1. Acrylic Painting for Beginner

Beginners as well as those with some experience are welcome.

You will learn to paint with acrylic medium and learn to use art materials effectively and to mix your colours well. You will be guided for techniques to achieve various visual effects. Besides practical exercises to investigate colours, lines, shapes, form, volume, light, texture and others, you will learn to develop skills to paint and to complete still life paintings.

You will discover the freedom and ease of painting with this modern, non-toxic and versatile fine art acrylic medium and finally enjoy the freedom of expression in creating your original acrylic paintings either from your observation and experiences, feelings and thoughts, ideas, dreams or imagination, or your own photos or visual references.

Painting sessions in June and July, open for booking now.

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2. Painting for Improver 

For those who has some experience in acrylic painting but unable to resolve her artistic problems. Also for those who wish to improve her painting and to develop her skills.

It aims to develop problem solving and decision making skills that are related to visual perception and visual realization and to make further progress in painting, technical and conceptual skills and artistic development.

Suitable for those who wish to further develop capacity to reflect upon her work and to communicate her formal and conceptual intentions.

Painting sessions in June and July, open for booking now.

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3. Painting with the Artist

For those who wish to continue having fine art painting sessions with the artist either for representational or non representational painting (abstract painting) at any level or to further progress to investigate and develop skills in their artistic practice.

Also suitable for those who wish to explore further her artistic journey either for still life painting, landscape painting, floral painting, creative painting or painting for fun.

Painting sessions in June and July, open for booking now.

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4. Basic Sketching / Drawing 

Drawing has been the very foundation of all art. Accurate drawing is the basis of all representational art.

You will learn how to draw by using pencils on paper. You will learn how to "see" and "record" what you see. You will do sketching and drawing on still life, using direct observation method. Practical exercises include drawing shapes, drawing in line and tone, relationships between subjects, perspective and proportion.

These lessons are helpful for those who plan to take up fine art painting lessons in future and for those who wish to improve her painting by first improve her drawing.

It is also useful for those who just simply like to learn the skills of sketching and drawing so to enjoy the benefits of having the skills of sketching and drawing in life.

Drawing sessions in June and July, open for booking now.

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For further drawing practice information, click here.

1. Small Group Session. Personal attention and individual guidance are assured. 3 - 6 people in each session. Each participant progresses at his own level of artistic practice and follows his own time schedule.

You could register and book for your painting or drawing practice and to begin your sessions any time when there is a slot available. Schedule and time:

All booking is subjected to slot availability. You can book your session as many time as you wish. Booking is based on a first comes first served basis. 

June and July sessions, open for booking now.

**Minimum 3 people to start the session.

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2. One-on-one Private Session. You can register and book for your one-on-one private session at artist's studio as many time as you wish. Booking is based on a first comes first served basis.

For other day of the week and time schedule, please check with the artist for availability. Tel: 67823579 or email: pabha@singnet.com.sg 

June to July sessions, open for booking now.

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Participants make satisfactory progress each time according to their levels of artistic practice and development. They are of different ages (from 8 to 66) and from all walks of life and nationalities. From students (of primary school, secondary school, junior college, international school, art school, art college, polytechnic, university), teachers, lectures, accountants, auditors, bankers, engineers, financial analysts, lawyers, corporation executives, stewardess, architects, wife of CEO, artists, businessmen, to housewives, monk and retirees etc.  They are from Singapore, Netherlands, India, China, Taiwan, Myanmar, Vietnam, Indonesia, Costa Rica, Britain, Portugal, Malaysia, Korea, Japan, Serbia, Italy, Philippines, France, Canada, USA, Australia and Kazakhstan so far.

We have documented art works completed by the participants online. You could view them at Featured Artists Gallery or Participants' Work Gallery 1, Gallery 2, Gallery 3, Gallery 4, Gallery 5, Gallery 6 and Gallery 7.

Participants need to bring their own art materials for painting or drawing sessions.

For acrylic painting. Generally you need stretched canvas or canvas panel, pencil or charcoal stick, brushes, a box of acrylic paints (for more information, click here), painting knifes, mediums and portable easel (optional) for your painting lessons.  

For sketching & drawing lessons. You need H, HB, 2B, 4B 6B pencils, kneaded rubber, eraser (though erasing is discouraged in sketching), sharpener, drawing block (A3 size) or sketching book.

You could obtain art materials from art shops in Singapore, like Art Friend (BBC) Pte Ltd at #03-33 Bras Basah Complex or #04-20M at Ngee Ann City, or Straits Art Co Pte Ltd at North Bridge Center #01-27, 420 North Bridge Road, Singapore.

For Improver and Painting with the Artist courses, please bring along your painting for consultation as well as your reference materials, sketches or drawings (if you have) for reference or for discussion when needed.  

Prabhakara Jimmy Quek, born 20 November 1955 in Singapore, is a professional artist. He started learning art since 1971. He has been practicing art full time since 1986.  He signs his painting Prabhakara.

Jimmy had held his first one-man art exhibition in 1987 and since then he had held 11 one-man art exhibition. His works were exhibited in more than 80 group exhibitions in Yokohama, Kobe, Sapporo, Rotterdam, New York, Washington DC, Indianapolis, Dallas, Los Angeles, Honolulu, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Bangladesh, Beijing Quanzhou, Shanghai, korea, Fukuoka, Osaka,Thailand, Vietnam, Brunei Darussalam, Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore.

Jimmy's paintings adorn major areas of corporations, institutions, ministries, convention centre, airline lounges, banks, hospitals, offices and homes of art lovers and art collectors worldwide. His works are in the permanent collection of Singapore Art Museum.

Jimmy was winner of First Prize in IBM Art Award in 1988. He was member of Judging Panel for Della Butcher Award for Excellence in the Art 1994 and Member of of Judging Panel for Philip Morris Group of Companies Singapore Art Awards in 1995. When Jimmy was a student in 1974 he was awarded Third Prize in National Art Competition, Open Section Western Painting.

Jimmy was invited to be External Assessor for Diploma in Visual Arts Assessments for 2-D Studies in the School of Fine Art, Lasalle-SIA College of the Arts in 1999 and Member of the Department of 2D and 3D Studies Course Accreditation Committee, Lasalle-SIA College of the Arts, Singapore in 1999/2000.

Jimmy and his art are documented and featured in many important art books and publication. His art activities and achievements are reported in the News.

Before Jimmy become full time artist, he taught Art at Siglap Community Centre and Mountbatten Community Centre in the 80's. After he  practised art full time, he was requested to conduct Sketching / Drawings (Elementary/ Intermediate/ Advanced levels) and Acrylic Paintings at Federation of Art Societies, Singapore when it was located at Church Street in early 90's. He conducted Painting Workshops for teachers at Metta School in 2003.

Jimmy has agreed to make himself available for those who require artistic assistance in their artistic journey. He share his artistic skills and visual experiences with those who wish to learn painting or basic sketching /drawing from him, either in small group or one-one-one at his home studio at Tampines in Singapore.

Below are some feedback that Jimmy has received:

Grateful for your professional sharing of your knowledge and expertise.

Jimmy Quek is a very experience Artist and Art Teacher. I enjoy and learn a lot from him.

Jimmy Quek is very patient and encouraging!

It was a great session today. I felt comfortable and relax to learn in your studio.

Certainly a metamorphosis from a complete foreigner in painting to an okay-practitioner. Your guidance and pointers, as well as the practical demonstrations were pivotal, appreciate it!

I improved much after I have studied from you.

When I first step into your house and listen to the way you teach, I knew I've met a fantastic artist. Not just a capable art teacher but also a very caring friend who always teach me to learn and behave in good manner. Totally beyond my expectation... Today, I'm able to get into my course and follow my passion is because of your great help. I have improved a lot and I felt very prepared for my studies. Once again, thank you so much!

I enjoyed myself during the first lesson, I do like the atmosphere as well! Thank you for being so patient with me!

I am glad that I had sketching lessons with you.  

I have passed NAFA's exam. Thanks for your drawing lesson.

Thank you very much for the wonderful learning time.

I feel fortunate to have taken this course, and more importantly had you train carefully each step along my drawing journey. I am also glad you shared with me and help me understand the ultimate goal of art which I never knew before. I love to see each member of your family works in harmony, so happy and peaceful.

I really appreciate for all your teaching and caring. I always enjoy my lessons with you.

Even though I am an artist and have had several exhibitions in Switzerland, I was not satisfied. From my first to my last session with Jimmy my painting advanced rapidly. Jimmy's enthusiasm is infection and you can not help but be inspired. The way of Jimmy's guidance is ideal for any level of budding artist. If you really want to realize your full potential than you must visit Jimmy! Thank you again, maestro. 

The atmosphere of the class was very comfortable and I really enjoyed it.

My daughter obtained an "A" in her Art at GCE "O" level examination. Thank you very much Jimmy.

You have been a great mentor for me in the small journey of art so far.

The classes have been useful to me and I did learn a lot from the lessons taught. I look forward to continuing my lessons with you when I next have the time.

I really enjoy the painting lesson.

Each session always made me very happy and a grateful person to know you.

I am very thankful to have attended Mr Jimmy's art lessons. Now that I am dealing with my art exam, I could easily apply the skill Jimmy taught me. Thank you very much Mr Jimmy. I miss you and Siew Hooi. Miss all those lessons I had from you. Will visit you soon.

I love the painting so much and I look forward to be able to learn more from you.

I am very happy that I got a chance to learn sketching from you. I never tried sketching and never thought of doing it, but when I came to you I found it very interesting and learned so many helpful techniques which will help me in future. Thanks for your guidance.

I enjoyed all lessons with you and you have made changes in my life. I am so thankful to know and have you as my art teacher!

Thank you so much again, I enjoyed your class very much. I have learn a lot from you and you have been very patient teaching me.

I am so lucky to have got an opportunity to be your student. The skill I learn from you and the resulting happiness are priceless.

There are many ways to learn a complex and personal subject such as art. However, a sound background in direct observation and representational painting is always useful to achieve a reasonable standard of skill in one's chosen medium.

Many objects around us would be the best subjects for beginners for drawing or for painting. Once you have learnt how to see and how to record the objects on the surface, you can then experiment with different techniques and medium, and you can even go further to explore the world of imagination and intuition.

You can do it if you want to learn it and you take action in art making. One who has regular and continuing practise will certainly produce better results in one's art work, be it representational or non-representational art.

It is fun and useful to learn sketching and painting and to continue learning and practicing them regularly.

You are welcome to join the painting sessions. I'll be happy to assist you along your artistic journey.

You will foster your self-confidence and sense of achievement through art practice. You will enjoy art making and appreciate art in life.

 

By Car: Use PIE toward Changi Airport, look for Exit 3B and turn left to Exit 3B, keep left and turn left to Tampines Avenue 2, kept left and turn left to Tampines Street 22, then keep right and turn right to car park at Block 286, turn right and park your car near the car park entrance. Click here for location map.

By Taxi: An easy and convenient way. Click here for Taxi Fare Calculator and Map, then type your address at the "From " Box and click "Let's go" button. You will see road map and estimated Taxi Fare  from your place to Block 286, Tampines St 22.

By MRT and Bus: Alight at Tampines MRT Station (EW2) and then take bus service number 292 at Tampines Bus Interchange. Alight at the bus stop (B03) in front of Block 283 at Tampines St 22. It is the 6th bus stop from the Bus Interchange. Walk about 100 steps from bus stop to Block 286. Click here for location map.

By Bus: Alight at the bus stop in front of Block 285 along Tampines Ave 2. Bus services available are 8, 18, 28, 17, 292, 59, 34, 39 and 518.  Or, alight at the bus stop in front of Block 206 opposite the road at Block 285, bus services available are 3, 8, 18, 17, 28, 59, 34, 39, 518.  Click here for location map.

For assistance or questions regarding painting session or one-on-one private session, please feel free to check with Jimmy or Siew Hooi. Tel: 67823579 or Email: pabha@singnet.com.sg

For new participant, please email your Registration Form to us. We will reply you and get back to you as soon as we can. You could telephone us to register and confirm your booking if you wish.

For subsequent booking, please make your booking at painting session, or you could telephone us or email us for that.