Our mission

At TAM – Tonkinson Art Masters, our mission is to nurture each artist’s unique creative voice through the enduring craft of oil painting. We believe true artistic growth arises from the balance of personal freedom and technical mastery. Rooted in classical training and adapted to individual expression, our teaching empowers artists at every level to develop with confidence and purpose.

Inspired by the wild beauty of the Dutch landscape and the radiant light of South Africa, we cultivate an environment of attentiveness, curiosity, and respect—for both the creative process and the natural world that surrounds us. Our flexible, project-based approach allows artists to grow at their own rhythm, while our bi-annual exhibitions foster a sense of community and professional development.

At TAM, we are committed to sustainability—not only in materials, but in supporting a lifelong artistic practice that is grounded, expressive, and deeply connected to the world we live in