Christopher Koo

Just a brief introduction about me: My name is chris, im 28 years of age, and i was born in Singapore. I've NOT always known i'd wanted to be an artist. In fact, I grew up thinking I wanted to be a doctor, and studied it for four years in university. However, after some time, I learnt to live for myself and not what my parents wanted me to be, and I knew I would be happier doing what my soul really called out for: the arts.

Through years of intense studying and practice (and having fun too), I honed my skills alongside my studies on Illustration in UAL. My work started to get noticed and I currently operate as a Freelance artist on sales and commission basis. You can view my digital work on instagram at @__pxls and my traditional work at @santhym.studios.

I'm happy to work with whatever format my student prefers, although I do have a preference for online learning. My one to one classes are usually done on Microsoft Teams, Discord, or any screensharing application. I am happy to commute for in-person tutoring if this is preferable !

Here is a breakdown of the syllabus that I teach my students. I also offer tailor made tutoring in specialised subjects for students who request tutoring in: photoshop and graphic design skills, photography and mixed media, traditional acrylic painting on canvas.

The time frames outlined in my syllabus are merely a guideline. I encourage all of my students to move at their own comfortable pace and goals, life is hard enough as it is!

My Syllabus:

Phase 1: Foundations (Weeks 1–3)

Goal: Build confidence with tools and core drawing skills

Introduction to digital and traditional (up to the student to decide) tools (software, tablets, brushes)
Basic shapes, lines, and control
Understanding form, perspective, and simple shading

Phase 2: Core Skills (Weeks 4–6)

Goal: Develop technical drawing ability

Light & shadow (rendering techniques)
Color theory (digital application)
Texture and materials
Introduction to composition

Phase 3: Subject Focus (Weeks 7–9)

Goal: Apply skills to real subjects

Character drawing (faces, anatomy basics)
Environment drawing (landscapes, interiors)
Stylization vs realism

Phase 4: Personal Voice + Projects (Weeks 10–12)

Goal: Creative independence

Developing style
Portfolio pieces
Final project

We will also go through and cover important topics such as composition, creative and relaxed thinking/drawing, thumbnail making etc.