Ekaterina Kennedy

I was born and raised in Russia, where I studied Fine Arts and received a strong formal education. While this experience gave me a solid artistic foundation, it also came with a high degree of perfectionism and a fear of not performing well. Over time, I have learned to transform that pressure into a more open, joyful, and creative approach to art — something I now share with my students.

The idea for my courses began as simple art play dates for my son when he was five years old. I wanted him to learn the basic art skills, to appreciate and notice creativity in everyday life, and to freely express himself through colour and form. Interest grew quickly — I soon had more local children attending, and what began as a small community activity evolved into a growing art school with the passion and purpose.

Throughout my life, I have travelled extensively and worked with children in various countries — as an au-pair in Denmark, an English teacher, and as a private tutor in Spain and Russia. These experiences allowed me to observe and learn diverse educational methods, and they inspired me to develop my own approach to teaching art: structured yet freeing, educational yet playful.

My goal is to make art accessible and achievable for more children and adults. I strongly believe that art has a powerful impact on mental health, creativity, and self-esteem. I’ve personally experienced how art can guide us through difficult times and bring healing — and that belief lies at the heart of all my teaching.