Floris Veldhoen was born on August 25, 1984, is an international art teacher and visual artist living in Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands. As a dedicated teacher, he excels in visual communication and visual arts.
He empowers his students by providing choices, encouraging risk-taking and tolerance for mistakes, and building strong creative problem-solving skills. This promotes a spirit of inquiry and discovery.
Both his teaching and his creative practice explore the familiar through a process-oriented, investigative approach, always inspired by the art world.
Role on the website:
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Personal information
- Name: Floris Veldhoen
- Date of birth: August 25, 1984
- Sex: male
- Hometown: Raephorststraat 55, 3036 VK Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands
- Educational attainment: Master's degree in Visual Arts from the Royal Academy of Art, The Hague
- Job: International art teacher and visual artist
- Phone: + 31 06-6221-2899
- Email: [email protected]
- About me: https://about.me/florisveldhoen
Social network: Facebook, X.Com, Pinterest, Instagram, Threads, Youtube, Reddit, Tumblr, Deviantart.
Career goals
Floris Veldhoen aims to inspire a global audience through his dual role as teacher and artist. His primary career goal is to expand his teaching methods internationally and promote a process-oriented, investigative approach to art. He also aspires to exhibit his works in renowned galleries around the world, combining his passion for teaching with his creative practice to promote a deeper appreciation for visual arts.
Work experience
– 2000 – 2005: Art teacher at the Dutch International School, The Hague
- Taught basic courses in drawing, painting and visual communication.
- Developed curriculum that integrated technology and traditional art techniques.
– 2005 – 2015: Senior visual arts teacher at the Amsterdam International Community School
- Taught advanced courses in visual arts and digital media.
- Guided students in creating portfolios for university applications and art exhibitions.
– 2015 – present: International art teacher and freelance visual artist
- Gives workshops and seminars throughout Europe and Asia.
- Exhibits personal artworks in galleries and online platforms, exploring themes of identity and cultural narratives.
Certifications and courses taken
- Secondary Education Certification: International Baccalaureate (IB), 2003
- Interactive media and art: Central Saint Martins, London, 2010
- Art Therapy and Education: ArtEZ University of the Arts, 2014
- Digital illustration: domestic, 2018
Achievements and awards
- 2008: Awarded National Art Teacher of the Year for innovative teaching methods.
- 2012: Winner of the European Visual Arts Teacher Award for Excellence in Education.
- 2017: Recognized by the International Art Critics Association for his contributions to contemporary art education.
- 2021: Nominated for the Global Teacher Prize for his impact on art education worldwide.
Life skills
- Creative problem solving: Floris is skilled at encouraging innovative thinking and problem solving through art.
- Cross-Cultural Communication: Adept at working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds, promoting inclusivity and global perspectives.
- Project Management: Manages multiple artistic projects and educational programs and ensures they meet high standards of quality and creativity.
- Technical Proficiency: Proficient in digital art software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Corel Painter and Procreate.
