Information About Robert - Thornton-cleveleys teacher -

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Personal Description:

I work as a practicing artist combining two of my passions; art & nature.

My award winning work has sold widely across the UK and in the USA. Careful study, thoughtful composition, and atmosphere are the key elements that go into my personal work.

I have been an external examiner for several programmes and I am currently a certified moderator for Access to HE Art, Design & Media Diplomas with 2 validating agencies.

Teaching Experience:

I have over 25 years experience teaching degree level, HND and ND levels of illustration, drawing and industrial placement. More recently I have collaborated to design workshops and short courses in art and illustration, working with organisations and individuals. My private 1:1 tutoring often involves preparing students for 'A' Level, college and university or building portfolios for further education.

Many of my students have gone on to be leading professionals in the creative industries, but you may wish to have lessons to improve your technique of a media or drawing application, as a leisure painter.

Teaching Approach:

My background is in natural history illustration and wildlife art, working in a variety of wet media including; watercolour, acrylics, and oils. I plan engaging lessons that help learners develop an understanding of and ability to apply tone, form colour and light to whatever subject you are interested in.

Through patience, understanding, and working together I will help you achieve your artistic goals. I create wildlife art in a variety of media but teach across a wide range of subject areas in art & design from landscapes to still life.

I have a special interest in teaching the principles of observational drawing.