Welcome to Drawniversity
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I love the magic of drawing and creating something that exists out of nothing. When all of the things we know come together to give "The Illusion of Life" it's amazing. Seeing someone discover their own abilities is exciting. Being part of that journey with them is very special.
Personalized drawing lessons to your specific needs. Meeting you where you are at to help you become the artist you are meant to be
I have been a professional animation artist for 30+ years. During that time I have trained many people including myself!
My lessons are personalized for the individual to bring out the artist that they are. Everyone learns in their own way. I make a point to communicate in the way YOU need to hear it.
My focus is primarily on drawing. There are many choices of artistic fields; drawing is the universal language in all of them, and I want you to be able to do whatever it is you are tasked to do. A good foundation in solid drawing skills is key to being a flexible and reliable artist.
I provide customized drawing and animation lessons based on your specific needs, strengths/weaknesses, and interests.
• BEGINNERS: Learn the basics and grow from there. Find out what things you are naturally good at and nurture them while broadening your knowledge.
• ACCOMPLISHED ARTISTS: If you are an experienced artist, trouble spots can creep in and can get the best of us. Do you have a drawing you're working on that just needs some help in a few spots?
• FILMMAKERS: Want to storyboard your film, but have a hard time getting your ideas down on paper? Drawniversity can help you get the basics without getting bogged down in specifics that can clog up your creative flow. See how you can get the essentials of what you need to tell a story in the frame.
Areas of Study
Drawniversity offers specialized training tailored to your artistic journey. From foundational mechanics to advanced industry techniques, discover the path that sparks your creativity.
Basic Fundamentals
Develop a rock-solid artistic foundation with core drawing skills and the basic principles of figure drawing.
Gesture
Learn to capture movement, life, and the dynamic flow of characters through fluid drawing using as few lines as possible. The gesture is where it all starts. Capturing the energy at this stage is vital.
Construction / Structure
Master the human form by using simple 3D shapes to build solid and believable figures.
Perspective
Perspective doesn’t have to be as difficult as people think. There are just a few rules that can simplify things and demystify the process that into a very manageable workflow that you can wield at your whim.
Character Design
Learn what makes not only a good design, but how to make a character easier to draw and animate. Develop the skill to make them look the same from every angle.
Translate scripts into cinematic visuals, focusing on composition, acting, and clarity.
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Create layouts with depth with proper perspective as well as organizing the elements within the frame and software.
Storyboarding
Animal Drawing
Learning to draw animals teaches you how to see real life shapes, movement, and anatomy more clearly. You’ll turn quick sketches into lively creatures that feel solid, expressive, and full of personality.
Animation
Bring your drawings to life by applying gesture, construction, perspective, anatomy to perform the 12 principles of animation such as squash and stretch, anticipation, timing, exaggeration, solid drawing, and appeal.
Learn how to make characters live and breath with personality, emotional depth and thought.
Ready to sharpen a specific skill—like hands, feet, eyes, or anything else? Book a focused lesson tailored to what you’re craving artistically, whether it’s a one‑off session or ongoing guidance.
Specific Focus
Special Focus:
The Walk Cycle
A great walk cycle can contain every element of animation and figurative drawing. It is the perfect platform to hone your skills at the 12 principles of animation and level up your ability on all fronts.
Special Focus:
Improve Your Drawing Through Animation
Deep dive into animation as a powerful tool to elevate your conceptual drawing and character performance capabilities. Students will use exercises in animation with a heavy focus moving objects and the human or animal form in 3 dimensional space to improve upon their drawing skills.
Toon Boom Storyboard Pro
Get hands-on training with the industry-standard software for professional storyboarding.
Students will learn how to use Adobe Photoshop software to draw. This course is specifically aimed at drawing students aged 14+ who already have some experience.
Photoshop
Learn how to package your creative ideas into professional presentations for the animation industry.
Creating a "Pitch Pack"
What is the lesson format?
All lessons are fully online and hosted via Zoom, allowing for real-time screen sharing and direct artistic feedback.
How does scheduling work?
All lesson times are listed in Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles). We coordinate with you to find a slot.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the classes for?
We welcome students aged 14 and up who have some basic drawing experience and are looking to sharpen their skills.
Can I join from anywhere?
Yes! As an online studio, Drawniversity connects with students worldwide—just keep the Pacific time zone in mind.
What do I need to prepare?
You should have your drawing tools (digital or traditional) and any current projects you'd like feedback on ready before our call, as well as access to Zoom for an on camera call.
How do payments work?
Lessons are $75/hr with a 25 min buffer. Payments are handled through PayPal, Venmo or Zelle.
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