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Who Are We?
Free Hands Arts Academy has been established since 2014 in Mount-Lebanon. Our services include (piano, guitar, derbakah, and vocal) music lessons. In addition to drawing painting, and crafts courses. Recently, we started selling handmade crafts and drawings.
Mission/Aim
At Free Hands Art Academy, our aim is to give the next generations skills that will benefit them, make them proud of who they are, and believe in themselves, while enjoying the journey all the way.
we are focused on providing professional artistic services with the highest levels of student/customer satisfactions.
We will do everything we can to meet your expectations.
Discover Our Music Courses
Grade Preliminary – 1 – 2
The musical material introduced in these grades is of an essential nature. Only the most basic time signatures and keys are used. Melodic and rhythmic material is simple. Dynamics, articulation, phrasing and ornamentation will be limited to the most basic types. The repertoire of scales and arpeggios is limited to the Majors and the Minors. And the duration of pieces is generally limited to 1-2 minutes maximum.
Grades 3-4
In these grades a larger number of keys and time signatures will be introduced, along with more complex melodic and rhythmic material. A wider variety of music types will be used, as well as a more complex repertoire of arpeggios and scales. Moreover, dynamics, articulation, phrasing and ornamentation will be a more regular feature o f the music. The duration of pieces is approximately 2-3 minutes.
Grade 5
In this grade an extended number of keys and time signatures are used, minus few minor exceptions. As for the Melodic and rhythmic complexity it is of moderate degree. Dynamics, articulation, phrasing and ornamentation are quite detailed and varied. The repertoire of scales and arpeggios is expanded. And the duration of pieces is approximately 2-3 minutes. The pieces introduced in this grade could be performed in a professional recital.
Grades 6-7
In these grades the whole range of key numbers and time signatures may be used, and the Melodic and rhythmic materials are significantly complex. The music will include passages where dynamics, articulation, phrasing and ornamentation demand considerable focus and flexibility. The repertoire of scales and arpeggios includes a larger number of types. The duration of pieces is approximately 3-4 minutes and even longer.
Grades 8 – Diplomas
In these grades the whole range of key numbers and time signatures may be used, and the Melodic and rhythmic materials are significantly complex. The music will include passages where dynamics, articulation, phrasing and ornamentation demand considerable dexterity, flexibility, and consistency. The repertoire of scales and arpeggios includes a larger number of types and requires playing styles and exploiting the full range of the instrument. The duration of the pieces performed maybe as long as 10 minutes or more. The pieces introduced in this grade include the entire professional repertoire.
Our Studio
Discover Our Drawing Courses
Drawing for Kids Course I
This course is designed for kids of the age 6 and under. It serves as a step by step guide to basic drawing techniques. It includes drawing using numbers and shapes, in addition to coloring, painting, and decorating.
Drawing for Kids Course II
This course builds on the foundation of the (Drawing for Kids Course I). However, it is designed to introduce new challenging subjects to our young artists in drawing, mixing colors, and imagination. In this course they will be introduced to 3D art, textures and perspectives. They’ll also be encouraged to tackle faces and facial expressions for the first time.
Beginner’s Drawing Course
This introductory course is an excellent starting point for people who want to adopt the proper drawing technique, it covers several subjects including perspective, shapes and shadows, and sketching. Plus it includes the use of several materials such as pencil, pen and ink, use of charcoal and pastels.
Pastel Course
In this course you will cover all the practical issues related to drawing and painting with pastels, where you will master mixing and fusion of colors in variety of practices.
Black and White Drawing Course
In this course you will learn how to draw various sceneries in black and white and master the skill of diminishing colors from paintings.
Aquarelle Course
In this course you will learn the use of color, tone, composition and principal techniques.
Oil Painting Course
In this course you will develop the courage to experiment with bright and deep colors, and texture with extensive details. You will learn to apply stunning unique effects, and discover painting techniques that will add depth and character to your work.
Botanical and Landscape Course
In this course you will learn how to observe, draw, color or paint the captivating structures of all flora: Flowers, leaves, fruits or vegetables. It covers as well landscape scenery. In this course you will use several coloring and painting skills gained in earlier courses.
Pet Portraits Course
In this course you will learn how to draw, color, and paint all types of pets and animals, using various materials. Plus, you will learn the technique behind portrait composition where you add different animals into you drawing and create a proper background.
Human Portrait Course
In this course you will learn how to represent a character and how to draw a face accurately using various materials.
People Drawing and Painting Course
In this course you capture the strength and character of the human form in depth. This course will teach you precise detail of human anatomy, from bone structure to muscles and skin tone. Moreover, it will also teach you proportions and specifics that you need to bring life to your work.
Painting Recreation Course
In this course you will learn how to recreate the famous works of Leonardo Da Vinci, Van Gogh, and many other legends in the field of painting.
Mosaic Course
In this course you will learn how to create colorful scenery in mosaic form.
Sculpturing Course
In this course you will learn how to create sculpture and recreate famous sculptures using hard modeling clay with intricate details.
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Our Team
Dania Kawkab
Co-founder and Arts Coordinator
Khaldoun Al Ahmadieh
Co-founder and Enhancement Sector Funder