Digital
Art Training
LAUNCH DAY! April 25th
Purchase a self-study course and be automatically entered to win 1 of 5 portfolio reviews!
Whether you're newer to 2D digital art, or just the digital media, you'll come out knowing how to paint in Photoshop, and be familiar with multiple painting methods and approaches for common complex subjects.
Level: Foundational Price: $195 Type: Self-Study Course
Level: Intermediate Price: $195 Type: Self-Study Course
Learn how to design full-body character concepts for games and film using a professional process while giving you a glimpse into the career of being a designer by working from supplied style guides and character briefs.
Level: Intermediate Price: $195 Type: Self-Study Course
Learn how to paint a collection of the most common materials (like wood, gold, stone and more) then illustrate a fantasy prop arrangement where you'll combine what you've learned.
Self-Study Courses
The pre-recorded video lessons have the same teaching and supporting files as the full rate class but at a $500 discount since they do not include homework reviews. There is no need to work around the seasonal class schedule since you get immediate access to the content and you can study through on your own schedule.
We'll return in the July summer classes with live feedback, our full lineup of classes, plus great new classes, and new instructors!
WIN a Portfolio Review or Consult!
Purchase any of the recorded classes launching April 25th and you'll be automatically entered to win 1 of 5 in-depth portfolios reviews ($75 value) with Clint and Diana or choose to receive a half-hour private consultation instead. The portfolio reviews will be recorded, include a paintover, and will cover the strengths and weaknesses of the work as well as education or career recommendations. If a portfolio review is not desired, winners may instead choose to receive a half-hour private consult via Zoom where you can get your art, education, and career questions answered. Don't miss your chance on April 25th!
Upcoming Classes
Instructors: Clint & Diana Cearley Level: Advanced Launching: May
If you want to create art for fantasy games and publishing then join your MTG and D&D artist instructors as they take you through the process and push you to achieve your best piece possible!
Instructor: Clint Cearley Level: Foundational Launching: June
Begin your drawing journey here or reinforce your intermediate drawing skills in this new foundational class! Focus will be on growing both observational and imaginative drawing skills in the themed lessons.
Instructors: Diana Cearley Level: Intermediate Launching: July
A great intro into painting environments even if you've avoided them in the past! Gain confidence as you learn how to paint the individual elements in a scene which you'll combine into your own nature diorama.
GROUP MENTORSHIP
Instructors: Clint & Diana Cearley Level: Advanced Price: $425 Launching: July
Get five consults with two pros on the images of your choice. There's no curriculum, and no planned lessons; just targeted input, drawovers/paintovers, and straight answers on how to improve it.
Who We Are
The teachers here actively work in the industry doing high level illustration and concept art in addition to teaching.
Clint Cearley
Illustrator, concept artist, and art instructor, Clint also served as a Senior Art Supervisor with Blizzard, and is a longtime illustrator with Wizards of the Coast
Diana Cearley
Magic: The Gathering and D&D illustrator, Diana served as an instructor and Director of Studies at Syn Studio Concept Art School
Nino Vecia
Magic: The Gathering and Blizzard illustrator, Nino has years of experience teaching both beginner and advanced concept art and illustration.
Our clients have included:
Graduating Student Work
A sample of artwork created by students in the Spring term classes. See more student work HERE
"I really enjoyed your class, I think you and Clint are great teachers, especially when you work together to teach the class. You both can offer different perspectives and various tips based on your individual experiences, so when you team up it’s really great! . . the PDFs, demos and exercises you guys provided I was able to learn a lot. ..thank you for everything you taught me!"
-Miyuki
"The presentations were very informative and the exercises were a lot of fun while also being challenging enough. Your and Clint's explanations were clear, your feedback was really helpful . . your advice about the industry and getting started has helped me feel more confident . . I cannot thank you enough for that. :)"
-Stéphanie
What Students Are Saying
See more testimonies HERE
Events
Sketch Sessions, Art Challenges, Contests, Presentations, and Portfolio Reviews
Open Study Session
Hosts: Clint & Diana Cearley | Price: FREE
Join us Sunday, April 28th at 1pm EST, on the Swatches Discord server for some casual art studying on the topic of mythological creatures. Join the Discord server here.
You can't ask a video a question
Recorded videos and books have their place for learning but nothing can replace live instruction from an experienced teacher who can answer your direct questions and provided tailored feedback to your artwork. Join one of seasonal premium versions of the classes to received tailored feedback on your homework.
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