About the Course
What Kids Will Learn
In this creative and reflective course, students will explore identity, emotions, memories and self expression through art.
Kids will develop skills in:
Self expression through visual art
Creative thinking & imagination
Portrait drawing fundamentals
Collage and mixed-media techniques
Basic sculpting and 3D creation
Emotional storytelling through colors, symbols and textures
Observation and interpretation
Confidence and individuality
Communication through visual language
Students will learn that a portrait is more than “what someone looks like”, it can also express feelings, memories, dreams and personality.
Materials We Use
Mixed Media Paper
Watercolor paper
Pencils & colored pencils
Fine Liners & Markers
Watercolor & gouache paints
Pastels
Colored and textured papers
Collage materials
Clay and sculpting materials
Brushes in different sizes
Mirrors
Kids are also welcome to draw in their own sketchbooks.
All materials are provided in class and included in the course fee.
About the Course
Who are you, and how can art help express it? In Self Portrait Exploration, students will create unique self portraits using drawing, collage and sculpting while exploring identity, emotions, memories and imagination. Throughout the course, children will experiment with different artistic approaches to represent themselves: Realistic and expressive portraits.
Students will reflect on questions like:
What makes me unique?
What colors represent my personality?
What do I love?
What emotions or memories would I like to express?
How can shapes, textures and materials tell a story about me?
The course encourages curiosity, confidence and freedom of expression while helping kids see art as a tool for self discovery and communication. By the end of the course, each student will create a deeply personal collection of artworks and a final mixed media self portrait that celebrates their individuality, creativity and voice.
Your Instructor
Josh Tuil
Josh is a multidisciplinary artist and passionate educator with a background in animation, filmmaking, graphic design and illustration. He has worked on a wide range of creative projects including music videos, storyboards, character design, caricatures, and large-scale murals. Known for his warm and inspiring teaching approach, Josh naturally sparks children’s curiosity, creativity and love for learning. His classes go far beyond drawing, helping students build confidence, self-expression, problem-solving skills and a strong creative mindset that supports them throughout life.