About Studio 21

The people behind the studio.

Experienced artists and thoughtful teachers, each bringing a distinct practice to the table.

Founded in

2019

Studio 21 was born from the belief that painting should never feel intimidating — it should feel creative, expressive, and fun.

Art materials ready for a Studio21 class

Our approach

Teachers

We teach the foundations, then make room for individuality. The goal is not perfect pictures—it is confident, observant and imaginative people.

Jessica Yan

Jessica Yan

Design · Drawing · Creative Practice

Jessica holds a Master of Design from UNSW and has a professional background spanning art, design and visual communication. With over 10 years of experience as a graphic designer, she has worked with brands across Australia, New Zealand, Canada and China. Her teaching combines drawing and art fundamentals with design thinking, encouraging students to develop technical skills, visual awareness, creativity and an appreciation of art in everyday life. Jessica believes art helps children explore imagination and discover their creative potential, while offering adults a meaningful way to learn, slow down and enjoy life.

Ping

Ping

Drawing · Painting · Art Education · Animation

Ping holds a master’s degree in Animation from UTS. He has nearly 10 years of art teaching experience in China and Australia, with a strong focus on drawing, painting and creative development. He has also taught students preparing for art examinations in China, with excellent results. His classes balance strong artistic foundations with an engaging and supportive approach, helping students enjoy the creative process, build confidence and develop naturally through observation, practice and exploration.

Li

Li

Drawing · Painting · Art & Interior Practice

Li studied at the Tianjin Academy of Fine Arts and the Central Academy of Fine Arts, and brings over 30 years of experience in art and drawing education. His interior and renovation practice brings a strong understanding of composition, space, colour and visual aesthetics into his teaching. His classes combine traditional artistic foundations with practical visual knowledge, helping students build strong technical skills and a deeper understanding of art and spatial aesthetics.

Alexander

Alexander

Drawing · Colour · Oil Painting · Creative Practice

Alexander graduated in Painting from Tokyo Zokei University and has a strong foundation in drawing, colour studies, oil painting and creative art practice. His work was exhibited in the Joint Graduation Exhibition of Five Art Universities at the National Art Center, Tokyo. He is currently undertaking a Master’s degree in Curating and Cultural Leadership at UNSW. His teaching combines strong technical foundations with creative exploration, helping students develop observational skills, confidence in colour and composition, and their own approach to artistic expression.

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