Painting Teaches Focus and Calms the Mind
As the digital world increasingly occupies our time, it’s more important than ever to engage in hands-on activities. When we draw, write, or paint traditionally—creating something tangible with our hands—our brains shift to a state of complete presence. At its best, painting is a form of meditation; focused activity allows the brain to rest, bringing calm and refreshment. This alone is a great reason to engage in something creative and tangible—a mini-vacation for your mind from the hectic digital world.
Through painting and self-expression, I’ve found a powerful tool for both mental well-being and mindfulness. The moment I pick up a brush, the busyness of life quiets down. Painting is a time for mental rejuvenation.
Courses for Individuals and Companies
The "Painting Basics" course is a four-session program. The course is divided into the essential elements of painting. You’ll learn key fundamentals such as value, color, and composition—understanding the interplay of light and shadow (value), creating effective compositions, distinguishing between color and value, and how to combine colors.
The goal of the course is to help you get started with painting and to learn how to recognize and apply these essential elements in your own work. The first three sessions include both theory and technique, alongside painting practice. The fourth session focuses on finalizing your own works. Teaching takes place in small groups (4-6 people) at my home studio in Kruununhaka. The cost is €85 per session, or €320 for the full four-session course (including VAT). Each session lasts about 3.5-4 hours, and the price includes all materials used during the course. You can choose to attend a single session or complete the entire course. You can also gather your own group, and we’ll arrange a course time that suits you.
The "Paint Your Favorite Color" art workshop focuses on intuitive expression and is centered around color. The vibrations of colors affect us both physically and mentally. In this workshop, you’ll have the freedom to dive into the world of colors, explore your favorite hues, and discover their impact on you. No prior painting experience is necessary—just the desire to experience the world of painting and creativity.
This course can also be arranged for larger groups, for example, at the client’s own premises. For inquiries, contact pia@piarydmanart.com.
Art Workshop as Part of a Corporate Event
Are you looking for something unique for your company’s event? A creative painting session is a perfect addition to a wellness day or as a lighter activity during a team-building day. Art workshops have been very well-received. We offer turnkey painting workshops for companies or groups, providing all the materials needed for painting. The workshop can be combined with a guided meditation session, including sound bowl relaxation or a gentle yin yoga session. This allows the body and mind to relax, making space for creativity and presence. Pia gently and effectively guides participants into the world of painting. The workshop can also be held at Pia’s yoga studio in Punavuori, Helsinki.
For inquiries, contact pia@piarydmanart.com or
call +358 40 7570 425.
Instruction is available in both Finnish and English.
Professional and Gentle Teaching
Pia has received highly positive feedback for her teaching style. She is attuned to the various challenges of learning and gives participants the space to explore and express their inner world.
Pia has been leading painting courses for three years and has taught yoga at her own studio for 14 years. Over the years, she has had tens of thousands of client interactions with a wide range of personalities.
As a teacher, Pia is gentle, precise, and effective. Each participant progresses toward their own goals at their own pace. The atmosphere in the courses is always accepting and encouraging.
After the course or event, participants leave with a sense of accomplishment and a feeling of having surpassed their own expectations. You are warmly welcome to join the world of painting.
Get in touch, and we’ll arrange the perfect course or event for you.
