I arrived about two years ago with almost zero experience and many fears. I quickly realized I was in the right hands. You are a patient, attentive, and kind teacher, with a rare ability to explain complex principles simply and clearly without pressure. You knew exactly when to guide, when to correct, and when to let me experiment. I especially appreciated your insistence that I do everything myself—particularly the difficult corrections—so that in the end, the painting is entirely 'mine,' giving me a huge sense of pride. This was an empowering experience both artistically and personally. I previously studied with different teachers, but your teaching was honest, enriching, and filled with true faith in art. You ensured we knew other artists and always brought examples from the masters to support your instructions. Thank you for the journey and the belief in me.
Professional Fine Art & Contemporary painting courses in your private environment in Basel and Basel Area
Profineart Studio Basel
The Mentorship
Mastery of Fine Art
A private educational project providing specialized mentorship that combines historical tradition with contemporary artistic standards. All instruction is delivered in English. This mobile project brings professional training directly to your personal studio to ensure learning is integrated into your own creative setting.
The Curriculum
Focus on mastering the visual language of art through the chemistry of materials, historical accuracy, and the transition from classical underpainting to modern textures. The training covers the complexities of form and conceptual expression.
Professional Standards
BackgroundBuilt on significant academic achievement and a wealth of museum-level experience.
SpecializationRare technical depth in ancient media, such as Byzantine Iconography, alongside contemporary figurative painting.
Founder & Instructor
Ilya Medvedev →Artist and educator with an MFA from Bezalel Academy. Creator of the academy's methodology and digital platform, with a practice spanning 1,000+ professional works.
Masterclass
Oil Painting Process by the Mentor
How It Works
Choose Course
Pick your preferred fine art subject from the catalog.
Book & Pay
Select format, amount, date, time, and your studio address.
Contact
Instructor will contact you to advise on session preparation.
Studio Session
Instructor travels to your studio at the booked day and time.
Trust
"I quickly realized I was in the right hands—a patient, attentive, and kind teacher with a rare ability to explain complex principles simply and clearly without pressure."
Reviews
Lessons with you were an enriching experience, combining rigorous step-by-step learning without compromising on quality, while maintaining a sense of perfection and correct methodology. We started from the basics—preparing the canvas, measuring and understanding proportions, and acrylic underpainting—leading up to the highlight: oil painting. I am currently working on portraits of my family members from photos. You have definitely given me a solid foundation for my work, and I hope the results you see do not disappoint you.
My course with Ilya was great. Ilya was friendly, very knowledgeable, encouraging and totally adaptable to my needs and goals. It was fun to plan long-term projects with him and discuss styles and art history. If you are looking for a teacher who is both experienced, knowledgeable and relaxed, I highly recommend Ilya!
I met Ilya through the world of visual arts. First and foremost, he’s an incredible artist, a fascinating and controversial figure, and truly one of the funniest people I’ve ever known! He was also my tattoo artist; he helped me break into the industry, mentored me, and gave me the courage to get started. Today, I am the proud owner of my own tattoo business ❤️
Service Area
A mobile educational project providing high-level fine art education within your own environment. The learning process is fully integrated into your personal creative setting through direct travel to your studio space.
Full mobile service within Basel-Stadt, Basel-Landschaft, and a 21km operational radius.
Coverage across regional border towns and the immediate Alsace and Southern Baden areas.
Available for travel to major Swiss hubs, European cultural centers, and international metropolitan areas for specialized projects.