Art Classes with Catherine Joyeux

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Learn, Create and Develop Your Own Artistic Voice

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Whatever the technique you choose, my teaching is based on the same principles: personal guidance, creative freedom and the pleasure of learning.

Classes are held in small groups, allowing me to give each student individual attention and tailored advice. Whether you are a complete beginner or already have experience, I will help you progress at your own pace and according to your abilities.

Rather than encouraging students to imitate my style, I help each person discover and develop their own artistic expression. You will work on subjects that inspire you and reflect your interests, while building strong technical foundations and confidence in your practice.

My goal is to inspire beginners to explore their creativity and continue their artistic journey, while helping more experienced artists gain greater independence, refine their skills and expand their creative possibilities.

The friendly and welcoming atmosphere of the studio encourages learning, sharing and mutual inspiration. Working alongside others is an enriching experience, and each student's work contributes to the creative energy of the group.

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Techniques Taught

• Drawing

• Watercolour

• Acrylic Painting

• Gouache

• Ink

• Mixed Media

• Pastel

• Wash Drawing

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Who Are the Classes For?

Children, teenagers and adults

Beginners and advanced students are all welcome.

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Studio Location

11 Place du Champ Clos
22100 Dinan, Brittany, France

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Contact

For further information, please contact:

Catherine Joyeux
Email: joyeux.ruan@gmail.com
Telephone: +33 (0)6 80 22 45 26

Most materials are provided. Students only need to bring canvases or any specific materials required for personal projects.

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Schedule

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
2:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Saturday
9:30 am – 12:30 pm

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Travel Sketchbook Workshops in Dinan

Capture your memories through drawing and watercolour.

Travel sketchbooks are a wonderful way to record places, impressions and moments through art. During these workshops, you will create your own illustrated travel journal while exploring the beautiful medieval town of Dinan, officially recognised as a "Ville d'Art et d'Histoire".

Together, we will wander through its historic streets, admire the timber-framed houses, discover the picturesque port, stroll down the famous Rue du Jerzual and sketch the gardens, surrounding countryside and the banks of the River Rance.

We will also explore nearby Léhon, a charming "Petite Cité de Caractère", with its abbey and peaceful gardens.

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Techniques

• Drawing

• Watercolour

• Ink

• Perspective

 

Materials Required

• Sketchbook (160–180 gsm paper)

• HB, 2B and 5B pencils

• Black fineliner or felt-tip pen

• Eraser

• Pencil sharpener

• Water container

• Cloth or paper towel

• Basic watercolour set and brushes

• Folding stool or portable seat

 

About Catherine Joyeux

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Professional painter, member of the Maison des Artistes, graduate in Applied Arts and art educator.

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Born in Versailles, a renowned City of Art and History, I later lived in Paris before settling in Brittany more than twenty years ago. Today, I live and work in Dinan, another remarkable City of Art and History, known for its rich artistic heritage and thriving community of craftspeople.

For nearly thirty years, I collaborated with the Paris gallery Terre des Arts, developing a body of work centred on figurative subjects such as landscapes, flowers, interiors and people. Over time, my artistic journey led me towards abstract painting and lyrical expression, where movement, colour, light, energy and written language play a central role.

Painting has always been much more than a profession for me—it is a lifelong passion and a way of life. Sharing that passion through teaching is one of my greatest pleasures.

I firmly believe that everyone can learn to draw and paint. Drawing is the foundation of all visual expression. It teaches us how to observe, understand and interpret the world around us.

Like any artistic discipline, progress comes through practice. Dancers, musicians, actors and painters all develop their skills through regular work and dedication. Art is no different.

With the guidance, methods and experience I share through my classes and workshops, anyone can make remarkable progress. All that is needed is curiosity, motivation and the desire to create.

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Areas of Study

• Portraits and facial expressions

• Human proportions and figures

• Landscapes

• Composition

• Perspective

• Depth and volume

• Light and shadow

• Values and contrasts

• Textures and surfaces

• Transparency and reflections

• Fabric and drapery

• Movement and visual storytelling

 

Artistic Techniques

Drawing

• Graphite

• Charcoal

• Black chalk

• Sanguine

Painting and Colour

• Watercolour

• Ink

• Gouache

• Wash Drawing

• Pastel

• Acrylic Painting on canvas or board

 

The most important requirement is simple: the desire to create. Everything else can be learnt.