Liesel Wessels Art Academy

✨ Transform your portrait drawing skills in just 3 days ✨

Join us for an immersive 3-Day Charcoal Portrait Drawing Workshop led by artist and instructor Marco Kühn.

Whether you are a beginner wanting to build strong foundations or an artist looking to refine your portrait skills, this comprehensive workshop will guide you through a clear, structured process to create expressive and realistic portraits using charcoal and PanPastel.

✔ Learn accurate proportion and likeness
✔ Understand light, shadow and values
✔ Develop confidence with a practical step-by-step system
✔ Gain skills you can apply across artistic mediums

📍 Liesel Wessels Art Academy, Bloemfontein
📅 29 June – 1 July 2026
⏰ 9am – 4pm
💰 R2650 pp (includes drawing paper, light lunch & refreshments)

Limited spaces available – booking essential.
📞 Marco Kühn: 076 500 3345

Latest Adult Artworks 😘
Some are already done for our upcoming Yearend Exhibition 🥰

See if you can spot the Something Blue 💙

We have exciting courses running from next term, for those who can commit to a two week program. Looking forward to share 😜

Ever dreamed of painting portraits that truly come alive? 👁️✨

Our June Eye/Mouth in Oil Workshop is designed for artists who want to unlock the secrets behind expressive, realistic portrait painting.

From understanding skin tones and texture to creating depth and emotion, this professional workshop welcomes both beginners and experienced artists ready to grow their skills in oil painting.

🎨 Learn professional techniques
🎨 Build confidence in portrait work
🎨 Small group setting for focused guidance

Spaces are limited and booking is essential.
📍 Bloemfontein | 12–13 June
📲 WhatsApp 083 400 2864

Latest kids / teen artworks

We love the creativity of open ended projects 😜
Not perfect is the most beautiful 😍

Some artists leave an impression through their work; others through the way they teach, encourage, and inspire those around them. In my studio, I often share the stories and wisdom of the artists and teachers who have shaped my own creative journey.

I was incredibly privileged to spend a short, but deeply meaningful season learning under the guidance of the phenomenal Old Bloemfontein artist, Rene Snyman. It is a course I hope will be the first of many more to come.

These are just a few of my personal favourites of Rene's work

Student of the Week Margaret Potgieter

“To be an artist is to believe in life.” — Henry Moore

Margaret embodies that spirit so beautifully. She brings warmth, positivity, and joy into our studio, and approaches every new artwork with enthusiasm and heart.

It has been an absolute privilege to witness her artistic growth since 2024, and to see her confidence and creativity continue to flourish with each piece she creates.

May art always bring you joy, inspiration, and fulfilment 🎨

Latest Kids / Teen Art Projects

From Impressionism, Realism to Baroque

Only 1 Spot still left in our Quarterly Figure drawing workshop.

Ideal for beginner to advanced students that want to learn and become better in Figurative Art.
No nudes, so kids from 12+ are welcome 🤗

All materials included.

For more information - WhatsApp 083 400 2864

The true measure of an art teacher is found in the work and growth of her students 🧑🏻‍🎨

Every drawing and painting here represents dedication, courage, creativity, and hours of learning — and I could not be more proud of what these talented artists are accomplishing.

Seeing students surprise themselves with what they are capable of is the greatest joy of teaching 🎨

Calling all South African artists.
You are invited to submit work for our 2026 Annual Year-End Exhibition.

Theme: Something Blue 💙

All mediums and interpretations are welcome.
Closing Date for Entries: 31 October 2026

For submissions and enquiries:
WhatsApp 083 400 2864