Academic Drawing Made Easy by Jake taplin (jakedontdraw)

All great artists had a great education. Talent is a myth; learn the basics of academic drawing and watch your skill skyrocket. Academic drawing may seem intimidating, but these tools are simple to understand and will give you control over your creativity. By focusing on the fundamentals, we can transform the daunting task of drawing into something understandable, perfectable, and conquerable. This course will equip you with the essential tools to see the world differently and gain mastery over your pencil.

This complete drawing course is designed for beginners or those looking to overcome a plateau in their skills.

What You’ll Learn

• Materials and References: Description of necessary materials and free reference photos provided.
• Line Improvement Exercises: Techniques to enhance your line work.
• Mastering Proportions: How to accurately capture proportions in your drawings.
• Creating 3D Art: Techniques to make your artwork feel three-dimensional.
• Sculptural Drawing Ideas: Jake’s approach to drawing with a sculptural mindset.
• Understanding Light: How light works and its impact on your drawings.
• Final Project: Integrating all learned concepts into one cohesive project.
• Philosophy and Mindset: Tips for maintaining a healthy, lifelong learning attitude.

Course Content

• 9 Video Segments: Over 6 hours of real-time, commentated drawing sessions.

Student Testimonials

Joshi:
“The course really helped pinpoint my weak spots. Jake’s way of contrasting different classical artists and their techniques was super effective and interesting. The teaching style removed a lot of the daunting aspects of art and made it very easy to improve; my understanding of proportions and painting has greatly improved in a short amount of time.”

Liam:
“The program with Jake has hugely improved my art. Not only is he knowledgeable about the history and techniques of the old masters, but he also genuinely cares about my artistic development. He applies his technical knowledge in a way that always feels goal-oriented. There’s a clear before and after in my drawing, both in portraits and figures.”

Yan Almeida:
“Jake asked me to write a testimonial about my experience as his student. Reflecting on this, I remembered Leonardo da Vinci’s quote: ‘There are three classes of people: those who see, those who see when they are shown, and those who do not see.’ I started as someone who couldn’t see my own ability or interest in art. With Jake’s coaching, I began to see that learning to draw was possible, and I started to appreciate my own abilities. Jake’s greatest skill is his ability to see—he understands his students’ interests and adapts lessons to their tastes without compromising on technical quality. Through his guidance, I’ve learned more than just drawing; I’ve learned to see.”

Join us to discover the transformative power of academic drawing and elevate your artistic skills to new heights.