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ONLINE LONG-TERM COURSES:
LEARN FROM MASTER!​

All programs at Studio Art Online are designed as 8-week courses, providing a balanced blend of structured learning and independent practice. Weekly three-hour sessions offer in-depth guidance while leaving you ample time to reflect, practice, and prepare for the next class.

Each course is filled with essential theoretical knowledge, empowering you to work professionally with various materials and techniques. Carefully selected reference materials are provided for each session, along with additional references for self-guided practice, allowing you to refine your skills beyond class time.

But the true advantage lies in the personalized attention from the master. Throughout the course, you can expect direct feedback, individual guidance, and an engaging learning experience tailored to your needs.

Simply select the course that interests you to explore its structure and detailed curriculum. Have questions?

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Dive in, explore, and take your artistic journey to the next level with Studio Art Online.

Course Description:

Even the most professional photographers often struggle to convey movement and dynamism in a frozen image. Fortunately, watercolor offers many opportunities for this. The entire course is dedicated to making our characters move, breathe, and come to life on flat paper.

You'll learn the rules of dynamic composition, learn to convey movement, and master many of the techniques necessary for animating characters in watercolor.

Beyond the basics, this course is packed with unique techniques and personal insights gathered through years of hands-on practice. Expect insider tips, creative approaches, and time-tested methods that will elevate your watercolor artworks to a professional level.

By the end of the course, you'll master techniques and tricks that will allow you to bring your characters to life and create vibrant, dynamic watercolors.

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People in Motion

8 Weeks, January, 23 - March, 13 2027

Early Bird Discount!

$399

$320 USD

Schedule

Saturdays Classes
Date of the first class: January 23
Date of the last class: March 13
Class Timings: Saturdays from 2 PM to 5 PM, Eastern Standard Time (EST or (GMT-5)
Class Duration: 3 hours
Course Duration: 8 weeks

If you are unable to attend the class during the times listed above, you will still have access to video recordings or the class lectures and will still receive personalized feedback from your instructor.

Course Outline Week 1 — Building the Figure in Space •Simplifying the body into major forms •Fundamentals of gesture drawing •Exercise: pencil sketches of figures in motion Week 2 — The Role of Shadow •Importance of shadow in constructing the figure •High-contrast drawing to express movement •Practice: watercolor sketches focused on shadow Week 3 — Challenging Angles •Working with complex foreshortening •Detailed drawing as preparation for a watercolor project •Watercolor study based on constructed drawing Week 4 — Movement and Structure •Pencil schemes for analyzing motion •Watercolor study of a running figure Week 5 — Dance and Plasticity •Expressive qualities of arms and hands •Watercolor techniques to imitate movement •Step-by-step painting of a female dancer Week 6 — Composition and Dynamics •Using compositional principles to enhance motion •Dynamic watercolor techniques •Half-figure in motion from a challenging angle Week 7 — Semi-Nude Figure in Dance •Selecting details and working with fabric •Preparation for the final project Week 8 — Final Project: The Ballerina •Applying all acquired knowledge in a comprehensive work •Final critique with personalized feedback

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People in Motion

8 Weeks, January, 23 - March, 13 2027

$399

$320 USD

Testimonials

Julie Davis

The best teacher ever. Professional, attentive, caring. Never makes you feel awkward for asking...

Sandra Tudor

I like Michael since he is a calm man and very understanding person. And there is so much information here that I watched the recording several times to absorb it all!

Linda Tremblay

Lots of exercises, always correcting, demonstrating, and giving feedback on our homeworks. All of it makes this class great and its contents are mandatory. I regret not taking it sooner. The touch of good humor makes it even better to enjoy! Class gave strong foundational lessons and was enjoyable. Thank you !:)

Patrick

An inspiring teacher who doesn’t just explain technique, but helps you truly feel the medium and believe in yourself. After the courses, I understand much better what I’m doing and why, and I feel far more confident overall.

Linda Tremblay

Lots of exercises, always correcting, demonstrating, and giving feedback on our homeworks. All of it makes this class great and its contents are mandatory. I regret not taking it sooner. The touch of good humor makes it even better to enjoy! Class gave strong foundational lessons and was enjoyable. Thank you !:)

The best teacher ever. Professional, attentive, caring. Never makes you feel awkward for asking...

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