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Yvette Swan
20yr+ experience in art, 3yr+ in meditation
location_on Rozelle, Sydney
local_activity classes: Painting
4.9 (143)Yvette Swan expresses through bold abstract and figurative paintings a message of freedom, of life. This is completely unknown, free, boundless, empty, full, nothing, and everything. “Nothing”, not as something to be discarded, but rather the empty fullness of aliveness, of freedom. Yvette currently lives in Sydney. She graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from the University of NSW, College of Fine Arts. She has worked in the film and photographic industries. Since 2000 she became a professional artist and has had over 50 solo and group exhibitions, including the Wynne Landscape Prize at AGNSW, Metro Prize, Fleurieu Peninsula Biennale Prize, and the Art Series Leeuwin Estate Collection. Yvette is included in the book “Unfinished Journeys” by Ken McGregor. Her paintings belong to private and public collections. Yvette has been a professional painter for solo and group exhibitions, art consultancy projects, art expos, and commissioned works for corporate, design, private, and art prizes.
Yvette also creates through writing; and has worked in the awareness and therapy fields with one-to-one sessions.
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Anastasia Joseski • Nov 2023
30 ClassBento workshops attended • 15 reviews
Yvette is a wonderful teacher. Class was run with great balance of structure & freedom in expression. Cannot wait to join another session.
Lynda Shevellar • Oct 2023
2 ClassBento workshops attended
What an amazing class! Best thing I have done all year. I was nervous about doing an art class via Zoom, but Yvette made it very easy and it actually was quite lovely just sitting painting, and chatting over the airwaves. The class was terrific - we spent about an hour reviewing some of the different techniques and basics and then launched into two really different artwork styles. My favourite part was when she showed us what we could do with a disastrous paining and how we could salvage and rework them. The class lasted for 3 hours, and was very well-paced, with breaks and many opportunities to ask questions and share progress. I also bought the materials through the class in advance (Bento Box) - so I knew I'd have to hand all that we needed, and I was impressed by the quality. I was so inspired I couldn't put the paintbrush down for two days afterwards. I can't wait to do another class. Thank you Yvette for the inspiration and encouragement. LS
Fiona McQueen • Sep 2023
3 ClassBento workshops attended
Yvette is a great teacher, covering a number of techniques you can use immediately to produce your own art. And it's definitely worthwhile getting the art kit so you can keep making art at home.
Cui • Sep 2023
Yvette was responsive and accomodative to all of our request. Additionally, she was proactive in setting up the event space by arriving 1 hour prior to the set timing. The team of 19 enjoyed the team bonding event. In all, it was a great success!
She taught multiple techniques with the brushes and layering with the knife. Very easy for someone who has no prior experience in painting to have some fun!
Ana Norte • Aug 2023
Yvette was a very knowledgeable teacher and went through an extensive number of techniques in the first hour. I did find that the second hour was a bit rushed for our own creations as it is sometimes hard create in such a sort time. In any case the venue was great and all materials being provided was a plus.
Christina Sheers • Jul 2023
48 ClassBento workshops attended • 48 reviews
I recommend this to others, I enjoyed watching and learning from the video with the kit sent out made it easy.
Jenny Hughes • May 2023
2 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews
A very relaxed two hours. I enjoyed Yvette's style, the venue was comfy and everything was on hand to make it an enjoyable experience with some nibbles as a bonus! The really small group facilitated personalised tuition! I've certainly been equipped to go and try out some different techniques and just 'have a go' to see what emerges! Thanks Yvette.
Susan Shannon • May 2023
3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews
This was a fantastic art class. Yvette teaches very clearly and creatively. I felt I learned so much in the 3 hours and can’t wait to start using the new techniques. Well worth doing.
Max Laguzza • Apr 2023
Yvette was a very knowledgeable teacher and a lovely, welcoming person. I learnt lots of techniques and how to use the different tools. I came away with a painting that I feel proud to display.
Yasmine Khan • Oct 2022
Yvette’s beautiful studio was so easy to find. She was such a wonderful, funny, engaging teacher, I felt instantly at ease and free to express. I would recommend this class to anyone!
Janice Razon • Sep 2022
2 ClassBento workshops attended
Great team bonding session, Yvette is a great instructor and well prepared. Would recommend for any corporate events and or social events with friends.
Mariana Alves • Jul 2022
3 ClassBento workshops attended • 2 reviews
The class was super nice! Abstract painting can be completely subjective and personal but learning new techniques is always fun and important to unlock fears. The teacher was very sweet and explained everything clearly :)
Eva Paterson • Jul 2022
2 ClassBento workshops attended
Yvette was lovely, the time went quickly and there were plenty of resources. It was fun.
Wendy Wei • Jun 2022
5 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews
Learned various techniques on abstract paining. Teacher is very engaging and helpful. And very happy with the result.
Petra Arifeae • Oct 2021
17 ClassBento workshops attended • 16 reviews
The teacher is brilliant and makes you feel comfortable to learn. It session was conversational and guiding and demonstrating while you have a go as well. I learnt so many new tips and tricks and highly recommend this class to anyone.
Megan • Sep 2021
315 ClassBento workshops attended • 317 reviews
This was a good class & I hope to do more
Yvette is a sooo nice & it's perfect for total beginners
Rebecca Devlin • Sep 2021
2 ClassBento workshops attended
Loved the way the class was structured and the techniques taught throughout! Can’t wait to play more with the things i learnt
Megan • Sep 2021
315 ClassBento workshops attended • 317 reviews
First time doing this class & it was good. Loved the Qi Gong part best. Yvette is sooo nice & calming. Would defiantly do the Qi Gong bit again.
Megan • Sep 2021
315 ClassBento workshops attended • 317 reviews
Didn't know what to expect, never done something like this. It was different & interesting & Yvette is really nice but it's not for me.
Jennie Zobel • Aug 2021
The entire class was great, very good communication, demonstrating a very sound level of knowledge and creativity.
1 1/2 hours very much enjoyed!
Jennie Zobel
Jeanie Stewart • Apr 2021
Had a fun and relaxing time at Yvette's class this morning. We were encouraged to freely explore the techniques demonstrated and the materials provided. The short guided medication at the beginning of the class was a great way to leave what's on your mind and focus on creating something from scratch. Will definitely come again.
Stephanie Ng • Feb 2021
4 ClassBento workshops attended • 3 reviews
I'm a complete beginner to painting or any art styles, and this class was super fun and relaxing. There's no pressure to paint in any specific way or style; Yvette teaches interesting techniques that were great to explore. It definitely sparked a joy for art that I'm very eager to pursue!
Dianna Lang • Jan 2021
Thanks Yvette for designing a balanced, thoughtful session packed with tools and techniques. I came away with new skills and plenty of inspiration.
Grace Wye • Nov 2020
This was a really lovely class. Yvette has a calm, relaxed approach to the class and allows time for integrating new techniques. The meditation was well-suited and I left feeling like I had been equipped with tools to explore painting further in my own time. Would love to do it again. Thanks so much!
Judy Bell • Oct 2020
I really got a lot from this class, very peaceful. I also felt it’s given me to some new ways to approach my day.
Julisa Edwards • Oct 2020
11 ClassBento workshops attended • 10 reviews
This was an amazing class! I learnt a lot of painting techniques that I can't wait to start playing with in my art journey Also really loved that the class started out with a bit of meditation as I was feeling a bit anxious this morning, so helped ground me in what I was doing, and was super surprised when she announced class was over! Definitely want to check out Yvette's other classes
Michelle Arundel • Aug 2020
4 ClassBento workshops attended • 4 reviews
A great class! Very relaxing way to get started or back into art! A good demonstration of techniques and lots of time to play around with your creations! A good supply of paints and paint brushes to carry on experimenting after the class. Thank you Yvette!
Caryl Barnes • Aug 2020
8 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews
Fantastic - lovely teaching style
Learnt so many techniques and feel inspired to keep painting on my own now. Thank you!
Naomi Byrnes • Jun 2020
16 ClassBento workshops attended • 11 reviews
I really enjoyed the relaxed and friendly atmosphere, felt free to quietly sit and play with paint and listen to the different possibilities. Hearing about the artist who puts her surfaces out in nature inspired me to play a bit more with that after class. The message I took away was the possibility of continually layering and layering and layering over time. Thank you for the nurturing environment and encouragement to experiment, use affordable/free materials and have fun
Naomi Rundle • Jun 2020
I've only ever worked with oils, so acrylics are new for me.i really enjoyed the class and got some great ideas.thanks !
Gisela Wildie • Jun 2020
Yvette has such a nice, calming nature and that is exactly how the class ran. I loved learning new techniques and then using what i liked to create my masterpiece :)
The venue was perfect, with so many great tools and the right facilities.
Lucy Greenwood • Jan 2020
Lovely, calm and peaceful teacher
Delightful work space with creative ideas around.
Thoroughly enjoyed the class.
Lucienne Calvi • Oct 2018
5 ClassBento workshops attended • 5 reviews
Great value for money! Really enjoyed the acrylic painting with meditation. Yvette was a patient and calm teacher and let us go with the flow with our painting and relax .
All materials were provided and most of us painted four pieces including one canvas.
Venue was good with free parking around the roads at the back. Main road too busy and only 2hr parking.
Very much enjoyed the class especially as it was just four people.
Thankyou!
