{"product_id":"zimesanas-un-gleznosanas-kursi-ar-annu-afanasjevu-halloween-2026","title":"Drawing and painting courses with Anna Afanasyeva","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePainting and Academic Drawing - Inspiring, Accessible and Easy to Understand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDoes painting or academic drawing seem complicated or intimidating? In our art classes, everything becomes clear, engaging and accessible - step by step, without unnecessary stress, and with an individual approach to every participant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the guidance of an experienced art instructor, you will learn the fundamentals of painting and drawing while developing your creative vision and creating your own original artwork. Individual guidance will help you improve composition, proportions, color selection, perspective and painting techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe focus not only on the learning process, but also on the results. Our goal is to help you develop your skills, confidence and individual artistic style while creating artwork you can truly be proud of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYour creative journey does not have to end at the studio. Our students also have opportunities to participate in exhibitions, present their work to a wider audience, gain valuable experience and find inspiration for their continued artistic development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach instructor has their own unique teaching style and program, allowing everyone to find the creative path that suits them best. During the classes, you can explore a variety of subjects and techniques - from still life and urban landscapes to nature scenes, portraits and expressive oil paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnna Afanasyeva’s Program:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Introduction class - drawing a dog\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStudents learn the basic principles of composition, explore pastel techniques, and learn how to depict an animal’s fur using hatching and expressive strokes. By the end of the class, each participant has created complete, finished artwork that can be displayed in any interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e1 class\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Still-life painting in oil or acrylic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnalysis of a still life inspired by Cézanne’s apples or Van Gogh’s sunflowers. Students explore painting techniques, different types of brushstrokes, color mixing, and the principles of color harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e2 classes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Constructive drawing of a cube -30 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA pastel drawing on toned paper depicting a street in perspective, inspired by an Italian town.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e2 classes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Landscape painting with perspective\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA study based on the work of American artist Edward Hopper, focusing on perspective and the construction of a landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e3 classes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Self-portrait in three-quarter view\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA pencil drawing on toned paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e1 class\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6. Portrait painting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e3 classes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7. Figure painting in a landscape or interior\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e4 classes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuring the program, you will learn:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•The fundamental principles of drawing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•Perspective\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•The construction and structure of objects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•Hatching and shading techniques\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•Light and shadow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•The fundamentals of color theory\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnna is a professional artist whose works are held in several private collections in Latvia and across Europe. Thanks to her artistic education in Latvia and Italy, Anna can explain the principles and techniques of drawing and painting in a simple and accessible way and teach students of all skill levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew Groups Start Every Week\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eFridays: \u003c\/strong\u003e10:00–12:00  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eWednesdays: \u003c\/strong\u003e14:30–16:30 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•\u003cstrong\u003e Wednesdays: \u003c\/strong\u003e17:00–19:00 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe course is taught by Latvian artist Anna Afanasyeva, a graduate of the Art Academy of Latvia. Classes are conducted in Latvian and Russian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Bring to the Classes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePaints:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•\tZinc white \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•\tYellow (warm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•\tYellow ochre\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•\tUltramarine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•\tSky blue \/ Blu Rex\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•\tEmerald green\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•\tGrass green (ЗК brand)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•\tWarm red \/ vermilion red\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•\tKreplach\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•\tBurnt umber\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•\tMars black\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrushes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•\tLarge brush, approximately size 20 (optional)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•\tMedium brush, approximately size 10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•\tSmall brush, size 4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•\tVery small brush, size 1–2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOther materials:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•\tApron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•\tOdorless turpentine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•\tContainer for turpentine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•\tPalette\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•\tCloth or paper towels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e•\tCanvas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubscription prices:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" border=\"1\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align: left; 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