Free Online Illustration Courses & MOOCs

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Create a digital art journal background and messy brush using the iPad Pro and Procreate (Skillshare)

Architecture & Design

Unlock your creative potential by mastering the art of creating stunning digital art journal backgrounds and crafting personalized messy brushes with this comprehensive course. Designed for iPad Pro and Procreate users, this course will guide you through a step-by-step process to create professional-grade digital artwork that mimics the charm of traditional mixed media.

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Self-Paced

Creative Graphic Design Procreate

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Art therapy for collectors (Skillshare)

Architecture & Design

Dive into the world of art therapy with our introductory course designed for collectors, compulsive hoarders, and anyone who loves playing with art materials. Learn how to express emotions through collecting items like postcards and explore your creativity in a therapeutic way.

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Self-Paced

Drawing Watercolor Art Therapy

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Watercolor Blueberry Wreath (Skillshare)

Architecture & Design

Embark on an artistic journey with our Watercolor Blueberry Wreath course! This comprehensive guide will teach you the fundamentals of watercolor painting, focusing on capturing the essence of blueberries and leaves. You'll learn to paint each element separately before combining them into a captivating wreath design. Ideal for beginners looking to explore watercolors or seasoned artists seeking new techniques.

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Self-Paced

Creative Drawing Painting

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Watercolor Manga Portraits #1 - Primrose Witch [With Line Art Template] (Skillshare)

Architecture & Design

Discover the secrets to painting captivating witch-themed manga portraits using watercolors in this beginner-friendly Skillshare class. With a focus on the enchanting Primrose Witch, you'll learn how to transform simple line art into stunningly detailed and colorful artworks. Ideal for fans of fantasy coloring books who want to take their skills to the next level.

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Self-Paced

Creative Drawing Painting

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Painting a story image from Your Imagination with alcohol markers and oil paint (Skillshare)

Architecture & Design

Embark on an artistic journey where words meet paint in this exclusive Skillshare course. Learn how to translate your stories into stunning visual art using alcohol markers for the initial sketch and then refine it with oil or water-soluble paints. Perfect for storytellers, illustrators, and creative souls who want to see their narratives come alive through vivid imagery.

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Self-Paced

Creative Drawing Oil Painting

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Create a 3D Moon & Nebula (Skillshare)

Architecture & Design

Transform your artistic skills by learning how to craft a realistic 3D moon and paint an awe-inspiring nebula. This Skillshare course guides you through the process of creating detailed lunar landscapes and celestial paintings, making it accessible for all levels of expertise.

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Self-Paced

Creative 3D Graphic Design

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Winter Landscape in Watercolour (Skillshare)

Architecture & Design

Dive into the tranquil world of watercolour painting with our 'Winter Landscape in Watercolour' course. Perfect for beginners, this course teaches you how to paint stunning winter landscapes using basic techniques and a minimal color palette. Learn at your own pace and unleash your creativity!

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Self-Paced

Creative Drawing Painting

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Academic drawing lesson 1: The Apple (Skillshare)

Architecture & Design

Embark on a journey to refine your artistic abilities with our introductory course 'Academic Drawing Lesson 1: The Apple'. This Skillshare class is designed for beginners who want to start drawing and develop essential skills such as fine motor control, memory retention, and observational prowess. With just a pencil and paper, you'll learn how to draw an apple step-by-step, laying the groundwork for any future art projects.

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Self-Paced

Creative Drawing Drawing Skills

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Playing with Shape—5 Express the Human Body with Basic Shapes (Skillshare)

Architecture & Design

Discover the art of drawing the human form through simple, transformed basic shapes. This Skillshare class guides you step-by-step on how to express the complexity of the human body with ease and accuracy. Whether you're a beginner or an artist seeking to enhance your skill set, this course will simplify the process for you.

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Self-Paced

Creative Human Body Drawing