Master the Art of Oil Painting: From First Stroke to Final Varnish With 20+ Years of Professional Experience, American gallery artist Danny offers a mentorship that blends technical precision, and contemporary surreal and underground style methods, with the soul of traditional fine art. Whether you are an 8-year-old picking up a brush for the first time or a retiree looking to finally master the "Medium of Masters," I offer a patient, technical, and highly flexible approach to oil painting. Oil painting has a reputation for being "difficult," but it is actually the most forgiving medium once you understand the rules. My goal isn't just to teach you to paint—it's to teach you to see like an artist. Why Study With Me? Tailored Mentorship: I don’t use a "one size fits all" curriculum. We paint what you are passionate about, whether it’s a family pet, a surreal landscape, or a classic portrait. All Ages Welcome: I specialize in guiding teenagers (8–18) through foundational skills, but I find that adults often appreciate the deeper "why" behind color theory and composition. Adaptive Pace: Whether you want a structured technical course or a relaxed, therapeutic creative outlet, I adapt to your comfort level and goals. Lessons will be in English as I am still learning Dutch. "I’m have been an active painter in the Pop-Surrealist and Lowbrow scene and Arts District participant in Las Vegas, NV, USA. My work isn't about stiff portraits or museum stillness—it’s about narrative, urban energy, and technical mastery applied to subjects that actually matter today. I teach the 'old world' techniques of oil painting, but we use them to create 'new world' art. I’m a working artist, not a theorist. For 20 years, I’ve been in the trenches of oil painting and digital design. I don't care about 'high-art' pretension; I care about the physics of paint, the flow of a brush, and helping you find your own visual voice." Ready to start? I am available for lessons at your home in Amsterdam or at a neutral creative space. I can also offer veranda style outdoors space in my home in Weesp, if the weather is being generous!

Want to edit your photos, create original visuals, or make GIFs without paying for expensive software subscriptions? Learn to master GIMP, the free and open-source alternative to Photoshop! Whether you have a specific project or are starting from scratch, I will support you in a progressive and practical way. In the program : The basics of the software: Interface, layer management, selection tools. Photomontage techniques: Clean cutout, element insertion, fades and assembly. Retouching & effects: Light/color correction, filters and finishing. Creation & export: Posters, web visuals, animated GIFs. My method: If you have a project in progress, we'll address your roadblocks directly. Otherwise, we'll follow a step-by-step process based on simple and fun exercises. With GIMP, images become like Lego: your creativity is the only limit!

As a qualified graphic designer and illustrator, I offer private lessons in drawing, design and support for applications to art schools. My background: Bac STD2A → DNMADE Graphic Design, Illustration & Micro-Publishing → Master's in Design from Sorbonne University. I am familiar with the procedures for each stage, the expectations of the juries, and common mistakes in applications. What I propose: ** Portfolio coaching (Parcoursup, art schools, BTS, DNMADE, bachelor's, master's) ** Guidance support in art & design programs ** Traditional and digital drawing courses ** Introduction to techniques: screen printing, engraving, printing How it works: Your first 1-hour session (in person or via video conference) is free to help us understand your profile and goals. Then we'll work together to create a personalized program, whether short-term or long-term, with a price tailored to your needs. Travel possible within Paris and the Paris region. All levels, all ages.

Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to improve your design skills, this class will help you build confidence and create professional-quality designs. You'll learn the principles of graphic design, branding, typography, colour theory, layout, and visual communication while gaining practical experience using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. The lessons are hands-on and tailored to your goals. You'll work on real-world projects such as logos, flyers, social media graphics, posters, business cards, and complete brand identities. I'll also share industry tips, creative workflows, and best practices that I've developed through years of working with businesses, organisations, and personal brands. By the end of the course, you'll have practical skills, a stronger design portfolio, and the confidence to take on freelance projects, build your own brand, or pursue a career in graphic design.

Online University Art and Design Portfolio Preparation. Are you applying to university for a creative subject? I offer personalised one-to-one online portfolio mentoring for students applying to art and design courses in the UK and internationally. I am an experienced art educator, graphic designer and researcher with more than 30 years of teaching experience. Most recently, I taught international students at EF Academy Oxford, supporting learners from a wide range of cultural and educational backgrounds. I am based in Oxford and can support students in university portfolio preparation to study Art, Graphic Design, Graphic Communication Design, Fashion Design, Architecture, Interior Design, Illustration, Photography, Textile Design, Product Design, Animation, Foundation Art and Design, and other creative programmes. My guidance may include: 1- Developing original ideas and personal themes. 2- Strengthening sketchbooks and creative processes. 3- Developing creative ideas and experimenting with materials and techniques. 4- Strengthening drawing, painting, design and visual communication skills. 5- Selecting, refining and presenting work for university portfolios. 6- Personal-statement and interview preparation. 7- Understanding the expectations of UK art and design courses. My approach is supportive, honest and individually tailored. I help students recognise what is already strong in their work and understand how to develop it further. Portfolio preparation requires regular effort, so I work best with motivated students who are prepared to engage seriously with the creative process. Online lessons are available internationally.