Prices

Art Foundation Course:

When In Doubt, Draw

Divya’s Signature Art Programme

Registration: ¥20,000 *

Private Class Tuition: ¥8000 / 60 minutes / person

Foundation Course: 5 x 2 Hour Sessions

* Professional Art Set, Art History Book, Handprinted When In Doubt, Draw Bag, Class Reviews & Course Booklet, Follow Up Exercises Included

Advanced Classes

No registration fee (continuing students)

Private Class Tuition: ¥8000 / 60 minutes / person

Classes: Cycle of 5 sessions (5 x 2 hour sessions)

Students continue with advanced classes, to develop a specific skill or area of interest eg watercolour, figurative, landscape, painting, portraits, still life, portfolio development

Booking

Class package (5 x 2 Hour Sessions) dates are booked in advance.

* all bookings first-come, first-served basis, subject to availability

Enquiries & Reservation:

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Art Programmes

Classes, Courses & Winter Camp:

October – December 2026

Autumn / Winter 2026 PDF

Art Conversations:

3 Month Story of Art Course

What is art for? How to read pictures?

Exploring the big questions, in a relaxed atmosphere over a cup of tea, learning about the story of art, the influences that have shaped culture and society and what art is for and how it can help us in the best and worst of times. My favourite art stories, art books and the art works that have saved me in more ways than one.

Classes: 60 minutes

3 Month Course: 1 x week for 3 x months (12 Classes)

Price: ¥5000 / Person / 60 Minute Class

Time: Choice of Wednesday or Thursday mornings*

October: 4 Classes | November: 4 Classes | December: 4 Classes

* booking preference: first-come, first-served basis, availability: 8 places

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8 Week Intensive: Artist Atelier

*Former student, ready for life’s next chapter, now creating and exhibiting work*

Develop the observational, technical and critical skills required to make stronger work as an artist. Let me help you get those big dreams out of their boxes!:

Week 1: Observation (Walk The Line With Confidence)
Week 2: Value (Dare To Defy 2D)
Week 3: Mark Making (Happy Accidents)
Week 4: Colour (Limited Palette To Full Scale)
Week 5: The Artist Sketchbook (Companion For Life)
Week 6: Visual Arts (Stories By Your Side) Week 7: Individual Work (Portfolio Progression) Week 8: Presentation / Critique / Next Steps (Lifelong Learning)

October 2026 – November 2026

8 Week Intensive: 60 Minute Sessions (1 x Week for 2 Months)

October: 4 Classes

November: 4 Classes

Classes: 60 minutes

Price: ¥60,000 / person / course*

Time: Wednesdays / Thursdays ** +

* art set included

* booking preference: first-come, first-served basis

+ availability: 4 Places

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Artist Development Mentorship: 1-1 Artist Atelier

*Work with a professional artist 1-1 for 2 months*

Private Tuition

Develop the observational, technical and critical skills required to make stronger work as an artist and receive 1-1 critique on your personal projects / portfolio development:

Week 1: Observation (Walk The Line With Confidence)
Week 2: Value (Dare To Defy 2D)
Week 3: Mark Making (Happy Accidents)
Week 4: Colour (Limited Palette To Full Scale) Week 5: The Artist Sketchbook (Companion For Life)
Week 6: Visual Arts (Stories By Your Side)
Week 7: Individual Work (Portfolio Progression)
Week 8: Presentation / Critique / Next Steps (Lifelong Learning)

October 2026 – November 2026

8 Week Intensive: 2 Hour Sessions (1 x Week for 2 Months)

October: 4 Classes

November: 4 Classes

Classes: 60 minutes

Price: ¥84,000 / person / course +

Time: Wednesdays / Thursdays * **

* booking preference: first-come, first-served basis

** availability: 2 Places

+ art set included

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Winter Camps In Shimoda, Izu 2026

Deliciously unplugged, seaside camps in English developing:

character, confidence, communication, community, creativity

Week 1: 12/19 – 12/23 | Week 2: 12/26 – 12/30 | Week 3: 1/4 – 1/8

“Thank you so much for looking after my child for these past five days! They have so much to talk about – from the wonderful sketch diary and art pieces they created, to giving a speech in English at the end and getting along with everyone so well at the camp. They had a fantastic time! They even learned to do their own laundry; as soon as they got home, they started doing the washing, tidying up and taking out the trash on their own – it’s like a whole, new person – amazing! A huge thank you to the teachers and coaches for their guidance, to everyone who provided support and to all the other participants.”

“Thank you so much! They have been sharing so many stories about what a wonderful time they had!”

“Thank you so much for giving my daughter such an unforgettable experience. Since she came back, she has been talking about it everyday! Each day she remembers something new to tell me. It was an amazing and exciting five days for her and she enjoyed every moment. I’m sure she will join again without a doubt. Thank you again for taking such good care of her.”

“Thank you! Normally my son would have avoided doing a presentation, so I was really surprised and impressed that he actually did it!!

“Thank you so much for taking such wonderful care of my son for the five day camp. Although I was a little worried about him living away from home, the teachers watched over him so warmly that he seemed to have a fun and fulfilling time every day. Since returning home, he has shared stories about the camp. Seeing him come back with so many memories and a sense of personal growth has been truly heartening. I am deeply grateful to you for creating such unforgettable memories for my child.”

“Thank you for taking such good care of my son over the past five days! He came home full of energy, saying he had a great time and wished he could have stayed another two days!”

*** 1, 2, 3 week plans available, 4 nights/5days, pick up/drop off Shinagawa available, all language levels welcome, limited to 12-15 places/wk ***

Location: NOMADE Resort, Shimoda, Izu

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Beginners – Advanced

Classes: October – December 2026

Autumn / Winter 2026 PDF

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Team Building Programme

Workshops

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Art Weekends

Weekend Workshops & Retreats

Overnight trips to my favourite places!

Contact me with: group size, proposed dates, 1 or 2 night stays

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Art Curriculum & Consulting

Artist-in-Residence +
Fellow, Royal Society of Arts +
PGCE Qualified (UK, Art Specialism) +
EY Experience / Reggio Emilia Background +
Primary Experience / UK NC Art Curriculum Design +
Secondary Experience / High School / Curriculum Design +
University Experience / Curriculum Design / Portfolio Development
Lifelong Learning / Owner, Drawing School Tokyo / Atelierista / Consultant =