What goes into writing a compelling art prompt for art students ? An effective prompt is surprisingly tough to design! This workshop will cover how to develop an idea for an art prompt into a concrete, structured lesson that still provides plenty of room spontaneity for both teachers and students. “Fabulous feedback from Prof Lieu […]
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Learn drawing techniques for how you can capture the immense range of expressive gestures our furry friends are capable of! We will discuss ways to show movement in a drawing while also articulating textures and structure within a cat. A few spots left! To Register We will continue to accept enrollment until either 1) the […]
Explore the vast range of facial expressions with figure sculpture techniques in clay. Learn sculpture techniques for achieving diverse forms and marks in clay while articulating forms in the facial features. “I felt like this workshop really allowed you to dive in and not be afraid of potentially making ‘bad art.’ I also think that […]
Gelli plates are a terrific printmaking media for quick, spontaneous experiments in texture, shape, and color. This workshop is a chance to push your creative boundaries with printmaking. Explore the incredible range a gelli plate is capable of with support and technique suggestions! A few spots left! To Register We will continue to accept enrollment […]
Learn the nuts and bolts on what you need to do to be monetized on YouTube, and how you can continue to grow. YouTube is a great platform for artists that can be overwhelming at first, we’ll provide you with specific actions you can take in order to find your audience. “Fabulous feedback from Prof […]
If you’re frustrated with selling your art, this workshop will help pinpoint what aspects of selling you can improve upon. We take a comprehensive look at your selling approach and give concrete suggestions for actions you can take to make changes. “Fabulous feedback from Prof Lieu as I was going along. This taught me and […]
Learn techniques for how to capture a sense of convincing mass, skeletal structure, and muscles to articulate a torso. This workshop is a chance for you to explore the human form using a range of mark making techniques with an anatomical foundation. “I felt like this workshop really allowed you to dive in and not […]
Learn ways you can visually interpret nature through watercolor in this workshop through gesture, texture, layers, and more. We’ll cover how to capture the personality of nature scenes and objects with watercolor in a manner that is compelling and fulfills your goals as an artist. A few spots left! To Register We will continue to […]
Learn how to organize your finances for all aspects of doing business as an artist. Topics we will discuss include setting up automatic payments, what platforms to use, sales tax, schedule C, how communicate your prices online, and more. Note: Prof Lieu is not an accountant or professional financial advisor. Please contact a professional accountant […]
Learn about how you can translate your art into creative merch. See what merch formats are the best fit for your art, and how you can adjust or plan in advance how to streamline the process. “Fabulous feedback from Prof Lieu as I was going along. This taught me and helped make this piece recognizable! […]
Experiment in this workshop with techniques in abstract drawing and painting to create compelling images. We’ll cover how spice up your media and tools, and the thinking process that comes with working in abstraction. “I love the feedback from the instructor and classmates. It’s so much fun to be able to interact and socialize while […]
Experiment in this workshop with collage and diverse mixed media techniques. We’ll cover how to get shapes, textures, and colors to interact into a cohesive composition using a broad range of materials. Tricia Campbell, M. Tordy, Mari, Ana A. Wieder-Blank, Michelle D., Julie R., Arielle Finberg, Jennifer Lynne “We received genuine feedback, rather than all […]
In this workshop, you’ll learn strategies for how to create compelling compositions in your artwork. M. Tordy, Arielle Finberg, Helen Cook, Lisa Hufstetler, Kimbi, Michael, Attagirl, Christine, Crispy, Erica, Ginger Composition is a fundamental skill which is critical in every type of artwork. You’ll get hands on practice on how to approach sketching thumbnails to […]
This 1 day workshop will provide what you need to do to price your artwork within different contexts: selling online, at an art fair, at a gallery, and more. Topics we will discuss include what factors to consider when pricing, how to clearly communicate with your audience, ways to process payment, and more. “Fabulous feedback […]
This workshop is a chance to create portraits with bold, vibrant colors that show a wide range of emotions. Learn drawing techniques in color to establish diverse moods in your portraits. Arielle Finberg, Sara, JenK, Helen Cook, Lisa Hufstetler, VAV, Tal E., Kaitlin Wilfing, Manette, Julie R Enrollment is currently closed Sign up for our […]
Proportions when drawing the figure can be important to creating compelling figurative art. Julie R., Vanessa E., Tricia Campbell, Michael E., Marlene, A. Biglen, Ana A. Wieder-Blank, Darragh, Melissa This is an opportunity to gain concrete skills and strategies for achieving believable proportions in your figure drawings. Enrollment is currently closed Sign up for our […]
Learn ways you can create illustrations using mushroom images to invent fantasy landscapes, characters, and more. This workshop is a chance to learn how transform the raw visuals of reference photos into your own imaginary places. Enrollment is currently closed Sign up for our email list to get Premium Workshop notifications. “Fabulous feedback from Prof Lieu […]
Learn how to capture the breadth of textures and colors seen in a range of cloud landscapes. This workshop will cover how to create convincing depth and atmosphere in a landscape images through mark making and layering. Enrollment is currently closed Sign up for our email list to get Premium Workshop notifications. “The real-time feedback and […]
Learn how to create sumptuous textures, colors, and gooey, enticing portraits of desserts. Jen K., Michael E., Crispy, Arielle, Mecky, Vanessa This workshop will cover how to capture the lusciousness of desserts in an artwork. Enrollment is currently closed Sign up for our email list to get Premium Workshop notifications. “The real-time feedback and sense of […]
This 1 day workshop will provide important information on how to go about creating artworks for commissions. Topics we will discuss include setting prices, how to present commissions on your website and social media, ways to process payment, communication with clients, and ways to protect yourself in difficult situations. Whether you are thinking of doing […]
The photos you shoot for social media are the most critical part of having an effective online presence that represents your studio practice. In this workshop, you’ll get customized feedback on your social media photos, and learn how to tweak your process to create content that is engaging to your audience. We’ll address how to […]
This 1 day workshop will focus on how to start and/or maintain an cohesive artist website that will establish an effective online presence. Topics we will discuss include usability, creating a menu bar that represents your studio practice, how to organize images and text within pages, and how to maintain your website long term in […]
Video shorts are now the most effective way to gain new viewers across all social media platforms. In this workshop, you’ll get feedback and customized advice on your video shorts. Or, if you are new to video shorts, we can review your artwork and provide recommendations for how to move forward. We’ll address how to […]
Learn how to create a sense of gesture and movement in 2- 10 min. drawings of hands and feet. We will focus on how to translate the essential structures of the hands and feet into gesture drawing. Enrollment is currently closed Sign up for our email list to get Premium Workshop notifications. “The real-time feedback and […]
This 1 day workshop is a chance to learn techniques for capturing a sense of gesture and movement in 2- 10 min. figure drawings. Lionel Comeau, Drew Bruce, Jason Cobill, Nyree B., Mecky, Robin X., Tal E., Sanja Manakoski, Amanda N., Crosby M., Crispy Enrollment is currently closed Sign up for our email list to get […]
Our one day workshops are a chance to work closely with Prof Lieu in real time. Our workshops are a safe, inclusive learning environment for all artists to get personalized feedback that will serve your needs. Watch Sample Workshops We meet students where they are at in these workshops, whether you are an absolute beginner or […]
This 1 day workshop is a chance to get substantial, focused drawing practice. Wadalafer, Simpletriskell, Ashley Tanelle, Lisa H., Crissie, Emily, Tamara Miller You’ll learn about ways to quickly establish a convincing structure in the human face while capturing compelling facial expressions that convey emotion and depth. Watch a Sample Workshop Enrollment is currently closed […]