Meet the Founder of Mini Monets Debra Franses
Art direction for aspiring young and developing Artists
Mini Monets UK Fine Art School was Established in 2010 offering students ages of 4 to 18 an opportunity to gain knowledge and skills and grow in artistic confidence. DBS teachers deliver the unique program created by professional artist Debra Franses who lives in Amersham and oversees the teaching at the Art School.
BOOK SUMMER ART CLASSES NOW CHALFONT ST GILES
our super popular Saturday art school will now be available after school on a Wednesday in Saddlers Yard, our STUDIO has private parking.
BEGINNER COURSE 4.5-8 years
NEWBIES FOUNDATION STUDIO WEDNESDAY AFTER SCHOOL
want to have a little more time for yourself? our after-school classes are about to start as we take advantage of our beautiful studio. Ages 4.5 - 8 for keen young artists
Welcome to Newbie Studio, an after-school art club for young artists, every Wednesday from 3:45 PM – 5:00 PM in Chalfont St Giles. All materials are included! This class is perfect for those beginning their artistic journey, wanting to learn and build confidence!
Newbie Studio offers a creative space beyond the classroom, encouraging freedom, exploration, and new techniques. We focus on conceptual thinking, helping students understand their creative impulses on a deeper level. Join us to grow your skills, experiment with materials, and enjoy the freedom to create in a supportive, fun environment! Ages 4.5 – 10 welcome
FOR CHILDREN AGED 6-10
FOUNDATION
Experience the magic of a Mini Monets Art Class!
Come and experience your child’s first proper art class with Mini Monets for children aged 6-10 in our Chalfont St Giles Studio! Here they will learn to manipulate materials such as clay, mix paints and create beautiful artwork to take home every week. The children LOVE being in this gorgeous nurturing safe environment.
TRIAL A CLASS ages 9 - 15
AFICIONADO
Experience the magic of a Mini Monets Art Class!
Join our inspiring art sessions designed for older children who are ready to explore their creativity on a deeper level in our studio in Chalfont St Giles! In this engaging class, students will experiment with a variety of materials, from clay modeling to advanced painting techniques, while developing their artistic skills and confidence. A trial class is required to ensure a great fit, after which we will offer a place in the program. Our supportive and encouraging environment allows children to express themselves freely and create stunning artwork to bring home each week. Let them discover the joy of art in a space that nurtures imagination and creativity!
At Mini Monets Art School, we specialise in creating memorable, custom parties based on your child – whether it’s superheroes, unicorns, dinosaurs, intergalactic space missions, spray painting extravaganzas, flower crowns, or underwater adventures we can create a really fun arty party around it. When booking, tell us a little bit about what your child loves, and we’ll come up with creative ideas to make sure every guest leaves with something they’re proud of.Parties for 6+ are 2 hours long.
Our Pizza and Paint Parties are A GREAT addition to our offerings for your older teenagers – We can accommodate up to 15 here in the studio or at a venue of your choice.
Experience the joy of resin!
FABULOUS Resin Parties @ ARTBAG STUDIO Age 9+
Come and make Awesome Art projects in our charming studio in our new light bright art studio in Sadlers Yard Chalfont St. Giles. Private parking is available for clients at the studio and our purpose-built studio creates the perfect venue for up to 6 participants.
This is the home of Debra’s dedicated Artbag Studio.
Testimonials
What our clients are saying…
My daughter has been attending the Mini Monet weekly art classes for two years and she absolutely adores them. They create some incredible work and cover really interesting topics and study artists in detail. The classes are professionally run and the Mini Monets team is friendly and very encouraging to the children. Mini Monets have also been such a memorable part of our lockdown time this year, there was such an effort made to make sure the lessons happened whether on-site or on Zoom. My daughter calls the classes her “happy place” and is inspired each week to deliver a great piece of art.
My son has been attending Mini Monets weekend art classes and holiday clubs for the last 3/4 years and looks forward to it as a highlight of his week. Debra and Deborah are fantastic artists and mentors and the children never cease to amaze me at how they rise to and revel in the weekly challenges that are set. I feel truly lucky to have discovered Mini Monets and for my son to be able to be part of the community of young artists that it nurtures!
