DIGITAL ILLUSTRATION
Online Art Program
Digital Illustration
Do you dream about becoming a digital illustrator, character designer or comic artist? Level up your digital painting techniques and visual storytelling under the guidance of Jessie Chang or Josh Chan.
A sneak peek into a live lecture on colour theory in Digital Illustration & Comics.
Online Art Class Details
🔎 Virtual Class Details
The purpose of art is to make people feel things! Learn how to make readers laugh, cry, and shiver with the art of character design, comic panel creation, and storytelling through narrative illustration.
In this virtual class, you can build your illustration portfolio and develop your own art style with the guidance of an experienced professional illustrator. With the help of your mentor, you’ll master the art of digital illustration and comics. This online art program focuses on the technical aspects behind panel illustration in both black and white and full colour, plus writing techniques.
💼 Weekly Group Mentorship Details
Suitable for teens and adults, students may choose their own subjects and get personalised guidance and feedback from their mentor. Each class combines live group critiques and step by step demonstrations in digital illustration.
This class mimics a college art course but is customized to each student’s learning goals. Your illustrations, stories and ideas are given a chance to flourish, evolve, and be discussed with others. You may even request custom demonstrations and lectures on certain topics or techniques that interest you!
Mentorships aren’t just about learning how to create digital art, but also about learning how to navigate the art world with an instructor that has already done so. You’ll be given a place to explore your artistic passions while learning valuable information about digital illustrations, portfolios, careers, and art opportunities.
Students will focus on creating a personal body of work with the guidance of a skilled professional digital illustrator.
Digital Illustration & Comics topics may include:
Setting personal goals and digital art challenges
Group critiques and feedback on personal projects
Character design based on visual storytelling
Page layout design and typesetting
Advanced cartooning, stylization and posing
Digital rendering techniques and colour theory
💪 6 Week Intensive Details
🗓️ Digital Illustration | Mar 06 - Apr 10, 2025
Advance your skills in illustration using a digital medium over the course of a week. Illustration is a popular art form that tells stories visually. Learn how professional artists illustrate stories, cover art and concept art in this mentorship-style camp where you can explore your own ideas with guided projects and personalized feedback. Find your unique style and level up your digital painting skills!
Mar 06 - Introduction to Illustration & World Association
Mar 13 - Artist Study & Character Stylization
Mar 20 - Composition & Album Covers
Mar 26 - Color Theory & Emotion (Open Subject)
Apr 03 - Concept Art (Prompt Provided)
Apr 10 - LIVE Critique / Q&A @3:00pm ET
🗓️ Traditional Illustration | Apr 24 - May 29, 2025
Advance your skills in illustration using a traditional mediums over the course of a week. Illustration is a popular art form that tells stories visually. Learn how professional artists illustrate stories, cover art and concept art in this mentorship-style camp where you can explore your own ideas with guided projects and personalized feedback. Find your unique style and level up your traditional illustration skills!
Apr 24 - Ideation Process & Illustrating Idioms
May 01 - Style Exploration & Character Design
May 08 - Composition & Cover Illustration
May 15 - Color Theory & Mascot Illustration
May 22 - Book & Spot Illustration
May 29 - LIVE Critique / Q&A @3:00pm ET
Note: Although they are recommended to be taken together, you may choose to attend Digital Illustration and Traditional Illustration separately.
✍ Art Materials
This program is taught step by step using digital mediums. Student are welcome to use whatever digital program they are most comfortable with, and traditional mediums are also welcome!
Recommended Programs:
MediBang Paint (FREE - recommended for digital art beginners) Watch a tutorial
Krita (FREE - recommended for animation, only Windows compatible) Watch a tutorial
Procreate (paid, iPad only)
Recommended Hardware:
PC / Mac / Android Tablet Users: Drawing tablet and stylus
iPad Users: Apple Pen or stylus
Need a recommendation? Best digital art tablets for beginners
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.
3 - 6 students
Teens & Adults
Portfolio Students
Virtual Class Pricing
Live classes occur weekly and camps occur daily. Online video course pricing varies (see course page). Class recordings are sent for all absences. All Program Pricing
Base Rate | Full Term | 10 Lesson Flex Pack | 5 Lesson Flex Pack |
|---|---|---|---|
$49 / lesson | $42 / lesson (save 15%) | $441 (save 10%) | $233 (save 5%) |
*Prices listed in USD and applicable taxes are included. Program subject to change/cancellation.
Base Rate | Full Term Rate | 5 Lesson Pack | 10 Lesson Pack |
|---|---|---|---|
$49 / lesson | $42 / lesson (save 15%) | $233 (save 5%) | $441 (save 10%) |
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Class Details | Instructor | Program Details |
|---|---|---|
TUE 7:30 - 9:30 PM ET (LIVE / RLO) | ||
WED 5:00 - 7:00 PM ET (LIVE / RLO) | ||
Apr 24 - May 29, 2025 (ASYNC+LIVE) | ||
WEEKDAYS 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM ET (LIVE/ RLO) | ||
WEEKDAYS 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM ET (LIVE/ RLO) | ||
SAT 1:00 - 3:00 PM ET (LIVE / RLO) | ||
MON 1:00 - 3:00 PM ET (LIVE / RLO) |
Class Schedule (Eastern Time)
Instructor | Date & Time | Program Details | Sign Up Link |
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MON 1:00 - 3:00 PM ET (LIVE / RLO) | |||
TUE 7:30 - 9:30 PM ET (LIVE / RLO) | |||
WED 5:00 - 7:00 PM ET (LIVE / RLO) | |||
Apr 24 - May 29, 2025 (ASYNC+LIVE) | |||
SAT 1:00 - 3:00 PM ET (LIVE / RLO) | |||
WEEKDAYS 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM ET (LIVE/ RLO) | |||
WEEKDAYS 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM ET (LIVE/ RLO) |
See the program schedule for all lessons at a glance.
See the program schedule
for all lessons at a glance.
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100% Success Guarantee
We're confident that our students will see great improvement if they consistently try their best in class. If you find our learning experience is not a good fit, we'll issue you a refund.
🎁 Trial Art Classes for New Students
First time here? New students get two virtual classes for the price of one!
