First, a huge thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday at the Geeky Gifts Holiday Market in London, Ontario. It was wonderful to connect with so many passionate creatives, and we’re thrilled to welcome you to the MTM community!

Now, onto some exciting news—and an important reminder:

🔥 Today is the final day to save $90 on all December workshops during our Early Black Friday sale. This is the best opportunity this year to kickstart your artistic growth with the guidance of industry professionals (workshop classes start next week!).

💭 Your Input Matters: Help Shape Our Next Free Workshops

We want to hear from you! What free classes or workshops would you love to see next? Share your thoughts and help us create opportunities that inspire and excite you.

❤️ How Our Workshops Transform Learning

Meet Eugenia Catroppa, a student who found more than just lessons at MTM—she found a way to pursue her artistic dreams despite years of obstacles:

Eugenia credits our workshops with providing a truly exceptional online learning experience:

At MTM, we strive to make learning accessible, inclusive, and impactful for all students—no matter their background.

✏️ Discover Our Next Three Workshops

These workshops are perfect for building the solid artistic foundation every great artist needs. Here’s what’s coming up:

📐 Perspective with Kent Burles (Online)

Starts December 7th | Saturdays 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM EST
Perspective is the key to creating depth and realism in your art, whether you're designing intricate environments or dynamic characters.

Quick Lesson: To create a believable sense of depth in a 2D space, remember this simple rule: parallel lines appear to converge as they recede into the distance. Using vanishing points correctly will instantly improve the depth in your work.

If you’ve ever struggled with proportion, scaling, or complex viewpoints, this workshop will demystify the process and empower you to create with confidence.

🖼️ Fundamentals of Environment Design with Donna Johnson (Online)

Starts December 2nd | Mondays 7 PM - 10 PM EST
Environment design is about more than just creating pretty backdrops—it’s storytelling through space, light, and composition. Donna Johnson’s workshop will guide you through the essential principles needed to build immersive worlds.

Quick Lesson: When designing an environment, think about how light can guide the viewer’s eye. Start with a clear focal point, then use shadows and highlights to emphasize depth and mood.

Donna’s engaging teaching style makes even the most complex concepts approachable, giving you the tools to develop environments that captivate your audience.

🎨 Principles of Drawing with Nicole Ducker (In-Person)

Starts December 4th | Wednesdays 6 PM - 9 PM EST
Drawing is the foundation of all visual arts. Whether you're sketching characters, environments, or dynamic poses, mastering basic principles like form, proportion, and tonal pattern is essential.

Quick Lesson: When building a figure, think of it as a series of simple 3D shapes—cylinders for arms, spheres for joints, and so on. This approach ensures your figures feel solid and believable.

Nicole’s workshop is perfect for artists at any level, focusing on exercises that build skills you’ll use in every creative project.

Why Fundamentals Matter

Every professional artist knows this: mastering the basics is the foundation for long-term success. Whether it’s understanding perspective, creating immersive environments, or mastering drawing principles, these skills open doors to countless creative possibilities.

Our workshops provide:
✅ Hands-on learning with live, interactive classes
✅ One-on-one feedback and mentorship
✅ Access to private workshop communities and class recordings

If you’re ready to build a strong foundation for your art, there’s no better time to start.

Free Masterclass: Intro to Principles of Drawing

📅 Thursday, November 28th | 6 PM - 9 PM EST
This Thursday, join Nicole Ducker for a free online masterclass exploring the fundamentals of drawing. Participants will have the chance to ask questions and even receive live feedback. If you can’t attend live, a full recording will be sent to all registrants.

Questions?
Contact Amanda anytime at [email protected]. I’m here to help!

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