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Painting Tutor: Discover and develop your artistic language
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I am an artist and philosopher from Amsterdam currently living in Antwerp. I studied in London where I acquired a BA from Art Academy London and a BA in philosophy from St Mary's University London.

Artistic development starts by identifying your artistic interest. As artists, we don’t always know why we draw and paint the things that we do. Yet they are not random. What captivates us or draws us towards certain artworks? This might be the tonal way in which light reflects, structural forms or mathematical division. The point being, is that we all have such aesthetic interests and step 1 is finding out what interests you!

Step 2 is helping you express your interests through painting techniques, styles and materiality. But it all starts with you. What do you want to say? And how? I will help you do this through discussion, looking at your previous work (if you have any), introducing you to a LARGE variety of artists, potentially copying their styles. I adjust my classes according to your needs.

The goal is simple: to come to understand your artistic interest, help you find techniques to express them and develop your artistic language.

(Please note that just because you have found an artistic interest and a way to express it, it does not mean that you must do only one thing for the rest of your life. It is the downfall of creativity to repeat and paint the same way over and over again. Instead, allow your interests to drive your creativity. Let it be the starting point, venture out and discover it from various angles and ways of expressing it. But also be mindful that as we grow our interests can change and as they change, we must remain honest and respond accordingly such that our artistic language can also grow.)

Have questions? Don’t hesitate to message me! I can tailor a class to your needs :)
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  • Bettens / Guido, Sint-Jozefstraat, Antwerpen, België
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About Me
I like to help people find what interests them and encourage them to grow their passion. I
will show you the basics of proper technique while allowing enough space for you to discover your artistic interests. Then I tailor the lessons based on that, and hopefully...that is enough to motivate you to continue exploring on your own ;)
Education
2020 - Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, St Mary's University London.
2019 - Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts, Art Academy London.
2015 - International Baccalaureate, International School of Amsterdam.
Experience / Qualifications
SCHOLAR ARTICLES
2022 - Towards Human-Cognitive AI
2020 - The Perception of Unity
2019 - What is the Role of Pattern in Perception?

AWARDS
2020 - St Mary's Deans Award
2019 - Liberty Art Awards
2019 - Natwest Bank Prize

ART PUBLICATIONS
2019 - RA Magazine, Spring issue, 142nd Edition
2019 - Jackson's Art Blog, June 27th

EXHIBITIONS
2020 - Liberty Art Exhibition, The Walkie Talkie Building, London
2019 - Baptist Church, Haywards Heath
2019 - GradShow 2019, London
2019 - B1A4/Zac Bruneseau, Paris
2018 - Beyond Human Forms Group Exhibition, London
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Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
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Intermediate
Duration
60 minutes
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Dutch
English
French
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Want to learn to play the drums?
Easy as 1,2,3.
With me you will learn the basics, play along with your favorite music and build your own grooves.
Preferably in my studio, but it can also be at yours.

I have been behind the kit for 15 years in different styles (rock, jazz, reggae, afrobeat).

If you have any questions, please feel free to send a message :)
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