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Schools & Education Workshops

Traditional techniques, natural materials, and creative confidence for young artists.

About Elisabeth den Boer

Elisabeth is an artist working with natural pigments, earth materials, and traditional processes rooted in Renaissance practice. She holds an MA in Traditional Arts and has been teaching workshops for adults and young people since 2021.

Her school workshops offer students a rare opportunity to experience specialist materials, experimental processes, and high-quality technique development that enrich curriculum learning and strengthen creative confidence.

Workshops for Schools

All workshops are fully hands-on, adaptable, and suitable for KS3–KS5.

KS3: Experimental Colour & Natural Pigments

A playful introduction to natural colour using earth pigments, inks, and traditional tools.
Students explore texture, mark-making, colour variation, and simple binding methods.
Ideal for enriching schemes of work and supporting early technical development.

GCSE Support: Techniques & Personal Investigation

A focused workshop designed to help students develop:

Unique textures, surfaces, and colour palettes

Stronger practical skills

Confidence with material experimentation

Portfolio pages that demonstrate personal voice and clear artistic intention

These workshops slot naturally into Component 1 development.

A-Level Masterclass: Portfolio & Practice Development

Advanced methods, including:

Natural pigment making, sustainable art materials

Oil and egg-based binders

Gesso and surface preparation

Traditional layering and glazing techniques

Structured portfolio refinement

This supports students aiming for high-level personal outcomes, university preparation, or progression into creative careers.

After-School Clubs

Weekly sessions tailored to your students, focusing on natural materials, drawing, and exploratory colour.
Clubs run for 6–12 weeks.

Artist in Residence Packages

Residencies of 1–6 weeks can include:

  • whole-school enrichment
  • cross-curricular workshops (Art, Geography, DT, History)
  • staff CPD
  • a final exhibition of student work

Perfect for art weeks, annual projects, and cultural calendar events.

Why Work With Me?

  • MA in Traditional Arts
  • Specialist skills
  • Calm, structured, encouraging teaching style
  • Workshops that help students strengthen both technique and personal voice
  • Experience delivering sessions for GCSE and A-level students
  • Flexible packages for enrichment, curriculum support, or portfolio enhancement

Practical Information

  • Workshops are tailored to your curriculum plans and student needs
  • All materials can be provided
  • DBS checked
  • Fully insured
  • Available for one-off sessions, half-days, full days, block bookings, clubs, or residencies

Upcoming Workshops
Enquiry about private events