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  • you're a lapsed artist longing to get back in touch with your creativity. You want to get back to having creative “me-time”, and refresh your skillset from the ground up. 

  • you're an avid sketcher, who loves to draw, but feels limited by their lack of quality training. You have tons of passion and commitment, but finally want to understand why some drawings are stellar and others just ho-hum. No more quick-fix techniques. You want the meat and potatoes.

  • you're an artist who loves to create but feels like they’re missing “their thing”. You’ve taken classes, created many pieces of art (for yourself or clients), but often wonder if you’re truly tapping into YOUR creative voice. You’re unsure if you have a style, if you need one, and if so, how to get one that seems true to you.

If any of this is you, then you’re in the right place, and I’ll tell you exactly how Better Drawings Academy will give you the tools, inspiration and support for your creative journey.

By the end of this course, you'll have:

  • The understanding of how to draw whatever comes to your mind (instead of being limited to a handful of subject matters)
  • Formed a rock-solid drawing process that’ll get you to crack even the toughest subject matters
  • Developed an understanding of the most important tools and techniques professional artists use to get their beautiful results
  • Discovered what lights YOU up when it comes to drawing, and how to follow it to a deeper expression of you.
  • Produced loads of meaningful practice drawings, and multiple refined pieces, taking you through the entire process of building a finished drawing.
  • Formed a structured drawing routine, that keeps you engaged with your artistic side even when outer pressures are tugging at your attention.
  • Connected to a group of equally driven artists ready to support each other through their creative journeys.

Artists say...

“Carolin’s classes are filled with much more than the average art class material. She teaches with intuitive direction, making it easy to comprehend the fundamentals to execute a well-rendered drawing. Carolin's teaching has proven previous instructors wrong, who made discouraging comments like “If you don’t know how to use a certain medium then that’s not something you can teach.” I’ve experienced three separate art schools and wholeheartedly enjoy how Carolin approaches creating art. Thank you for giving my skills the boost of self-confidence they needed.” 

Kelly A. Phillips

I'm SO ready for this!
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What's inside the course

Studying with someone who’s taught at top art colleges and applied classical drawing skills for over 12 years is really going to pay off for you, because I know exactly where students tend to get stuck.

You’ll be given access to one Lesson Module per week, so you can dive into the lessons and draw, whenever is best for you.

Better Drawings Academy only rolls around ONCE per year, when you join you’ll get lifetime access to:

  • 8 Lesson Modules showing you literally EVERYTHING you need to know about, so you can learn to draw with more confidence and ease. 
  • Multiple in-depth lecture videos per lesson module, explaining the content incrementally, with tons of clarifying visuals 
  • Step by step demonstration videos, showing you EXACTLY how to go about the exercises and projects
  • Mindset shifts to avoid the sneakiest (and most pervasive) pitfalls of the learning process
  • Supportive hand-outs to jog your memory whenever you get lost
  • Assignment options to keep you practicing and moving forward
  • Journaling prompts that help you connect the lesson to YOUR artistic sensibilities

Lesson Sneak Peek

Artists say...

I am a professional artist, and I was immediately impressed with Carolin’s expert teaching skills. Her approach is thorough and deeply knowledgeable, and she clearly articulates her teaching process. I especially loved that she addresses the attitudes, fears and blockages that tend to get in our way. Her understanding of both the technical and psychological aspects of making art is profound.

I observed that wherever you are on your artistic journey, from beginner to professional, Carolin meets you where you are, and is there to assist you with warmth, good humor, no judgement, and with great encouragement. I can’t praise her enough! 


Linsley Lambert (realist painter)

You’ll also get these bonuses to propel your learning forward

Bonus #1
8 weekly, 1.5 hr long LIVE Q&A/Feedback and draw-along sessions inside a private Zoom studio where you can:

  • Get your questions answered and confusions lifted
  • Receive feedback on your assignment submissions
  • Draw alongside other artists
  • See Carolin go through the drawing process in real time alongside with you, giving you a chance to ask questions in real time, as they arise.

***Live Sessions happen on Wednesdays at 7pm PST and start on June 2nd, 2021*** 

(A $200 value; Included with Better Drawings Academy)

Sounds AMAZING!

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FAQs

What level exactly is this course for?

The beauty of classical drawing fundamentals is, that regardless of what artistic stage you're at, they'll always make you better. This course is designed to either set you up right, as you're learning to draw for the first time, or to be the perfect refresher for artists who've had previous training. 

I'm not sure if I'm talented enough for this high caliber course?

Don't worry! I get it.
Getting (back) into drawing can be a wee bit intimidating.
Luckily, talent is not necessary to learn to draw. Drawing is a universal skill and can be learned by anyone with enough practice, attention and grit. I've seen hundreds of students improve with this curriculum, and so can you!

Will I need to have special materials on hand?

The amount of art supplies you invest in for the course is entirely up to you.
Once you enroll you'll get a list of recommended supplies that I'm using for the exercises. Pick what sounds exciting to you, and consider permission to go art supply shopping granted ;)

How long will I have access to the course?

The content will stay accessible even after the course is over. All files will be downloadable so you can keep them indefinitely.

I can't make it to the Live Sessions, will there be recorded?

You betcha. You'll get a link of the recorded session sent to you after 1-2 days. You can also submit questions even though you won't be attending the sketch session live, and I'll answer them anyways.

Will I be able to get feedback on my drawings?

Absolutely! I recommend that you photograph your assignments, as well as the source you're drawing from, and share them with me, with very specific questions, by the Tuesday before the LIVE  Sessions. I'll reserve time to give feedback on student work  during every LIVE session.

When do I get access to the course content?

On Thursday, May 27th you'll get access to the first module. The subsequent Thursdays I'll release the next modules, one at a time.

I'm not so sure about the tech involved in taking an online class. I fear it's too complicated for me.

Trust me, friend, I am no fan of tech myself, so I'm keeping this really simple for you. Once you're signed up I'll show you exactly how to log into the course portal, where and when to use the Zoom links for our live sessions, and even how to photograph your drawings with a smart phone, so you can send it in for feedback. I got your back, and am always just an email away to help! 

Did I miss anything?

Send any other questions you may have to draw@curaoc.com and I'm always be happy to chat!

Backed by a Risk-Free 14-Day Guarantee


I love teaching and I love helping artists grow, and I am confident in the quality of my course.

Artists who work with me are highly motivated, know that growth doesn’t come from passively sitting back, and embrace the idea that practice is more important than striving for perfection. We love to support each other and see beauty and validity in ALL the possible artistic expressions.

If you've done ALL the course work and you don’t feel I've delivered on my promise, submit your work within 14 days of purchase, and I’ll promptly refund your course fee. To be clear, if you do not include your completed coursework requirements within the 14-day period, no refund will be issued.

Let's do this!

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I can’t wait to guide you over the next 8 weeks

Getting a grip on my drawing game has completely transformed my relationship with my art.

I’ve experienced first hand what it’s like to go from feeling like I’m faking my artist status, to knowing that I can draw whatever comes to my mind in a way that’s exciting and meaningful to me.

And I want to share THAT with you today!

If you’ve felt the twinge of “I wish I could draw like this!”, you owe it to yourself to take the risk-free plunge and fully immerse in this academic quality course.

Experience what it feels like when you have everything broken down for you, a guide walking you through the growth process, a cheerleader keeping your mind in a good place, and a group to work towards the same goal with.

Should you accept this invitation I won’t hold back and share everything I know so you can become the artist you want to be.

All my best,
Carolin


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