The Andelino Atelier
A quiet studio where young artists grow through patience, experimentation, and steady guidance.
For more than two decades, students and families have trusted the mentorship of Jheng Marzan. What began as small art lessons taught in students’ homes has slowly grown into a dedicated studio space where young artists explore ideas, materials, and their own creative voice.
Many students remain in the studio for years, developing their artistic voice through sustained practice and mentorship.
Today, Andelino Art Studio continues that same spirit of personal guidance and thoughtful teaching, welcoming students who are preparing for International Baccalaureate Visual Arts (SL and HL) programs, as well as those who wish to seriously develop their artistic practice.
This studio is not simply a classroom.
It is a place where students learn to observe carefully, experiment bravely, and reflect deeply on their work.
Kenzo and Kian at work, student for 12 years. Kenzo is currently grade 10 at KSM, doing his early exploration in preparation to IB HL visual arts. While his brother Kian attends school at Lasalle College of the Arts Singapore.
Studio Practice
Art in the studio develops through sustained work and careful observation.
Students explore ideas through drawing, painting, sketchbooks, and material experimentation. Guidance is given individually, allowing each student to develop their own pace and direction.
Raia, ateneo, sketches her subjects using titanium white and a small brush. Art student for 13 years
Finished piece, oil on canvas, raia castillo.
A Studio Built on Trust
The story of Andelino Art Studio is inseparable from the families who have supported it since the very beginning.
Long before the studio had a dedicated space, Jheng Marzan visited students’ homes as a private tutor, guiding each child patiently through drawing, painting, and creative exploration. Word of his mentorship spread naturally, and a small community of young artists slowly began to form.
Through the trust and encouragement of these families, the studio grew into the creative, focused environment it is today. Many new students come because parents remember how Andelino helped their older children develop confidence, discipline, and a deep understanding of art.
Today, the studio stands as a reflection of over two decades of shared growth, mentorship, and trust a place where young artists are guided to explore, experiment, and develop their own creative voice.
Kaz, age 8. student for 14 years, now AAS lead Art Teacher for IB program.
Learning Through Process
At Andelino Art Studio, art is never taught as a set of shortcuts or formulas.
Students are guided through a thoughtful process of observation, experimentation, and reflection, learning to think like artists rather than simply producing finished pieces.
They are encouraged to:
explore a variety of materials and techniques
develop ideas through sketches, studies, and drafts
take creative risks and learn from mistakes
refine their work through thoughtful critique and discussion
This approach is especially vital for students preparing for International Baccalaureate Visual Arts (SL and HL), where artistic growth is measured not only by finished works but by the depth of experimentation, reflection, and idea development behind them.
In the studio, the focus is on understanding how ideas evolve, nurturing each student’s unique creative voice, and fostering the habits of sustained, independent artistic practice.
acrylic x inks, x oil paint, one of kaz explorations on mediums. she does art class for 6 hours once a week.
Kaz, giving pointers to Kenzo about the importance of doing things early, explorations, and how early documentations of practice pieces would help build a solid IB portfolio.
A Documentary of Student Growth
Over the years, Andelino Art Studio has become a living record of each student’s artistic journey.
Students arrive with curiosity and uncertainty. Through practice, experimentation, and patient guidance, they gradually develop confidence in their own creative voice.
Sketchbooks fill with studies. Ideas begin to connect. Concepts grow clearer. Each step builds on the last, forming a continuous path of discovery.
By the time students complete their IB Visual Arts (SL and HL) portfolios, their work reflects not only technical skill but also a deeper sense of identity, purpose, and creative direction.
Every artwork in the studio marks a moment in that journey a tangible testament to the growth, curiosity, and dedication that defines Andelino’s approach to art education.
If you deliberate practice sketch and study fundamentals 30 minutes per day, that's 182.5 hours in a year. Those hours will give you better result in art making. Photo is an oil sketch of raia castillo.
Andie, grade 9, BSM, working on her self portrait, watercolor. Andie is a beginner in human figure drawing and painting, current student for less than a year.
A Small Studio Community
Andelino Art Studio is intentionally kept small, ensuring that Jheng Marzan can work closely with each student, offering personalized guidance and thoughtful critique at every stage of their artistic development.
Within this intimate environment, students learn not only from their mentor but also from observing one another, exchanging ideas, and navigating the challenges of the creative process together.
Over time, these shared experiences foster a close-knit community of young artists one where students feel supported yet encouraged to develop their own voice, independence, and creative confidence.
Kaz, AAS lead art teacher, one of her IB process portfolio / oil on canvas / 48 x 48 inches.
Trissy, graduate of art history, portfolio preparations for arts students league New York. Current student, studying less than a year.
Continuing the Story
The story of Andelino Art Studio grows with each new generation of students.
Families who have supported the studio for many years often return with younger siblings, trusting the same patient mentorship and thoughtful guidance that nurtured their older children.
Each year, new students join this close-knit community, bringing fresh ideas, curiosity, and the courage to explore their own creative path.
For everyone who steps into the studio, Andelino becomes more than a place to learn art. It becomes a part of their artistic journey a space where creativity, growth, and confidence flourish over time.
Lee, grade 10, KSM, early drawing sketch for a study painting. Lee was also my art student during pandemic while I was helping her sister Pilar build her IB portfolio.
Join the Studio
Students preparing for International Baccalaureate Visual Arts (SL and HL), as well as those seeking a focused, thoughtful environment to explore their artistic practice, are warmly invited to inquire about studio sessions.
Families who value patience, experimentation, and sustained creative growth will discover a supportive, close-knit community at Andelino.
Step into the studio, and become part of the continuing story where each student’s journey is nurtured, celebrated, and guided toward artistic confidence and independence.
