🎨 Discover the joy of painting, even if you’ve never held a brush
Who is this course for?
Absolutely everyone. No talent? No problem. Never drawn or painted before? Even better.
This course is designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of freehand drawing and painting techniques. Step by step, you’ll begin to notice whether you have artistic abilities — maybe even hidden talent you didn’t know you had. But even if you don’t, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of classical painting, which will enrich your experience when visiting galleries or exploring art on your own.
Why painting? Why now?
Although the course is open to all adults, it’s especially beneficial for those over 35. For younger participants, it’s a smart investment — learning the basics early can pay off later in life. Painting can become a powerful tool for maintaining memory and spatial awareness. It’s like a creative seismograph, helping you notice subtle changes in how you think and perceive.
🏛️A course with history:
Painting and You – START is an expanded version of the original course I ran in my Kraków studio between 2010 and 2012. Now, it’s available online — accessible, flexible, and ready when you are.
✨What will you learn?
By enrolling, you’ll gain:
- A new way of thinking — a chance to test whether you have artistic potential.
- Foundational exercises in painting and freehand drawing.
- Guidance on how to nurture your creative skills — maybe even a hidden talent.
- Simple strategies to avoid falling into superficial artistic habits.
- Warnings about common traps that beginners often face.
- Encouragement to explore art supply stores and embrace imperfection.
- Insight into how this course can benefit you — even if you never become an artist, but love art.
🚫 What this course doesn’t cover?
- Comic or illustration techniques.
- Drawing purely from imagination.
Instead, you’ll learn how to use your imagination safely and effectively in your creative process.