Zürich 🎨 Drawing and Painting

Painting "alla prima" means "at first attempt" in Italian. Everything is being painted ‘all at once’ in the same session and is perfect for outdoor artists.

Traditionally oil-based painting requires days or weeks because of the drying process. A new layer of paint is applied only after allowing a previous layer to dry completely.
This oil painting technique was used first by Flemish painters in the 1500s. Since then other artists like Rembrandt, Caravaggio, Hieronymus Bosch or Velázquez.

Later the Impressionist movement in the 1800s made extensive use of this technique with painters like Van Gogh, Monet, Renoir, Degas, Cézanne or Sorolla.

What do we do?
We choose a nice view or flower to paint and I guide you in the process. You will learn about materials, composition, sketching, color mixture and characteristics of oil painting and how to paint "alla prima".

What is included?
Canvas, oil colors, brushes, paper, towel, linseed oil, palette and pencil.

Where do we go? Where do we meet?
We go to Botanical Garden of University of Zürich. There are around 7000 different species!
We meet at the greenhouse entrance.

How do I sign up?
After you click on ´participate‘ I will send you a private message as soon as possible. Please check your meetup inbox. Notice that I need time to get ready for the workshop and that is why you should sign up in advance and receive a confirmation doing the payment.

How much does it cost?
70 Fr. Bringing your own material 60 Fr. Possible by TWINT, Revolut, Paypal or Bank transfer to book your spot. ONLY PAYMENT IN ADVANCE.

Which languages do I speak?
English, Spanish and German (intermediate level).

What do you need to bring?
A towel or a small chair to sit wherever you want.
Please notice that oil colors can mess up your clothes so wear items which are not so valuable for you.
And the most important thing: A smile and desire to learn. Remember that what matters is the learning process. All levels are welcome!

Charcoal is messy but fun. Do you want to try it?

Is it your second time for this charcoal workshop?
I will help you to continue growing personally. You can paint directly, no need to listen the explanations again if you prefer.

What do we do?
Draw with your fingers in this workshop! I teach you the drawing basics, material, technique and how to draw what we find around with pencils and mainly charcoal. You will learn how to measure distances, proportions and shadows.

Do I need to have experience?
All levels are welcome! I offer small groups so I can help everybody according to their level. Are you a beginner? Then you will learn more!

What is included?
Material is included: Charcoal (different kinds), soft and hard pencils, paper (different kinds), paper wipes, brushes, support board and kneadable art eraser.

Where do we go?
The Archeological Museum of Zurich University is an inspiring place with handmade objects such as vases, plates and figures from Egypt, Greek and Roman times which are up to 5000 years old.
Free entrance to the Museum.

How much it costs?
35 Fr. per person. 30 Fr if you came before to any of my workshops. Possible by TWINT, Revolut or Bank transfer to book your spot.
ONLY PAYMENT IN ADVANCE.
As soon as possible after you sign up I will send you a private message, please check your meetup inbox.

Which languages do I speak?
English, Spanish and German (level B).

Artist, letʼs paint and get refreshed!

What do we do?
In this workshop I teach you how I paint with watercolors, basics and material.
You will learn how to measure distances for a basic drawing. This is the first step for giving some color to your painting later.
Bring your towel and jump in the water lake at the end!

Do I need to have experience?
All levels are welcome! I like to help everybody according to their level. Are you a beginner? Then you will learn more!

Where do we go?
We go to the lake of Zurich at Rentenwiese.
The views of the lake, mountains and the sky will inspire you.

What is included?
Watercolors, pencil, paper, eraser and board.

How much does it cost?
49 Fr. per person/39.- if you came before to my workshops or you bring your own material.
Payment Possible by TWINT, Revolut or Bank transfer in advance to book your spot.

How do I sign up?
After you click on ´participate‘ I will send you a private message as soon as possible. Please check your meetup inbox. Notice that I need time to get ready for the workshop and that is why you should sign up in advance and receive a confirmation doing the payment.

Which languages do I speak?
English, Spanish and German (intermediate level).