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DRAWING FOUNDATIONS CLASS

Online Art Program

Drawing Foundations

Grow your creative thinking and drawing skills by exploring a variety of drawing mediums, techniques, and styles. Lessons are based on the elements of art and principles of design.

A sneak peek into our weekly live online Drawing Foundations class.

Online Art Class Details

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🟩 Drawing Foundations (Level 1)

🍂  FALL CLASS (Level 1)


Sat 10:00 - 11:30am ET | Sep 6 - Dec 20, 2025


  • Sep 06: Self Portrait Starter Pack

  • Sep 13: Stylized Animals from Photos

  • Sep 20: Themed Stamp Illustration

  • Sep 27: Inside the Shop One Point Perspective (Part 1)

  • Oct 04: Inside the Shop One Point Perspective (Part 2)

  • Oct 11: No Class

  • Oct 18: Cubes and Textures

  • Oct 25: Open Book Illustration

  • Nov 01: Positive & Negative pace Outfit Design

  • Nov 08: Seasonal Animal Character

  • Nov 15: How to Draw Hands

  • Nov 22: Magical Hands Illustration

  • Nov 29: Realistic Still Life

  • Dec 06: Exploring Facial Features

  • Dec 13: Art Nouveau Storyteller's Scene (Part 1)

  • Dec 20: Art Nouveau Storyteller's Scene (Part 2)



WINTER CLASS (Level 1)


Sat 10:00 - 11:30am ET | Jan 3 - Mar 14, 2026


  • Jan 03: Contrasting Worlds

  • Jan 10: Stylized Animals & Fun Poses

  • Jan 17: Stylized People from Photos

  • Jan 24: Isometric Space [Part 1]

  • Jan 31: Isometric Space [Part 2]

  • Feb 07: Vehicle Evolution Studies

  • Feb 14: No Class

  • Feb 21: 3D Illustrated House [Part 1]

  • Feb 28: 3D Illustrated House [Part 2]

  • Mar 07: Robotic Animals

  • Mar 14: Dynamic Pose Hero Design



➡️ Pricing & Registration

🟨 Drawing Foundations (Level 2)

🍂  FALL CLASSES (Level 2)


Tue 1:00 - 2:30pm ET | Sep 9 - Dec 23, 2025


  • Sep 09: Object Simplification - Everyday Ordinary Objects

  • Sep 16: Drawing Human Bodies - Proportions

  • Sep 23: Drawing Bodies in Movement - Gesture & Rhythm

  • Sep 30: Shading Techniques

  • Oct 07: Hand Study with Pencil Crayon

  • Oct 14: Facial Proportions & Head Angles

  • Oct 21: Profile Angle Portraiture

  • Oct 28: Drawing Hybrid Creatures

  • Nov 04: Turning Objects into Vehicles

  • Nov 11: Drawing Landscapes (Part 1)

  • Nov 18: Drawing Landscapes (Part 2)

  • Nov 25: Color Style Study: James Jean

  • Dec 02: Arctic Animal in Movement

  • Dec 09: Book Cover Illustration (Part 1)

  • Dec 16: Book Cover Illustration (Part 2)

  • Dec 23: Conceptual Art: Style Study



WINTER CLASS (Level 2)


Tue 1:00 - 2:30pm ET | Jan 6 - Mar 17, 2026


  • Jan 06: Human Anatomy Practice
    Jan 13: Fabric Study - Types of Folds [Part 1]

  • Jan 20: Fabric Study - On a Figure [Part 2]

  • Jan 27: Playing with Proportions

  • Feb 03: Foreshortening/ Exaggerated Perspective

  • Feb 10: The Art of Expression: How far can you push it?

  • Feb 17: Caricature - Artist Study: Al Hirschfeld
    Feb 24: The Art of Simplifcation: Iconography

  • Mar 03: Nature Collection Study - Pencil [Part 1]

  • Mar 10: Nature Collection Study - Colored Pencil [Part 2]

  • Mar 17: Objects in Different Lighting & Styles



➡️ Pricing & Registration

🔎 Virtual Class Details

Learn how to draw from a professional artist in small online classes and get personalised guidance on your artwork! Although lessons are step by step, more experienced students may customize the projects by choosing their own subjects and stylizing their drawings.


🕒 Most drawings will be completed in the 1.5-hour classes, but there may be 2-week projects. 


💛 Classes are drop-in friendly, so you can start anytime! Want the recording of a previous class? Join a membership for unlimited classes.


📥 You’ll have the option of sharing your progress and getting live feedback. If you need additional time to finish your artwork after class, you may upload your finished drawings for written feedback from your instructor.


🗓️ Drawing Foundations is a live virtual art class that is held weekly and ongoing throughout the year. It is also offered as a weekly recorded learning option, and accessible on-demand for members.


✅ If you start a class and feel like it is too challenging or not challenging enough, we will transfer you to another level and waive any admin fees.


Our curriculum complements Canadian school curriculum guidelines and is structured and thoughtfully planned every term using our unique teaching method and the latest art trends and design innovation.

✍ Art Materials

  • Pencil (HB)/ Pencil Set

  • Pencil Sharpener

  • Eraser

  • Ruler

  • Sketchbook / Drawing Paper

  • Coloured Pencils

  • Black Ball Point Pen


Optional: Markers


Equipment for Virtual Art Classes: 

For the best online experience, we recommend using a webcam and mic so our teacher may provide instant feedback. Students without a webcam/mic may use text chat, and get individual feedback online through Google Classrooms.

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5 - 15 live students

Adults & Youth 12+

Attend live or with recordings

Class Schedule (Eastern Time)

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Learn on your own time
SAT 10:00 - 11:30 AM ET (LIVE / RLO)
TUE 1:00 - 2:30 PM ET (LIVE / RLO)
TUE 1:00 - 2:30 PM ET (LIVE / RLO)
SAT 10:00 - 11:30 AM ET (LIVE / RLO)
Instructor
Date & Time
Program Details
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SAT 10:00 - 11:30 AM ET (LIVE / RLO)
TUE 1:00 - 2:30 PM ET (LIVE / RLO)
SAT 10:00 - 11:30 AM ET (LIVE / RLO)
TUE 1:00 - 2:30 PM ET (LIVE / RLO)
Learn on your own time
Learn on your own time

See the program schedule for all lessons at a glance.

See the program schedule 

for all lessons at a glance.

Have more questions? See our FAQ Section.

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Prefer to learn on your own time? Get class recordings and upload your artwork for feedback! Learn more
Recorded Learning Option SAVE 25%

100% Success Guarantee 

We're confident that our students will see obvious improvement if they consistently show up and try their best in class. If you find our learning experience is not a good fit, we'll issue you a refund.

Drawing Foundations: Beginner vs. Intermediate Projects

Learn how to draw nature, animals, and people using simple shapes.
realistic drawing of bird anatomy in pencil and coloured pencil
Learn how to draw nature, animals, and people using simple shapes.

🎁 Trial Art Classes for New Students

First time here? New students get two virtual classes for the price of one!

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🤔 Not sure where to start? Book a free 15 min call with our coach!

🤔 Not sure where to start?

Book a free 15 min call with our coach!

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