Workshops
It must be stated that all classes are delivered with absolute respect to the group dynamic. As we are all individuals, there are differences in dynamics from group to group. All groups are closely observed in the beginning and course work ‘tailor delivered’ considering demographics, ages, existing skill sets and personalities within the group. Sasha has the ability to find the most comfortable and appropriate approach to Workshop Content and development of a ‘unit’ within the small groups. She invites positive criticism and trust within the shared learning experiences. As the creative expressions are deeply personal and vulnerable through exploration of ‘self’, the environment in class is highly motivational. Deep and meaningful relationships are fostered in these groups, creating a formidable entity and escalation of learning curves. Authentic energy is reinforced throughout the courses… a creative collective consciousness becomes a powerful network.
(1X 2,5hour session / week for the month @ Euro 64/ month)
Bringing the learned skill sets in from Foundation Phase 1, students advance their understanding of medium, physiology and analysis of subject matter in a much more focused and intense way. We continue to explore the ‘Magic of Ink’ working with different ways of capturing the essence of our subject matter. There is much more focus on measuring skills and skeletal structures which dictate how the body is ‘bolted together’, how it moves, how bones, muscles, flesh and articulations change the shape and forms we observe. Creating a ‘likeness’ demands a more observant and scientific approach to understanding how shapes and features shift and change under the various gravitational forces, perspectives, articulations, surrounding objects / textures and lighting. In this Course, we cover Figure Study and Portraiture genre’s. The course is intense and fascinating. Many levels of understanding develop here as fundamental criteria for the beginning of a more Discursive application to the conceptualization of more relevant commentary in future Artworks.
Once Foundation Phase 2 is complete, students who have completed the Pen and Ink course work, can start with either ‘BODY MAPPING’ or new Courses in Charcoal, Acrylic paint, Oil paint or mixed media.
Foundation Phase 1 (3x Months)​
(1X 2,5hour session / week for the month @ Euro 64/ month)
Here we cover academic drawing skills. We learn how to develop confidence in the Pen and liquid mediums. Because we cannot ‘rub out’, the medium supports an escalation of skill sets which can and will be applied to all mediums.
​
How to approach all subject matter – OBSERVE*INTERNALISE*DECIDE*RENDER; ‘Expressive mark making’; drawing techniques; measuring skills; active proportions configurations; creating volume and form through tonal value; deciding on focus; critical analysis through the Still life & Landscape genre’s.
Foundation Phase 2 (3x Months)
Body Mapping (3x months)​
(1X 2,5hour session / week for the month @ Euro 64/ month)
Here we bring our learned skills from Foundation 1&2 into a domain of personal expression and content. Deep introspection and application of these dimensions determine the development of personal visual language.
Each student goes on a journey of discovery looking for and finding definition to abstract thought, responses to their worlds and ways to express this in a more relevant way – entry into the discourse of documenting content.
New mediums are introduced to be more conscious and expressive of content. These mediums will be introduced in accordance with how the group has developed.
Casual Sessions (1x month)​
(1X 2,5hour session / week for the month @ Euro 64/ month)
Drop in sessions @ Euro 20/ session
In this month, skills are developed through the exposure to different mediums. The course is more casual and fun – a good way to see whether you have the inclination to take your learning more seriously.
Individual or group tuition classes for Practicing Artists, School or University Art students.​
(1X 2,5hour session / week for the month @ Euro 64/ month for a group)
(1X 3hour session per individual session @ Euro 40/ session)
Here Sasha will work with the Artist’s current work and course curriculum from the relevant Institution to endorse and elevate the understanding and end products for their existing work / courses.
​​
CREATIONS WITH WHISKEY & WINE (Casual 1X group sessions to order)​
(1X 3hour session for a group of minimum 5 @ Euro 30/person)
These groups are either a group of friends looking for an interesting way to use their ‘down time’ or to create an interesting event for a special occasion.
Painting, Inking or drawing with good vibes, music, whiskey and wine! We either do 1X large communal piece or individual pieces. This will be the decision of the organizer.
