Sketch Academy/Rise Above Stick Figures

Rise Above Stick Figures

  • Webinar
  • Started Mar 23, 2024 at 10:00 AM PDT

Rise above stick figures and
learn to draw people and faces
in this 1.5-hour live workshop

Are you ready to level up?

Have you ever felt...

😩 Stuck?

Do you feel like you've reached the end of your abilities, and you wonder if stick figures is the best you can do?

😤 Frustrated?

Do you feel like you cannot move forward on your own, and wonder if you'll ever progress in your skills?

🤔 Curious?

Do you wonder how to create characters and find your own artistic style without "stealing" from others?

In this interactive, live zoom workshop, you'll learn how to:

  • Level up your stick figures

  • Learn body/face proportions and rules... so you can break them!

  • Steal Like An Artist

  • Create basic characters using your own character matrix

  • Discover your unique style

Meet Your Instructor

Emily Mills

I'm a professional illustrator most known for "sketchnotes" (aka live event drawings), and I'm the author of The Art of Visual Notetaking. I've been teaching creative workshops to thousands of students both online and in-person since 2017. I want to help you connect with your creativity and grow in confidence! When I'm not teaching, I run a creative studio, Flavor Graphics, alongside my husband in Bend, Oregon.

Frequently asked questions:

Have another question? Reach out to emily@sketchacademy.com

"How long is the workshop?"

An hour and 30 minutes. It may run longer if Q&A at the end continues.

"I can barely draw a stick figure. Is this workshop good for "non-artists" like me?"

Absolutely! Drawing is a skill you can LEARN, and you won't learn unless you practice! This workshop is a great way to learn new methods and help you practice new techniques.

"Is this recorded? Will I be able to purchase the replay afterwards?"

Yes, the live workshop will be recorded. The workshop recording will be available for purchase after the event, but please note that there is no post-event discount.

"Will I be able to ask questions?"

Yes! This workshop is interactive. There will be exercises to practice and time for Q&A throughout.

"When is this workshop in MY timezone?"

You can figure out when this workshop is in your time zone using the link below. Once you're there, add your city (or a major city in your timezone) and it will tell you the time.

Find your timezone here

"How will I find/access the workshop when it's time?"

The easiest way is to join via the zoom link that will be emailed to you 10 minutes before the event starts. Make sure to check your SPAM folder if you don't se it!

You can also access the workshop (and the recording) through your Sketch Academy profile by clicking on the workshop in your list of products.

See you there?

Set a calendar reminder right now for March 23rd at 10am Pacific.