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Triadic color scheme

Triadic Color Schemes

Brent Watkinson explains how the Triadic Color Scheme is one of the most powerful color palettes in the color wheel and a great implement for making images.

Loose illustration by artist Delacroix

The Art of Loose Drawing

Bill Koeb unpacks the art of drawing loosely, or loose sketches, a feeling of fluidity, a sense of overall form and shape, and evidence of the motion of the artist's body when they put lines to paper.

3d model art reference tool of statue

The Future of Reference for the Modern Illustrator

Francis Vallejo takes an in-depth look at how reference for artists will evolve over the coming years from 3D model art reference to AR tools.

Figure studies of character design by Jon Neimeister

Principles of Character Design

Concept art is the latest frontier in the evolution of visual arts. With the rapid advancement of digital technology, it's never been easier to create imaginary worlds that feel stunningly real.

Acrylic Paint Sets tested for Cassandra Kim's paint test

Cassandra Loomis Kim

A Roundup to Find the Best Acrylic Paints

Cassandra Kim rounded up some of the most popular acrylic paint sets to put them to the test and determine the best buy for most artists.

Lisa Cyr Mixed Media Painting

Exploring Mixed-Media Painting Techniques

See how mixed-media painting can speak to your ability beyond limits & boundaries in this post by award-winning fine artist, Lisa L. Cyr.

Jimi Hendrix painting illustration by comic book artist, Bill Sienkiewicz

Bill Sienkiewicz

The Visual Dichotomy of Comic Book Artist Bill Sienkiewicz

Bill Koeb explores and elaborates on the influential and groundbreaking artwork of iconic comic book artist, Bill Sienkiewicz.

I checked the ink along the way see see how dark the walnut ink was getting, you can see its progress here, as well as the jars I used for storing my ink.

How to Make Walnut Ink at Home

This DIY ink making walkthrough by Cassandra Kim is a step-by-step tutorial on making a unique drawing ink simply using walnuts.

Furiosa fan art by illustrator, Doug Bell

Illustration Isolation, Episode 79: Drawing Mad Max with John English, Raymond Bonilla, Cassandra Loomis Kim, & Terry Brown

Join illustrators, painters, and art directors Cassandra Loomis Kim, Raymond Bonilla, John English, and Terry Brown as we draw Mad Max.

Other Workshops & Courses Now Enrolling

Children's Books

Illustrating Your First Children's Book

Instructor: Adam Gustavson

Illustration

Workshop

All Skill Levels

A comprehensive, hands-on guide to creating your first children’s book.

Length: 5 weeks

Art of Crowdfunding

The Art of Crowdfunding

Instructor: Ashly Lovett

Workshop

All Skill Levels

A hands-on guide to planning and launching a successful crowdfunding campaign

Length: 4 weeks

Figure Drawing

Figure Drawing

Instructor: John English

Illustration

Workshop

All Skill Levels

Learn and master the steps to drawing the human form with confidence, skill, & expression

Length: 4 Weeks

Sketchbook

Sketchbook: Finding Your Voice

Instructor: Sterling Hundley

Illustration

Workshop

All Skill Levels

Strap your sketchbook to a rocket—bring ideas to life & discover your artistic voice.

Length: 5 weeks

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Art of the Cover

Art of the Cover

Instructor: Edward Kinsella

Illustration

Workshop

All Skill Levels

Design & illustrate impactful cover art for films, posters, books, and albums

Length: 5 weeks

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Process: Skill & Craft

Process: Skill & Craft

Instructor: Adam Gustavson

Illustration

Mentorship

Beginner

Establish fundamental skills for advanced drawing and painting techniques for various visual arts industries.

Length: 10 weeks

Ideation & Visual Storytelling

Ashly Lovett painting for the movie Dark Crystal

Ideation & Visual Storytelling

Instructor: Ashly Lovett

Illustration

Mentorship

intermediate

Develop a process for creating compelling and engaging original stories, a critical component of visual narrative.

Length: 10 Weeks

Portfolio Development

Keith Richards drawing portrait

Portfolio & Career for Illustration

Instructors: Dale Stephanos & John English

Illustration

Mentorship

Advanced

Build your portfolio, identify your dream illustration clients, and pursue a career doing what you love.

Length: 10 Weeks

Skill & Style for Fine

Keith Richards drawing portrait

Skill & Style for Fine Arts

Instructors: Ray Bonilla, Cassandra Kim, & John English

Gallery Arts

Mentorship

Beginner

Equip yourself with tools and skills to build a career and thrive as a working fine artist.

Length: 10 Weeks

Developing Voice for Fine Arts

Keith Richards drawing portrait

Developing Voice for Fine Arts

Instructors: Ray Bonilla, Cassandra Kim, & John English

Gallery Arts

Mentorship

Intermediate

Equip yourself with tools and skills to build a career and thrive as a working fine artist.

Length: 10 Weeks

Career Development for Fine Arts

Keith Richards drawing portrait

Career Development for Gallery Representation

Instructors: Ray Bonilla, Cassandra Kim, & John English

Gallery Arts

Mentorship

Advanced

Networking opportunities, finding gallery representation, and learning how to sell your art is the backbone of this course.

Length: 10 Weeks

Illustration Program

Keith Richards drawing portrait

Illustration Program

Instructors: Adam Gustavson, Ashly Lovett, John English, Dale Stephanos, and more.

Program

Mentorship

All Skill Levels

Networking opportunities, finding gallery representation, and learning how to sell your art is the backbone of this course.

Length: 3 courses, 10 weeks each

Fine Arts Program

Keith Richards drawing portrait

Fine Arts & Gallery Program

Instructors: Raymond Bonilla, Cassandra Kim, & John English

Program

Mentorship

All Skill Levels

Networking opportunities, finding gallery representation, and learning how to sell your art is the backbone of this course.

Length: 3 courses, 10 weeks each

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