If you missed our Principles of Drawing masterclass with Nicole Ducker, don’t worry — we’ve got the recording right here for you. You’ll get to learn all about MTM’s unique approach to creating volume and weight in your drawings using simple shapes, and how you can start drawing more dynamic and realistic forms right away!

Here’s a quick recap of some valuable insights that Nicole shared:

Key Takeaways from the Masterclass:

• Mastering the Basics: Start with basic shapes like cubes and spheres, and use them as the foundation for your more complex drawings. This method will make your objects feel grounded and 3-dimensional, even from the early stages.

• Framing Your Image: You decide what the viewer will see! Nicole explained how framing and composition control where your viewer’s eye will be drawn, ensuring your piece has maximum impact.

• Negative Space & Positive Shapes: By thinking about how negative space works alongside your objects, you can create more balanced and dynamic drawings that pop off the page.

• Point-to-Point Drawing: Using a point-to-point method for establishing perspective can really help make your drawings feel spatially accurate, especially for tricky angles.

Catch the recording here:

Upcoming Events You Won’t Want to Miss!

Free Masterclass with Scott Cameron: How to Make Great Images

📅 Date: Saturday, December 7th
🕒 Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST

Unlock the secrets of creating visually striking art with Scott Cameron, a veteran of the art industry and a master of traditional oil painting and colour theory. In this free online masterclass, How to Make Great Images, Scott will delve into the principles of design and composition that elevate illustrations, film, and sequential art.

Through this engaging two-hour session, you’ll explore:

• Key design elements like balance, rhythm, and movement.

• The power of positive and negative space in creating impactful visuals.

• How to find and emphasize a focal point to guide your audience’s eye.

• The timeless principles of visual language used by master artists across media.

Scott has collaborated with top studios and publishers like Walt Disney, Scholastic, and Random House, and now he’s bringing his knowledge directly to you in this free class. Whether you’re an aspiring illustrator, animator, or sequential artist, this class will help you take your work to the next level.

December Online Open House

📅 Date: Saturday, December 14th
🕒 Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST
Free Workshop: Figure Drawing with Dave Ross

Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at our programs, meet some of our instructors, and hear from current students about their experiences. Plus, we’ll have a live Figure Drawing workshop with Dave Ross, one of our top instructors, that you won’t want to miss!

Stay tuned for even more workshops coming in January! We’ll be launching new sessions to help you keep improving, and you can be among the first to sign up.

Thanks for being part of our community — we hope to see you at one (or all!) of these upcoming events. If you have any questions or need more information, feel free to reach out!

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

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