Experienced Art and Design teacher offering specialist tutoring for all ages

I run an art school in Cornwall offering residential and non residential courses for students and adults wishing to improve skills and learn new ones. I also teach GCSE Art and Design and AL Art with an emphasis on Art History and Colour Theory. On line tutoring also available. I specialise in drawing, painting in watercolours, acrylics and oils as well as printmaking, specialising in photographic silk screen printing as well as stencil silk screen printing. I also teach mono printing, mono types and intaglio printing as well as methods using Mixed Media. My lessons are based around individual needs but also include exercises to stretch and challenge. Learning how to use a sketchbook is essential in gathering inspiration, writing notes and practising ideas. Emphasis is based around understanding how artists work and think, with specific links to a wide variety of artists. Looking at different styles of work helps in creating your own style. Confidence is gained through practice and experimenting. Learning how to play with materials is key to developing skills whether it be trying to loosen up mark making and brush work or combining different materials together. In my own work I layer different colours and tones together then adjust them until I know I’ve got it right. Making mistakes is part of the process and helps you achieve a better result. Creating art works takes practice but having a helping hand along the way when things don’t always work out can make all the difference!