting work to specific institutions or programs
• Understanding evaluation criteria