studio policies
Terms & Conditions of Enrollment
REGISTRATION | TUITION PAYMENTS | CANCELLATIONS & ATTENDANCE
CODE OF CONDUCT | HEALTH & SAFETY GUIDELINES | OTHER POLICIES
CODE OF CONDUCT | HEALTH & SAFETY GUIDELINES | OTHER POLICIES
All students agree to adhere to the Studio Policies set forth by the Dutch Atelier of Realist Art (DARA) as a condition of their continued enrollment in any course or workshop offered in our studio.
registration
Admissions
Applications for any course are made online by completing a registration form. All information provided in the application must be accurate and up to date. DARA responds to all applications by email within 2 business days.
Registration is open to students of any nationality, race or ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age*, medical status, marital or civil status, religion, creed, or political affiliation. (*For students under age 18, the studio must have express permission from a parent or legal guardian in order to enroll.)
DARA reserves the right to refuse enrollment to any person deemed by the studio administration to be out of line with our stated mission and policies, insufficiently able to meet the expected requirements of the class, and/or disruptive to the studio and its attendees.
Once a course is fully booked, any subsequent applications will be placed on a waiting list in case a space becomes available.
Registration is open to students of any nationality, race or ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age*, medical status, marital or civil status, religion, creed, or political affiliation. (*For students under age 18, the studio must have express permission from a parent or legal guardian in order to enroll.)
DARA reserves the right to refuse enrollment to any person deemed by the studio administration to be out of line with our stated mission and policies, insufficiently able to meet the expected requirements of the class, and/or disruptive to the studio and its attendees.
Once a course is fully booked, any subsequent applications will be placed on a waiting list in case a space becomes available.
Application Requirements
Before applying, students should be certain that they agree with DARA's mission statement and will be able to regularly attend lessons. It is not possible to register for only part of a course, or to follow private lessons outside of the scheduled class hours. Students agree to bring the required materials necessary to participate in class.
English is the primary language used in all classes for group lectures and demonstrations. Basic fluency in the English language is therefore necessary in order to fully participate.
PART-TIME PROGRAMME
The following criteria is required for submitting an application:
WORKSHOPS
The following criteria is required for submitting an application:
English is the primary language used in all classes for group lectures and demonstrations. Basic fluency in the English language is therefore necessary in order to fully participate.
PART-TIME PROGRAMME
The following criteria is required for submitting an application:
- Student's full legal name (and preferred nickname, if applicable);
- Course selection;
- General skill level with specific drawing and painting media (graphite, charcoal, chalk, or oils);
- Level of experience working from life;
- Prior fine arts education the student has completed;
- A brief statement of the student's motivation for studying traditional realism;
- Which artists (contemporary or historical) most influence the student's work;
- Any relevant medical concerns the studio must be aware of (allergies, using a wheelchair, can't stand for long periods, etc.);
- Date of birth;
- Current address;
- Email address;
- Telephone number;
- Name and telephone number of the person who should be notified in case of an emergency;
- Agree / Disagree to give the studio permission to take photos & videos of the student and his or her work;
- For students under age 18: The studio must also have written permission from a parent or legal guardian for the student to enroll.
WORKSHOPS
The following criteria is required for submitting an application:
- Student's full legal name (and preferred nickname, if applicable);
- Course selection;
- General skill level with specific drawing and painting media (graphite, charcoal, chalk, or oils);
- Level of experience working from life;
- Dietary information the studio must accommodate when serving lunch;
- Any relevant medical concerns the studio must be aware of (allergies, using a wheelchair, can't stand for long periods, etc.);
- Date of birth;
- Current address;
- Email address;
- Telephone number;
- Name and telephone number of the person who should be notified in case of an emergency;
- Agree / Disagree to give the studio permission to take photos & videos of the student and his or her work;
- For students under age 18: The studio must also have written permission from a parent or legal guardian for the student to enroll.
Application Deadlines
PART-TIME PROGRAMME
Part-time classes are offered on a basis of 3-month trimesters during the Fall, Winter, and Spring.
Registration starts three months before the first day of the trimester, and ends one week before the first scheduled class. Once the trimester is in session, it is not possible to join a class in the middle of the term.
Registration is only open for one trimester at a time. First priority for early enrollment is given to current students and those who were waitlisted during the previous term.
WORKSHOPS
Workshops are offered year-round. Generally, workshops are announced between 6 to 12 months in advance. Registration is accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, and ends 1 week before the first scheduled class.
Part-time classes are offered on a basis of 3-month trimesters during the Fall, Winter, and Spring.
Registration starts three months before the first day of the trimester, and ends one week before the first scheduled class. Once the trimester is in session, it is not possible to join a class in the middle of the term.
Registration is only open for one trimester at a time. First priority for early enrollment is given to current students and those who were waitlisted during the previous term.
WORKSHOPS
Workshops are offered year-round. Generally, workshops are announced between 6 to 12 months in advance. Registration is accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, and ends 1 week before the first scheduled class.
Students Outside of the EU / EEA
The Netherlands is a member state of the Schengen Area. Students who reside outside of the European Union (EU) or the European Economic Area (EEA) may enter the Schengen Area for the purpose of study for a maximum of 90 days out of a 180-day period.
At this time, DARA is unable to sponsor study visas for longer periods.
More information about which countries' citizens require a travel visa can be found here.
It is the student's sole responsibility to determine if a Schengen Visa is required for travel, and to apply for/obtain the visa within a sufficient amount of time. DARA is not liable for the refund of tuition fees if students are denied a travel visa and/or fails to secure the visa in time to attend a course.
If a student must withdraw from a course due to failure to maintain a legal immigration status in the Netherlands, DARA is not liable for the refund of tuition fees.
At this time, DARA is unable to sponsor study visas for longer periods.
- If you are a citizen of a country that has signed a visa-free agreement with the Schengen Area member states: You do not need to obtain a Schengen Visa. Your valid national passport will allow free entry and travel within the Schengen Area for 90 days out of a 180-day period.
- If you are a citizen of a country that has not signed a visa-free agreement with the Schengen Area member states: You must obtain a short-term visa (in Dutch: visum kort verblijf, or VKV) before entering the Netherlands. You must apply for a VKV in your home country at the appropriate Dutch Embassy or Consular Office. Schools cannot apply for this type of visa on your behalf. However, DARA can provide a letter of support for you to submit alongside your visa application that certifies your enrollment in our studio.
More information about which countries' citizens require a travel visa can be found here.
It is the student's sole responsibility to determine if a Schengen Visa is required for travel, and to apply for/obtain the visa within a sufficient amount of time. DARA is not liable for the refund of tuition fees if students are denied a travel visa and/or fails to secure the visa in time to attend a course.
If a student must withdraw from a course due to failure to maintain a legal immigration status in the Netherlands, DARA is not liable for the refund of tuition fees.
tuition payments
Tuition Fees & Deadlines
Course tuition fees are always inclusive of model costs (when applicable), easels, and drawing boards. Any other materials are at the students' own expense, unless otherwise specified.
DARA is a vocational school recognized by the Centraal Register Kort Beroepsonderwijs (CRKBO), and our studio classes are therefore exempt from charging VAT (BTW.)
PAYMENT DEADLINES
Once a student has been accepted into a course, a deposit payment must be made within a specified time frame. If the deposit is not paid within this period, the student's registration is automatically cancelled.
If there are more than 4 weeks before the start of the trimester or course, the deposit is due within 14 days.
If there are fewer than 4 weeks before the start of the trimester or course, the deposit is due within 5 days.
The deposit can be made through the following options:
4 weeks before the start of the trimester or course:
By this date, students must have either signed up for the monthly installment plan, or settled any outstanding balance of course fees.
DARA is a vocational school recognized by the Centraal Register Kort Beroepsonderwijs (CRKBO), and our studio classes are therefore exempt from charging VAT (BTW.)
PAYMENT DEADLINES
Once a student has been accepted into a course, a deposit payment must be made within a specified time frame. If the deposit is not paid within this period, the student's registration is automatically cancelled.
If there are more than 4 weeks before the start of the trimester or course, the deposit is due within 14 days.
If there are fewer than 4 weeks before the start of the trimester or course, the deposit is due within 5 days.
The deposit can be made through the following options:
- Paying one half of the total course fee;
- Signing up for the monthly installment plan (this option applies for part-time courses only.)
4 weeks before the start of the trimester or course:
By this date, students must have either signed up for the monthly installment plan, or settled any outstanding balance of course fees.
Overdue Payments
DEPOSIT
If a deposit is not paid within the specified due date, the student's registration is automatically cancelled.
FOUR WEEKS BEFORE THE START OF THE WORKSHOP OR TRIMESTER
If the student has not settled the outstanding balance of course fees, or signed up for the monthly installment plan, by this date, the payment is considered overdue. The following policy applies:
If the course is full:
If the overdue payment is not settled within 5 business days, registration is cancelled and the space is offered to someone on the waiting list. The student is refunded.
If the course is not full:
If the overdue payment is not settled within 5 business days, a €10 late fee is added each week that the payment is overdue.
If a deposit is not paid within the specified due date, the student's registration is automatically cancelled.
FOUR WEEKS BEFORE THE START OF THE WORKSHOP OR TRIMESTER
If the student has not settled the outstanding balance of course fees, or signed up for the monthly installment plan, by this date, the payment is considered overdue. The following policy applies:
If the course is full:
If the overdue payment is not settled within 5 business days, registration is cancelled and the space is offered to someone on the waiting list. The student is refunded.
If the course is not full:
If the overdue payment is not settled within 5 business days, a €10 late fee is added each week that the payment is overdue.
Accepted Payment Methods
All fees are payable in EUR.
BANK TRANSFER
Payments can be transferred to DARA directly by bank:
Bank Name: Rabobank Haarlem
Beneficiary: Dutch Atelier of Realist Art
IBAN: NL04 RABO 0327 7614 31
SWIFT (BIC): RABONL2U
Branch Number: 3244
Bank Address: Dreef 40, 2012 HS Haarlem
PAYPAL
Payments can be transferred to our account registered under: [email protected]
CASH
Cash payments must be paid at a scheduled appointment in person. Do not mail cash.
CREDIT CARD / DEBIT or PIN / iDEAL
A secure link to pay online with a card or with iDEAL is available on every course page under the "Payments" tab. All online payments are processed through Paypal, and there is an additional 3,5% processing charge.
BANK TRANSFER
Payments can be transferred to DARA directly by bank:
Bank Name: Rabobank Haarlem
Beneficiary: Dutch Atelier of Realist Art
IBAN: NL04 RABO 0327 7614 31
SWIFT (BIC): RABONL2U
Branch Number: 3244
Bank Address: Dreef 40, 2012 HS Haarlem
PAYPAL
Payments can be transferred to our account registered under: [email protected]
CASH
Cash payments must be paid at a scheduled appointment in person. Do not mail cash.
CREDIT CARD / DEBIT or PIN / iDEAL
A secure link to pay online with a card or with iDEAL is available on every course page under the "Payments" tab. All online payments are processed through Paypal, and there is an additional 3,5% processing charge.
Monthly Installment Plan
Paying in monthly installments is only offered for students in DARA's Part-Time Programme. Students must sign up for the plan online using a credit card, debit card, or Paypal. We do not accept monthly cash payments/bank transfers.
The monthly installment plan automatically bills students every 30 days for the equivalent of one-third of the course fee (plus an additional 3,5% processing fee) for a total of three monthly payments. Payments are processed online through Paypal.
The first installment must be paid within 2 weeks of being accepted into a course. The option to sign up for the installment plan ends 4 weeks before the start of the trimester.
If a scheduled installment is not paid due to a lack of sufficient funds in the student's account:
If overdue payments are not settled within these deadlines, the student's registration will be cancelled. If the trimester is already in session, the student will be dismissed for the remainder of the term and will not be refunded.
The monthly installment plan automatically bills students every 30 days for the equivalent of one-third of the course fee (plus an additional 3,5% processing fee) for a total of three monthly payments. Payments are processed online through Paypal.
The first installment must be paid within 2 weeks of being accepted into a course. The option to sign up for the installment plan ends 4 weeks before the start of the trimester.
If a scheduled installment is not paid due to a lack of sufficient funds in the student's account:
- Before the trimester starts: the outstanding balance of course fees must be paid through another accepted payment method 4 weeks before the trimester begins. If this deadline already passed, then the outstanding balance must be settled within 5 business days.
- During the trimester: the outstanding balance of course fees must be paid through another accepted payment method within 5 business days.
If overdue payments are not settled within these deadlines, the student's registration will be cancelled. If the trimester is already in session, the student will be dismissed for the remainder of the term and will not be refunded.
Student Discount
The Student Discount applies to DARA's Part-Time Programme only, and does not apply for workshops.
DARA offers a 10% Student Discount off the cost of all part-time courses for students who meet at least one of the following qualifications:
To claim the discount, students must email a copy of a valid photo ID that includes his/her date of birth, or a current student card, to info@dutchartatelier before the start of the trimester. After the trimester has started, the Student Discount can no longer be claimed.
DARA offers a 10% Student Discount off the cost of all part-time courses for students who meet at least one of the following qualifications:
- the student is 21 years of age or younger;
- the student will also be enrolled in an accredited full-time university programme during the trimester.
To claim the discount, students must email a copy of a valid photo ID that includes his/her date of birth, or a current student card, to info@dutchartatelier before the start of the trimester. After the trimester has started, the Student Discount can no longer be claimed.
Funding for Creative Professionals & Freelancers
DARA students may be eligible for funding from Werktuig PPO (permanente professionele ontwikkeling, or “continuous professional development”) if the following criteria applies:
Businesses within the creative or cultural sectors are categorized by SBI code. The list of eligible SBI codes can be found here.
If you are eleigible for funding, Werktuig PPO finances one-third of the total cost of your professional training at DARA, with the remaining amount to be contributed by you or your employer. Werktuig PPO offers a maximum contribution of € 2000 in funds per 12 months.
To apply for funding, students can apply online at: https://werktuigppo.nl/
Applications must be submitted by students; DARA cannot apply on your behalf. Our studio is not affiliated with Werktuig PPO, and questions regarding this funding scheme should be emailed to [email protected]
- You are employed by a Dutch company or organization in the creative or cultural sector;
- You are a self-employed freelancer in the Netherlands in the creative or cultural sector.
Businesses within the creative or cultural sectors are categorized by SBI code. The list of eligible SBI codes can be found here.
If you are eleigible for funding, Werktuig PPO finances one-third of the total cost of your professional training at DARA, with the remaining amount to be contributed by you or your employer. Werktuig PPO offers a maximum contribution of € 2000 in funds per 12 months.
To apply for funding, students can apply online at: https://werktuigppo.nl/
Applications must be submitted by students; DARA cannot apply on your behalf. Our studio is not affiliated with Werktuig PPO, and questions regarding this funding scheme should be emailed to [email protected]
cancellation & attendance policies
Part-Time Programme
To cancel your registration, please send a written notice to [email protected]
TRANSFERS
Transfers (meaning: cancelling for the current trimester and keeping a space reserved for another term later in the future) are not permitted. Registration is only open for one trimester at a time.
CANCELLATIONS
Note: If the trimester has already started, then the student is still required to pay the total cost of services rendered (calculated by the number of lessons the student attended.) The remaining balance is refunded.
Refunds are processed within 7 days. DARA is only liable for the refund of tuition fees. The studio is not responsible for refunding the cost of the student's materials, visa application, travel bookings, or any of the student's other affiliated expenses.
TRANSFERS
Transfers (meaning: cancelling for the current trimester and keeping a space reserved for another term later in the future) are not permitted. Registration is only open for one trimester at a time.
CANCELLATIONS
- Full Refund
Note: If the trimester has already started, then the student is still required to pay the total cost of services rendered (calculated by the number of lessons the student attended.) The remaining balance is refunded.
- More than 60 days before the trimester:
- More than 30 days before the trimester:
- Fewer than 30 days before the trimester / After the trimester starts:
Refunds are processed within 7 days. DARA is only liable for the refund of tuition fees. The studio is not responsible for refunding the cost of the student's materials, visa application, travel bookings, or any of the student's other affiliated expenses.
Workshops
To cancel your registration, please send a written notice to [email protected]
TRANSFERS
Transferring to a different workshop is possible if there are more than 6 weeks before the start of the course in which you are currently registered.
If there are fewer than 6 weeks from the start of the workshop you originally signed up for, transfers are not permitted.
CANCELLATIONS
Note: If the workshop has already started, then students are still required to pay the total cost of services rendered (calculated by the number of lessons the student attended.) The remaining balance is refunded.
After this 14-day period, the workshop deposit is non-refundable.
Refunds are processed within 7 days. DARA is only liable for the refund of tuition fees. The studio is not responsible for refunding the cost of the student's materials, visa application, travel bookings, or any of the student's other affiliated expenses.
TRANSFERS
Transferring to a different workshop is possible if there are more than 6 weeks before the start of the course in which you are currently registered.
If there are fewer than 6 weeks from the start of the workshop you originally signed up for, transfers are not permitted.
CANCELLATIONS
- Full Refund
Note: If the workshop has already started, then students are still required to pay the total cost of services rendered (calculated by the number of lessons the student attended.) The remaining balance is refunded.
After this 14-day period, the workshop deposit is non-refundable.
- More than 60 days before the workshop:
- More than 30 days before the workshop:
- Fewer than 30 days before the workshop / After the workshop starts:
Refunds are processed within 7 days. DARA is only liable for the refund of tuition fees. The studio is not responsible for refunding the cost of the student's materials, visa application, travel bookings, or any of the student's other affiliated expenses.
Absences
PART-TIME PROGRAMME
If you know in advance that you will not be able to attend at least 80% of the trimester, please do not enroll.
Students who do not regularly attend lessons will not be able to follow the curriculum as intended. The studio reserves the right to refuse to re-admit students who show a repeated pattern of poor attendance into future trimesters.
Absences are not refunded. It is not possible to make up classes with the instructor outside of regularly scheduled class hours.
WORKSHOPS
Absences are not refunded. It is not possible to make up classes with the instructor privately, or to work at the studio outside of regularly scheduled lesson hours.
If you know in advance that you will not be able to attend at least 80% of the trimester, please do not enroll.
Students who do not regularly attend lessons will not be able to follow the curriculum as intended. The studio reserves the right to refuse to re-admit students who show a repeated pattern of poor attendance into future trimesters.
Absences are not refunded. It is not possible to make up classes with the instructor outside of regularly scheduled class hours.
WORKSHOPS
Absences are not refunded. It is not possible to make up classes with the instructor privately, or to work at the studio outside of regularly scheduled lesson hours.
Cancellations made by the studio
INSUFFICIENT ENROLLMENT
In the event that there are not enough students enrolled for the course to be able to run, registered students will be notified 60 days in advance of the start of the course. Students are offered the option of either receiving a full refund or transferring to a different course of their choosing (provided that space is available.)
CORONAVIRUS
If any COVID-19 restrictions are imposed by the Dutch central government that prevent us from giving a course as regularly scheduled, students will be notified immediately. If it is possible to postpone the course to a later date in the near future, we will do so.
In this event, students can opt to:
CANCELLING A SINGLE LESSON DURING THE COURSE
If the studio must cancel a single lesson in the middle of a course for any reason (for example, due to the instructor being ill), DARA will notify all students of the cancellation immediately by phone and email. Every effort will be made to schedule a make-up class at a time convenient for the majority of students.
DARA reserves the right to substitute instructors and/or models during a class if no other alternative is possible. Refunds are given if students are unable to attend the make-up lesson.
Refunds are processed within 7 days. DARA is only liable for the refund of tuition fees. The studio is not responsible for refunding the cost of the student's materials, visa application, travel bookings, or any of the student's other affiliated expenses.
In the event that there are not enough students enrolled for the course to be able to run, registered students will be notified 60 days in advance of the start of the course. Students are offered the option of either receiving a full refund or transferring to a different course of their choosing (provided that space is available.)
CORONAVIRUS
If any COVID-19 restrictions are imposed by the Dutch central government that prevent us from giving a course as regularly scheduled, students will be notified immediately. If it is possible to postpone the course to a later date in the near future, we will do so.
In this event, students can opt to:
- keep their space on hold to attend the course at a postponed date;
- transfer their enrollment to a different course (where spaces are available);
- receive a full refund.
CANCELLING A SINGLE LESSON DURING THE COURSE
If the studio must cancel a single lesson in the middle of a course for any reason (for example, due to the instructor being ill), DARA will notify all students of the cancellation immediately by phone and email. Every effort will be made to schedule a make-up class at a time convenient for the majority of students.
DARA reserves the right to substitute instructors and/or models during a class if no other alternative is possible. Refunds are given if students are unable to attend the make-up lesson.
Refunds are processed within 7 days. DARA is only liable for the refund of tuition fees. The studio is not responsible for refunding the cost of the student's materials, visa application, travel bookings, or any of the student's other affiliated expenses.
code of conduct
General Conduct Guidelines
Students are expected to maintain a professional working environment at all times by respecting themselves, fellow classmates, instructors, models, and guests, in accordance with the following policies:
- Students are expected to arrive to class on time and with the appropriate required materials.
- Students are expected to follow the instructions given in class.
- Cell phones should be switched off or silent during class hours. Headphones should be worn when listening to music.
- Each student has designated storage space at the studio to store supplies, personal belongings, drawings, and paintings for the duration of the course. All belongings must be taken home by the end of the trimester/workshop. A €7,50 per week storage fee is applied if any belongings are not taken home on time.
- Students should clean up after themselves and leave the studio in the same condition as they found it. Easels should be wiped down at the end of the class, trash & recycled waste should be disposed of in the correct bins, materials & works in progress should be properly stored, and any used cups and dishes should be brought into the kitchen.
- Students are welcome to use the kitchen as long as all appliances are cleaned after use. Any food kept in the refrigerator past its expiry date will be tossed.
- At the end of class, students should clean up and be ready to leave the studio in a timely and respectful manner.
Conduct Guidelines for Model Classes
The following behavioral guidelines apply during model classes:
- The instructor is responsible for setting the model's pose.
- If any adjustments to the pose need to be made, the instructor will direct the model with the students' input. Students should refrain from giving unprompted orders to the model.
- If you need to walk across the classroom, do not cross in front of the model stage while the model is posing.
- It's OK to approach a bit closer to see the model better, but do not invade the model's personal space.
- (When the model is posing nude) All classroom doors and curtains stay closed.
- (When the model is posing nude) Any students or other visitors present in the building who are not a part of the class are not permitted to enter the classroom while the model is posing.
- The models are not statues, and some minor changes in the pose from time to time are unavoidable.
- Absolutely no inflammatory behavior towards the models is tolerated, both on and off the studio premises. This includes derogatory or degrading remarks about a model's appearance, sexual harassment, or other abusive conduct. Violating this rule will result in the student's immediate dismissal from the class.
Conduct Guidelines for Photos & Videos
DARA instructors periodically take photos or videos during class, which are used to publish on our website, social media, and in promotional materials (flyers, posters, brochures, etc.)
DARA will not record any student or model who has not given their full express permission to be photographed/filmed. Students should likewise ask for permission to take photos or videos of work made by an instructor or by another student.
PORTRAIT MODELS
NUDE MODELS
DARA will not record any student or model who has not given their full express permission to be photographed/filmed. Students should likewise ask for permission to take photos or videos of work made by an instructor or by another student.
PORTRAIT MODELS
- Always ask the model for permission before taking a photo.
NUDE MODELS
- Absolutely no photos or videos of the model are allowed. No exceptions. Violating this rule will result in immediate dismissal from class.
- Always wait for a break in the pose before photographing your own work.
Prohibited Conduct
Disorderly conduct will result in dismissal from class and/or permanent expulsion from DARA. Tuition is not refunded in the event of an expulsion.
Prohibited conduct includes, but is not limited to, the following:
Prohibited conduct includes, but is not limited to, the following:
- Attending a course without paying the full tuition fee or adhering to the agreed upon payment plan.
- Any disruptive or disorderly behavior that prevents an instructor from conducting class.
- Refusal to comply with scheduled building/class hours.
- Refusal to maintain a clean working environment.
- Failure to observe appropriate safety guidelines. (See "Health & Safety Guidelines")
- Using materials within the DARA studio that are strictly prohibited for use. (See "Prohibited Materials")
- Entering the personal storage space of any other student or instructor.
- Taking photos/videos of another student or instructor, or their artwork, without obtaining express permission first. (See "Conduct Guidelines for Photos & Videos")
- Taking a photo or video of a model while he or she is posing nude. (See "Conduct Guidelines for Photos & Videos")
- Destruction or theft of property belonging to a student, instructor, model, or guest.
- Destruction of the studio space and its facilities. If a piece of furniture such as an easel is broken by accident, please notify an instructor immediately.
- Discrimination or harassment against a student, instructor, model, or guest based on nationality, race or ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, medical status, marital or civil status, citizenship status, religious beliefs, creed, or political affiliation.
- Verbal abuse towards a student, instructor, model, or guest. This includes the use of profanity, and racial or sexual slurs.
- Harassment or threats towards a student, instructor, model, or guest, both on or off the studio premises. This includes, but is not limited to, threats of physical violence, stalking, and sexual harassment.
- Physical violence against a student, instructor, model, or guest, both on or off the studio premises.
- Behavior that reflects poorly on the professional and ethical standards of DARA. This includes, but is not limited to, obscene, lewd, or indecent behavior on studio premises or on DARA's social media.
- Smoking or drug use inside studio premises. Working in the studio under the influence of illegal substances is prohibited.
- Consumption of alcoholic beverages in the studio during class hours.
- Preventing a student, instructor, model, or guest from exiting the building in the event of a fire or other emergency.
- Possession or use of a deadly weapon or explosives on DARA property.
health & safety guidelines
Prohibited Materials
The following materials are strictly prohibited for use within the DARA studio:
Gamsol is the correct solvent to bring to any painting course at DARA. If you are using another brand of odorless solvent, you must consult with the studio first.
Any jars of solvent must be covered with a lid at all times when it is not in use.
- Forbidden: Indoor use of spray fixative / spray varnish
- Forbidden: Most solvents (except Gamsol)
Gamsol is the correct solvent to bring to any painting course at DARA. If you are using another brand of odorless solvent, you must consult with the studio first.
Any jars of solvent must be covered with a lid at all times when it is not in use.
- Forbidden: Indoor use of dry powder pigments
Safety Guidelines for Toxic Paints
Oil paints that contain toxic metals such as lead, cadmium, cobalt, etc. are allowed in the studio, with the strict expectation that students will follow all required safety measures.
Why use toxic pigments at all? With correct use, pigments containing toxic metals can be used very safely by oil painters. They offer unique and superior qualities that cannot be sufficiently matched by any other pigment currently available.
The health hazards associated with using toxic pigments occur when the pigment has been ingested. Ingestion is not a considerable risk when working with paint from the tube, as long as appropriate safety precautions are followed:
While working with paints is relatively safe, ingestion of toxic pigments becomes a much greater concern when working with pigments in dry powder form, or when sanding down a layer of oil paint. This is forbidden inside the studio. (See "Prohibited Materials")
Why use toxic pigments at all? With correct use, pigments containing toxic metals can be used very safely by oil painters. They offer unique and superior qualities that cannot be sufficiently matched by any other pigment currently available.
The health hazards associated with using toxic pigments occur when the pigment has been ingested. Ingestion is not a considerable risk when working with paint from the tube, as long as appropriate safety precautions are followed:
- Wear protective gloves when handling paints that contain toxic pigments, especially if you are working with a solvent.
- Avoid touching your face, mouth, or eyes while painting.
- Avoid storing any food or drinks in close proximity to your paints.
- Clean up any spills right away with soap and hot water.
- Thoroughly wash your hands at the end of the painting session.
- Do not put your paintbrushes in your mouth.
- Do not put your oil paints in your mouth.
While working with paints is relatively safe, ingestion of toxic pigments becomes a much greater concern when working with pigments in dry powder form, or when sanding down a layer of oil paint. This is forbidden inside the studio. (See "Prohibited Materials")
Brush Cleaning & Waste Disposal
The following guidelines should be followed for brush cleaning and disposing of drawing or painting waste:
- Sharpen your pencils or charcoal over a trash bin, so that the dust goes directly into the bin.
- Use a damp paper towel to clean up any graphite or charcoal dust on your easel or table at the end of the class.
- Clean up any spills or paint stains immediately with soap and hot water.
- Rags or paper towels that are covered in oil paint, solvent, or other other mediums are disposed in a metal trash bin sealed with a lid.
- Never dump oil or solvents down the sink or in the toilet.
- Before cleaning your paintbrushes in the sink, remove as much paint as possible in a brushwasher or jar first.
- There is a designated sink for washing paintbrushes. Washing your brushes in any other sink in the studio is not allowed.
General Safety Guidelines
The following safety guidelines must be observed on the DARA studio premises:
- All studio rules pertaining to the safe usage of artist materials must be followed at all times.
- Artist materials should be labeled, stored properly, and not kept in close proximity to any food or drinks.
- Report any broken items or studio furniture to a DARA staff member immediately.
- Keep all exits clear and unobstructed in case of a fire or other emergency.
- Notify DARA administration immediately if your contact information changes, or the information for your emergency contact person changes.
other policies
Limitations of Liability
- In the event that a course is cancelled by DARA, the studio is only responsible for refunding the cost of tuition. DARA is not responsible for refunding the cost of artist supplies, travel bookings, travel fare, or any other personal expenses of the student associated with a cancelled class.
- It is the sole responsibility of students outside of the EU/EEA to determine if they need a travel visa to enter the Netherlands, and to obtain a visa within a sufficient amount of time to attend courses at DARA. If the student is unable to secure a visa, or fails to maintain a legal immigration status while in the Netherlands, DARA is not liable for the refund of tuition fees.
- The student's artwork, art supplies, and other personal belongings are solely the responsibility of the student at all times. DARA accepts no responsibility for the damage, loss, or theft of student property, except in cases where such loss is solely attributable to the misconduct of a DARA staff member.
- DARA is contractually obliged to store all students' art and belongings for the duration of the trimester and/or workshop only. If any belongings are not removed from the studio after the course ends, a storage fee of €7,50 per week is charged. If a student refuses to collect their items after a course has ended, DARA accepts no accountability for the loss of the student's art or belongings.
- All marketing materials are correct at the time of being published, however some corrections or alterations may occasionally be necessary for reasons beyond our control.
Complaints
Complaints regarding the behavior, action, or conduct of a member of DARA, or regarding an error, omission/incompleteness of information, or failure to comply with the rules and regulations set forth by DARA, are to be given in writing by email to: [email protected]
Complaints must be made in accordance with the following conditions:
A confirmation of receipt will be sent to complainants by email within 2 business days. All complaints are managed internally by DARA within 14 days of the confirmation of receipt, at which time the settlement of the complaint will be provided by email. Complainants who make a complaint verbally, through social media, or do not otherwise comply with the conditions outlined above will be notified to resubmit the complaint accordingly so that a settlement may be made. DARA is responsible for the fair treatment and strict confidentiality of all complaints in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
In the event that the complainant is unsatisfied with the settlement made by the DARA, or feels that his or her grievances have not been fully dealt with, the complaint can then be submitted in writing by email to the following Complaint Handler for the matter to be settled by an independent third party:
Connie Schouten, Agreable-Creatif
Lynbaanstraat 35
2032 PT Haarlem
+31 (0)6 43 23 0978
[email protected]
The Complaint Handler is responsible for ensuring the complaint is effectively settled in a manner that is fair to all involved parties, without influence or intervention on behalf of DARA. Complaints brought to the Complaint Handler will be settled in writing within four weeks; if the complaint cannot be settled in a satisfactory manner within this timeframe, a written notification will be sent to the complainant explaining the reason for delay and the expected date of resolution.
Upon reaching a settlement, the Complaint Handler will provide a verdict in writing to both the complainant and DARA administration, which will outline a description of the complaint, a judgement of how the matter is to be settled, including all measures that must be enacted for the matter to be appropriately resolved, and the reasons for the judgement. This verdict is binding, and DARA is responsible for enacting any measures set forth by the verdict immediately.
The Complaint Handler is under no obligation to settle any complaint that was not submitted in accordance with the conditions set forth above. A record of all complaints settled by DARA and by the Complaint Handler are kept by DARA for a period of 7 years.
Complaints must be made in accordance with the following conditions:
- Complaints must be written in the Dutch or English language.
- Complaints must contain the complainant’s full name, telephone number, email address, and the date the complaint was written.
- Complaints must provide a full description of the events and/or behaviors leading up to the formulation of the complaint.
A confirmation of receipt will be sent to complainants by email within 2 business days. All complaints are managed internally by DARA within 14 days of the confirmation of receipt, at which time the settlement of the complaint will be provided by email. Complainants who make a complaint verbally, through social media, or do not otherwise comply with the conditions outlined above will be notified to resubmit the complaint accordingly so that a settlement may be made. DARA is responsible for the fair treatment and strict confidentiality of all complaints in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
In the event that the complainant is unsatisfied with the settlement made by the DARA, or feels that his or her grievances have not been fully dealt with, the complaint can then be submitted in writing by email to the following Complaint Handler for the matter to be settled by an independent third party:
Connie Schouten, Agreable-Creatif
Lynbaanstraat 35
2032 PT Haarlem
+31 (0)6 43 23 0978
[email protected]
The Complaint Handler is responsible for ensuring the complaint is effectively settled in a manner that is fair to all involved parties, without influence or intervention on behalf of DARA. Complaints brought to the Complaint Handler will be settled in writing within four weeks; if the complaint cannot be settled in a satisfactory manner within this timeframe, a written notification will be sent to the complainant explaining the reason for delay and the expected date of resolution.
Upon reaching a settlement, the Complaint Handler will provide a verdict in writing to both the complainant and DARA administration, which will outline a description of the complaint, a judgement of how the matter is to be settled, including all measures that must be enacted for the matter to be appropriately resolved, and the reasons for the judgement. This verdict is binding, and DARA is responsible for enacting any measures set forth by the verdict immediately.
The Complaint Handler is under no obligation to settle any complaint that was not submitted in accordance with the conditions set forth above. A record of all complaints settled by DARA and by the Complaint Handler are kept by DARA for a period of 7 years.
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