Table of Contents for Learn & Create

Index Curriculums  Fundamentals  Anatomy  Brainstorming  Color  Composition  Critiques – How to  Elements of Art Lighting  Perspective  Photography Sketchbooks Index of Tutorials by Media Index of Tutorials by Topic Curriculums for Self-Taught Artists Fundamentals Anatomy Brainstorming Color Composition Critiques – How to Elements of Art Lighting Perspective Photography Sketchbooks

Table of Contents for Tutorials by Topic

Index Abstraction  Animals  Character Design  Figure  Illustration  Landscape  Portrait  Still Life Travel Abstraction Animals Character Design Figure  Illustration  Landscape  Portrait  Still Life Travel

Table of Contents for Tutorials by Medium

Index 3D  Animation  Collage  Comics  Digital  Drawing  Painting  Printmaking  3D  Animation  Collage  Comics  Digital  Drawing  Painting  Printmaking 

Table of Contents for Resources

A comprehensive list of useful art resources.

Table of Contents for Pro Development

Index Artist Wellness Artistic Process Business & Selling Careers Copyright Critiques Discussion Promotion

Nov 2025: Hats

Art Dare Prompt Inspiration Art Dare Leap Get started! Submissions close on Sunday, Nov 30 @ 11:59pm EST Submit Choose 1 of these 2 options below. Discord See the pinned messages in the #art-dares channel for instructions. Google Form Use our Google form We lovesharing your artworks on Instagram! Tag us [art.prof] in an Instagram […]

15 Art School Portfolio Prompts

Here are 15 creative prompts you can use to get going with your art school portfolio. Approach these prompts as a starting point that you can develop so that it matches your personal interests and narratives. Have fun changing up the media, or completely shifting to a different subject. Wherever you end up is wonderful. […]

Workshop Resources: Night Scenes

You’ll find resources and information art supplies for this workshop here. Some people like to brush up on your skills and prep in advance of the live session. This is optional, you can show up to the live session without looking at these resources. There is an *asterix near resources that I think are the […]

Oct 2025: Haunted Houses

Art Dare Prompt Inspiration Art Dare Leap Get started! Submissions close on Friday, Oct 31 @ 11:59pm EST Submit Choose 1 of these 2 options below. Discord See the pinned messages in the #art-dares channel for instructions. Google Form Use our Google form We lovesharing your artworks on Instagram! Tag us [art.prof] in an Instagram […]

Aug 2025 Winners

Prize Winner Fiona Johnston “I’ve always loved octopi. This image was created using procreate and involved the use of many canvas to allow for more details. I had fun playing with the bright colors of ocean life.” Honorable Mention Zoe Craig Glo-Fish at the Pet Store6×6 inches, acrylic on canvas I always loved the glo-fish […]

Workshop Resources: Portraits, Flesh Colors

You’ll find resources and information art supplies for this workshop here. Some people like to brush up on your skills and prep in advance of the live session. This is optional, you can show up to the live session without looking at these resources. There is an *asterix near resources that I think are the […]

Workshop Resources: Figures in Motion

You’ll find resources and information art supplies for this workshop here. Some people like to brush up on your skills and prep in advance of the live session. This is optional, you can show up to the live session without looking at these resources. There is an *asterix near resources that I think are the […]

Video Production & Social Media Services

With over 26 million views on YouTube, Art Prof is a leading video and social media platform for education and creativity. We know how to highlight your passion, authenticity, and strengths through dynamic video production to build a vibrant social media presence. Why us? Clara Lieu is the founder of Art Prof, a new form […]

July 2025 Winners

Prize Winner Courtenay Pogue “I learned so much working on this art dare. Packaging self sticking tape does not hold well and 2 inches is smaller than I thought. This project involved learning the details of making envelopes, packages, matches and match boxes by viewing how the original items are constructed. Materials are recycled junk […]

Art School Admissions Bundle

Are you truly ready for early action… or not? Many applicants assume applying early increases their chances of admission, but that’s not the case. Four more months to develop your portfolio is a huge difference, and applying early with a weak portfolio is never a good idea. Find out fast if your portfolio isn’t ready […]

Sept 2025: Smash & Crush

Art Dare Prompt Inspiration Art Dare Leap Get started! Submissions close on Tuesday, Sept 30 @ 11:59pm EST Submit Choose 1 of these 2 options below. Discord See the pinned messages in the #art-dares channel for instructions. Google Form Use our Google form We lovesharing your artworks on Instagram! Tag us [art.prof] in an Instagram […]

Aug 2025: Water

Art Dare Prompt Inspiration Art Dare Leap Get started! Submissions close on Sunday, August 31 @ 11:59pm EST Submit Choose 1 of these 2 options below. Discord See the pinned messages in the #art-dares channel for instructions. Google Form Use our Google form We lovesharing your artworks on Instagram! Tag us [art.prof] in an Instagram […]

June 2025 Winners

Prize Winner Marie Hinch It was an enjoyable challenge to try to show the different textures and make it look appetizing. In the first one I wanted to show a welcoming atmosphere so I included the flowers that were on the table. Then I thought I would focus more on the food so did more […]

July 2025: Tiny Art

Art Dare Prompt Inspiration Art Dare Leap Get started! Submissions close on Mon, June 30 @ 11:59pm EST Submit Choose 1 of these 2 options below. Discord See the pinned messages in the #art-dares channel for instructions. Google Form Use our Google form We lovesharing your artworks on Instagram! Tag us [art.prof] in an Instagram […]

April 2025 Winners

See the results of the April 2025 Art Dare: Drawing with Scissors. Prize Winner Marie Etienne For this art dare I experimented with solid color construction paper, tissue paper, toilette tissue, aluminum foil, mod podge and scissors. Basically, I used things I had around the house. The image represents the sun’s rays reflected on the […]

June 2025: Breakfast

Art Dare Prompt Inspiration Art Dare Leap Get started! Submissions close on Mon, June 30 @ 11:59pm EST Submit Choose 1 of these 2 options below. Discord See the pinned messages in the #art-dares channel for instructions. Google Form Use our Google form We do love sharing your artworks! Tag us [art.prof] in your post, […]

Welcome to Art Prof Workshops!

I’m so pleased to work with you in a focused learning environment and hope you will find the experience to be enriching and supportive. This page is a reference to help you get ready for the workshop. Always feel free to email me or tag me in the the Discord if you have any questions. […]

Art Club: Join Discord

Let’s get you settled into Discord to start! Select from annual or monthly below, for step by step instructions. *For FEAST monthly, click on ANNUAL above. Annual Membership *FEAST monthly is done here Watch this video, and you can also follow the instructions below. If you are already in our Discord, you can skip to […]

Art Club Video Library

Table of Contents Draw Alongs ~ Process ~ Wellness Pro Development ~ Art Supplies Paint Alongs Draw Alongs Process Pro Development Wellness Art Supplies Paint Alongs

Art Club Tour

Note: this page is still under construction, but there is still plenty to look at! This guide will walk you through, step by step how activities in Art Club work. Table of Contents 1 on 1 Call I’ll get you started with a 30 min., 1 on 1 call. We can chat about anything you […]

Welcome to Art Club!

I’m so glad you’re joined our lovely community of artists. Art Club is a fun, lively learning space where you’ll be supported and encouraged in a positive manner. To get started, please read this entire page and then we can begin the onboarding process with step by step instructions. Table of Contents Contact ~ Activities […]

Feb 2025 Winners

This video shows the results of the Feb 2025 Art Dare: Fruits and Vegetables. Prize Winner Butter Wilde “This series of vegetable prints evolved from my exploration of using different media as an underpainting for soft pastel. I found that water mixable oil paint grips onto soft pastel powder beautifully. The veggie images were mostly […]

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March 2025 Winners

This video shows the results of the March 2025 Art Dare: Expressive Drawing. Discussion led by Art Prof Clara Lieu and Teaching Artist Jordan McCracken-Foster. Prize Winner Dana B. “Before I found you, I was stumbling along looking at a multitude of how to videos. I have mostly been doing realistic art but one day […]

May 2025: Gnomes, Elves, Fairies, Trolls

Art Dare Prompt Inspiration Illustrators Books Art Dare Leap Get started! Submissions close on Sat, May 31 @ 11:59pm EST Submit Choose 1 of these 2 options below. We are no longer accepting submissions via Instagram.We do love sharing your artworks! Tag us [art.prof] in your post, or in your Instagram Story. Discord See the […]

Art Club Schedule

Discord Events We post event links in the news channels the day before. Click INTERESTED to get a notification in your time zone, inside Discord.

Art Club Activities

Activities “Instead of searching for and watching endless videos that don’t contain that nugget of information you’re needing, you’ll get a lively discussion amongst a diverse group of artists who offer all sorts of suggestions that you never dreamed of.” Get accurate info from professionals Most artists don’t know professional artists they can speak with, […]

Workshop: Open Pro Development

In this 2 week workshop, you’ll get support and provide accurate, up to date information on any aspect of your artistic practice you would like to develop in any art field. Topics can include galleries, selling/pricing your art, merch, careers, teaching, social media, and more. Workshop Overview Sample Live Session “Getting feedback while you are […]

Workshop: Instagram for Artists

In this 2 week workshop, we’ll help you create a strategy for Instagram. Topics will include engagement with your audience, reels, how to get great photos and video, and make your Instagram true to your artistic practice. Workshop Overview Sample Live Session “Getting feedback while you are working is invaluable. Professor Lieu also provided custom […]

Workshop: Gelli Stencils

This 2 week workshop is a chance to explore stencils in printmaking using gelli plates. We’ll discuss techniques for layering stencils and colors to create dynamic shapes in composition. Workshop Overview Sample Live Session “Getting feedback while you are working is invaluable. Professor Lieu also provided custom references to the extensive video library at Art […]

Workshop: Figure Drawing in Color

This 2 week workshop is a chance to explore how to create flesh tones for figures that are vibrant and luminous, while articulating convincing figurative forms. Workshop Overview Sample Live Session “Getting feedback while you are working is invaluable. Professor Lieu also provided custom references to the extensive video library at Art Prof. I got […]

Workshop: Eyes

In this 2 week workshop, we will explore eyes as a subject for great narrative potential as well as understanding the anatomical structures to create compelling forms. Workshop Overview Sample Live Session “Getting feedback while you are working is invaluable. Professor Lieu also provided custom references to the extensive video library at Art Prof. I […]