Visual Arts Courses and Certifications

Darin McGowan: The Storyboard Artist's Life

1 rating at LinkedIn Learning

Darin McGowan, a storyboard artist for shows such as The Wild Thornberrys, The Loud House, and Futurama, offers insights into the storyboard artist's life.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Zentangle and Patterning Videos

Explore Zentangle art through diverse projects, patterns, and techniques. Learn to create intricate designs on various surfaces, from bookmarks to ornaments, enhancing creativity and mindfulness.

• YouTube
• 8 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

True Grit: Handmade Textures & Halftones for Designers & Illustrators

Learn to create custom textures and halftones for authentic, gritty designs using analog and digital techniques. Craft a unique poster with a handmade feel through distressing and texture application.

• Skillshare
• 1 hour 11 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Color Workshop: The Basics for Artists and Illustrators

Explore color basics, schemes, and palettes to enhance your art. Learn how colors evoke emotions and improve compositions, with practical tips for artists and illustrators.

• Skillshare
• 45 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Printing on Fabric With Natural Materials

In this class from our partners at Peak Media, collaborate with Mother Nature to create unique fabrics. You'll learn an assortment of direct and indirect printing techniques to incorporate natural...

• Craftsy
• 3 hours 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• $39.00

Intro to Chalk Ink Art

Love pop art? Then you're gonna LOVE this class from our partners at Brit & Co.

• Craftsy
• 1 hour 6 minutes
• On-Demand
• $28.00

Embellishing Techniques With Brush Pens

In this class from our partners at Brit & Co., learn ten easy embellishing techniques with brush pens.

• Craftsy
• 1 hour 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• $38.00

Beading with Wire, Chain & Leather

Whether you’re new to jewelry making or looking for some fresh ideas, Candie Cooper will give you the confidence to bead with style.

• Craftsy
• 3 hours
• On-Demand
• $39.00

Trent Kaniuga

Want to Be a Concept Artist - Are You Sure?

Experienced concept artist shares insights on career realities, daily routines, challenges, and advice for aspiring artists in the gaming and entertainment industry.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Color with Kurt

A Simple Way to Use Color Palettes

Learn a simplified approach to using color palettes effectively in digital art. Discover techniques for setting base colors, rendering light, and making adjustments to create visually appealing artwork.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Color with Kurt

Color Theory Is a Piece of Cake

Explore the Munsell color system to enhance your understanding of color relationships, contrast, and balance in art, improving your digital color selection skills.

• YouTube
• 45 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Wondrium

Can We Watch Time Move? - Professor Carrie Patterson Explores Time in Art & Visual Communication

Explore how artists manipulate time in visual communication, from creation to viewer experience. Learn techniques for depicting motion, tempo, and space in art, and discover time-based media's impact on visual storytelling.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

JillianEve

Hand Spinning Plant Fibers - History and Spinning Tips and Tricks

Explore spinning techniques, history, and applications for banana, pineapple, and rose fibers. Learn eco-friendly alternatives for textile production and their potential future uses.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

JillianEve

From Wool to Cloth - Using a Historical Weaving Technique

Explore the process of transforming raw wool into a handwoven scarf using historical techniques. Learn spinning, weaving, and fiber preparation in this engaging hands-on demonstration.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

JillianEve

Tablet Weaving With Handspun Yarn

Learn to create beautiful tablet-woven bands using handspun yarn. Discover spinning techniques, pattern selection, card threading, and practical tips for achieving stunning results in wool card weaving.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video