ProFineArt Studio Basel is the private educational project and professional practice of Ilya Medvedev, a contemporary fine artist and certified senior educator. As the owner and instructor, Ilya Medvedev manages every aspect of the project, providing specialized mentorship that combines historical tradition with contemporary artistic standards. All instruction is conducted in English.

A Dedicated Mobile Education

Operating as a mobile educational project, ProFineArt Studio Basel brings high-level fine art education directly to the student's private home or personal studio. This structure ensures that the learning process is fully integrated into the student’s personal creative environment.

Academic and Professional Background

The curriculum is built upon a foundation of significant academic achievement. Ilya Medvedev holds a B.Ed.FA and Art Teaching Certification from the Hamidrasha Faculty of the Arts, alongside Master of Fine Arts studies from the Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design. Seven years of Byzantine Iconography study in Greece and Jerusalem. Over a 15-year career, Ilya Medvedev has produced 1,000+ artworks including large-scale oil paintings. Professional experience includes restoration.

Specialized Experience & Methodology

A specialist in free-hand precision, Ilya Medvedev practiced for five years as a tattoo artist and street portraitist, working without stencils or preliminary sketches. This mastery of detail led to the development of hyper-realistic painting techniques for medical surgical training, designed to enhance the visual acuity of surgeons. Since 2012, this pedagogy has mentored diverse professionals, from game designers to doctors. The methodology emphasizes a freehand 'eye-brain-hand' connection across disciplines such as Byzantine Iconography, Academic Drawing, and Contemporary Painting, focusing on technical mastery and creative independence.

Who the Courses Are For

Courses are suitable for students from absolute beginner to advanced levels. Beginner-friendly methods use supportive materials, while advanced courses emphasize technical skill and mastery of complex techniques. Programs are designed for individuals with artistic aptitude; participants are expected to have the physical and cognitive ability to engage in fine art practice.