Workshops Schedule

Our workshops are a warm, inclusive space for learning in a small group.

2 weeks of audio critiques + 3 hour live session

“I’ll be coming back for more workshops again and again. It’s a fantastic feature. I listen and reads the feedback you have directed to me as well as others. As a result I am learning so much.”

Get unstuck with our workshops!

So often we get stuck with an artwork. We know it’s not finished, but we don’t know what to do next. Sound familiar?

Most often we either 1) give up on the artwork or 2) try to figure it out on our own, which generally leads to banging our heads against the wall.

“There was much to be gained as Prof Lieu went thru each students drawings individually. All sorts of issues were covered that required consideration even though they didn’t pertain personally to me.

As I listened to the recording of the workshop I was able to place myself in the position of the student being analyzed and gain from the discussion. There was much to be gained and help me move forward.”

We’ll hold your hand in Discord

“Discord is new to me. Prof Lieu went out of her way to help set me up on the application ahead of the live session.

She answered my questions about the app and resolved technical issues promptly. As a result, the use of Discord went smoothly.“

Our workshops are held in Discord. If Discord is totally new to you, don’t worry! Learn more here.

Prof Lieu will hold your hand through every step of the way. You’ll plenty of support to get set up, and Prof Lieu will be there to answer all of your questions.

“Having your new vocal recordings along with the written transcripts is literally like having live classes every day during the two week feedback period.“

Our feedback is positive & encouraging

Often people equate getting feedback on their artwork as a negative experience that focuses only on what is bad.

That’s not the case at all! Ideally, feedback should get you energized about what to do next. Our feedback focuses on what to improve, but it’s also an encouraging, supportive experience.

Audio recordings + transcripts

When Prof Lieu provides feedback, you’ll receive an audio recording in our Discord + written transcript.

You can review this feedback any time during the 2 weeks, and it’s fun to listen to other students’ feedback too!

“Having your new vocal recordings along with the written transcripts is literally like having live classes every day during the two week feedback period.

I’ll be coming back for more workshops again and again. It’s a fantastic feature. I listen and reads the feedback you have directed to me as well as others. As a result I am learning so much.”

“I found that the resources were extremely detailed and I could prepare for the workshop beforehand (read the workshop guide and have a look at the presentation)

It was all so extremely detailed and well-prepared. You could see that you (and your team) put a lot of effort and time in everything. I am a sucker for good teaching materials and the quality of everything stood out.”

“The most valuable aspect was the one-on-one critiques given by Prof Lieu.

Secondly, witnessing the one-on-one feedback of other workshop members provided more opportunities to learn things that I have yet to face or consider.”

“A calm learning environment that encourages skill growth that helps the students individual needs, Prof Lieu is a amazing instructor and being able to use voice chat makes online learning worthwhile.”

“As a complete beginner, I felt very welcome and supported. The atmosphere in the group was warm and open, and that made it much easier to learn and ask questions.

Overall, it was a very motivating and encouraging experience. I’m really glad I had the chance to take part.”

Student Artwork

Collage & Mixed Media Workshop

I have done many workshops elsewhere and they weren’t live. I learned from them but something was missing something ‘feedback.’ I would get a ‘well done‘ or ‘that’s a compelling portrait.’

That does not help at all when you want to grow as an artist. Art Prof workshops are interactive. Prof Lieu gives feedback and resources to help . You don’t just learn from Prof Lieu, you learn from others as well.“

Composition & Thumbnails Workshop

Portraits: Expressionistic Color Workshop

“The workshop guide was great and well prepared. The site and resources were terrific, it’s so great to have the warm-up videos and reference photos before the event to get prepared. The video of the example class was really useful for setting expectations.“

“The collaborative energy during the workshop made for a great experience! Seeing what others are working on and seeing the changes implemented in their work is always interesting.

I find I learn a little bit every time I watch other people in the Art Prof community work on their projects. The on the go feedback from Prof Lieu was awesome too—it helped me make changes that improved my piece, ones I might not have seen if I’d been working alone!”

Printmaking Workshop

Art by Nikki

“The most valuable things I got from the workshop were listening to all the feedback for all the other people, but most of all when Prof Lieu drew lines on my figure drawings.

She explained that using the lines to get the flow of the gesture, to draw lightly and then fill in later.”

Gouache Workshop

Art by Angie

“We received genuine feedback, rather than all of us being given the same general tips, Prof Lieu gave us tips individually on how to improve.”

Figure Drawing Workshop

“Fabulous feedback from Prof Lieu as I was going along. This taught me and helped make this piece recognizable!

It is amazing to see the evolution of other students work in real time. So much learning also from each other.”

Flowers Workshop

“Prof Lieu’s specific and encouraging advice when it came to different stages of my painting was invaluable!

At her suggestion, I took the plunge and added alizarin crimson to my shadows (in a very blue and green painting) and I’m so glad I did—it really added the tangible sense of depth I was missing before.”