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WHO DO YOU TAKE LESSONS FROM?
Painting course or painting holiday in France? This is your chance!
With Debbie Nijland you don't just get painting lessons - you go on a creative journey of discovery! Debbie is an experienced visual artist with an impressive background: she graduated in Higher Degree Painting at the renowned IKO Art Academy in Hoogstraten (Belgium) and has more than 31 years of painting experience. With 19 years of teaching under her belt, she helps students develop their own visual language, away from clichés and in search of their own artistic style.
With a mix of passion, humor and personal guidance, Debbie ensures that her painting courses and workshops are not only educational, but above all inspiring and just great fun! Many of her students take their own work to a higher level, a number of students even went on to art school!
Painting holiday in France – painting with a breathtaking view
In 2022, Debbie Nijland moved to France, where she continues her painting and course activities in her studio on the hill. Whether you opt for a private lesson, painting workshop or a fully catered painting holiday, you are in good hands with Debbie.
What can you expect?
✅ Personal guidance tailored to your needs – whether you are a beginner or an advanced painter
✅ Unique painting location in France – painting in an inspiring, natural environment
✅ Classical Education as a basis - with attention to technique and personal style development
✅ Suitable for all styles – from hyper-realistic to abstract painting
✅ Workshops and painting courses in small groups – for optimal attention
With Debbie, everything revolves around your artistic signature. No standard painting exercises, but an individual approach in which your own style and creativity are central.
Painting lessons according to the Classical School
Debbie works according to the principles of Classical Education, where you learn the essential building blocks of painting:
🎨 Form research – how to create a strong composition?
🖌️ Underpainting – the base layer that gives depth and structure
🌗 Light and dark – contrast and shadow for dynamism in your work
🌈 Color Theory – How Colors Work Together and Evoke Emotions
Whether you're new to holding a brush or have been painting for years, Debbie's classes are inspiring, relaxed, challenging and above all, just plain fun!
Want to know more? Sign up for a painting course in France!
Would you like to paint in France with an experienced teacher who will guide you on your creative path?
Book a painting holiday, workshop or private lesson now!
📍 Location: beautiful location in the heart of France
🖼️ For beginners and advanced
📆 Availability and prices: [Link to www.schildervakantie.fr]
✉️ Contact us for more information or to reserve your spot right away!

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