Fall term classes begin on September 25th. Late registration is still available for some classes.

Online Art Classes

Affordable High Quality Art Classes with Top Industry Artists

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You can now combine 3, 4 or 5 classes to avail a 5, 10 or 15% discount on your purchase and get a free spot in a webinar this term!

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Syn Studio Online Art Classes

Learn drawing, painting, concept art, illustration and comic-making online from top industry professionals at the lowest prices! Our Online Art Classes feature live class instruction (in EDT time), access to recorded videos and personalized feedback from the instructor.

 

Individual online classes now grant you the option of choosing a method of learning most suited to your needs and lifestyle. Learn by attending Live Online Classes , Pre-Recorded classes with Live feedback , or watch high quality Video Access Only

 

You can now combine 3, 4 or 5 classes to avail a 5, 10 or 15% discount on your purchase and get a free spot in a webinar this term!

 

We will soon update this page with classes that will be offered in Winter 2024 and Spring 2024.

Animation and Comics Classes

  • Winter 2024
Level 1
Level 1

Strong fundamentals in traditional drawing, painting and sculpting are the foundations to create amazing artwork.

This level is about solidifying the fundamentals, getting a refresher on the most important art principles, and learning tricks to create realistic drawing and paintings.

Intro to Cartooning

Learn constructive drawing techniques behind some of the greatest draftsmen of animation and comic art

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  • Fall 2023
Level 1
Level 1

Strong fundamentals in traditional drawing, painting and sculpting are the foundations to create amazing artwork.

This level is about solidifying the fundamentals, getting a refresher on the most important art principles, and learning tricks to create realistic drawing and paintings.

Intro to Comics

Learn the basics of developing your own eye catching 3 page comic from ideation to publication

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  • Fall 2023
Level 2
Level 2

Second level classes are for students who have a good foundation in the basics of realistic drawing (such as perspective, proportion, shading and colour theory) and already know how to use Photoshop, but need more in-depth knowledge to create professional and complex artwork.

This level is about expanding knowledge, strengthening skills, and transitioning to the world of concept art and illustration.

Animal Sketching for Animation

A 10 week course which teaches you the tools and techniques required to draw animals with convincing and believable features

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  • Winter 2024
Level 2
Level 2

Second level classes are for students who have a good foundation in the basics of realistic drawing (such as perspective, proportion, shading and colour theory) and already know how to use Photoshop, but need more in-depth knowledge to create professional and complex artwork.

This level is about expanding knowledge, strengthening skills, and transitioning to the world of concept art and illustration.

Figure Sketching for Animation

Learn the basic skills required to sketch figures for animation

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  • Fall 2023
Level 3
Level 3

These courses are for people who can already draw and paint realistically and can create complete digital illustrations.

Level 3 classes will help students to give a new edge to their images, properly render their digital work, and bring them closer to a professional level.

Animation I

Learn the essential principles, tools and techniques to create high quality animation

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  • Winter 2024
Level 4
Level 4

This expert-level is for students who are ready to boost their portfolio and design process to a professional level.

This level is about discovering and diving deeper into new tools (such as 3D), further polishing and rendering work and exploring professional pipelines of the entertainment industry.

Animation II

Create more complex animations in this follow up to Animation I

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Art Fundamentals and Traditional Drawing Classes

  • Fall 2023
Level 2
Level 2

Second level classes are for students who have a good foundation in the basics of realistic drawing (such as perspective, proportion, shading and colour theory) and already know how to use Photoshop, but need more in-depth knowledge to create professional and complex artwork.

This level is about expanding knowledge, strengthening skills, and transitioning to the world of concept art and illustration.

Advanced Figure Drawing

Learn to draw the human body with proper volume and depth and in correct proportions

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  • Fall 2023
Level 0
Level 0

This class is for people who have never taken art courses before, or would like to solidify the techniques they already have.

Foundations of Drawing

Build a solid foundation in drawing in just 10-weeks. Learn to draw anything, from people, objects and scenes.

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  • Fall 2023
Level 1
Level 1

Strong fundamentals in traditional drawing, painting and sculpting are the foundations to create amazing artwork.

This level is about solidifying the fundamentals, getting a refresher on the most important art principles, and learning tricks to create realistic drawing and paintings.

Fundamentals of Perspective

Learn to believably depict architecture, props, vehicles, indoor and outdoor spaces and living things in a proper perspective

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  • Fall 2023
Level 1
Level 1

Strong fundamentals in traditional drawing, painting and sculpting are the foundations to create amazing artwork.

This level is about solidifying the fundamentals, getting a refresher on the most important art principles, and learning tricks to create realistic drawing and paintings.

Drawing the Human Form

Learn to draw the human body with proper volume and depth and in correct proportions

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  • Fall 2023
Level 1
Level 1

Strong fundamentals in traditional drawing, painting and sculpting are the foundations to create amazing artwork.

This level is about solidifying the fundamentals, getting a refresher on the most important art principles, and learning tricks to create realistic drawing and paintings.

Analytical Sketching

Learn to construct your drawings and draw-through just like the top artists in the entertainment industry

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  • Winter 2024
Level 1
Level 1

Strong fundamentals in traditional drawing, painting and sculpting are the foundations to create amazing artwork.

This level is about solidifying the fundamentals, getting a refresher on the most important art principles, and learning tricks to create realistic drawing and paintings.

Foundations of Drawing 2

Learn advanced drawing skills and take your artwork to the next level

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  • Fall 2023
Level 2
Level 2

Second level classes are for students who have a good foundation in the basics of realistic drawing (such as perspective, proportion, shading and colour theory) and already know how to use Photoshop, but need more in-depth knowledge to create professional and complex artwork.

This level is about expanding knowledge, strengthening skills, and transitioning to the world of concept art and illustration.

Environment Sketching

You will strengthen your composition skills so you can produce captivating environment sketches that draw the viewer in

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  • Fall 2023
Level 2
Level 2

Second level classes are for students who have a good foundation in the basics of realistic drawing (such as perspective, proportion, shading and colour theory) and already know how to use Photoshop, but need more in-depth knowledge to create professional and complex artwork.

This level is about expanding knowledge, strengthening skills, and transitioning to the world of concept art and illustration.

Constructive Figure Drawing

Deepen your knowledge of human anatomy, form and value to create realistic 3-dimensional figures from imagination

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Online Concept Art & Illustration Classes

  • Fall 2023
Level 1
Level 1

Strong fundamentals in traditional drawing, painting and sculpting are the foundations to create amazing artwork.

This level is about solidifying the fundamentals, getting a refresher on the most important art principles, and learning tricks to create realistic drawing and paintings.

Intro to Digital Painting

Strengthen your art fundamentals and gain proficiency in essential Photoshop tools so you can create high-quality concept art

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  • Fall 2023
Level 2
Level 2

Second level classes are for students who have a good foundation in the basics of realistic drawing (such as perspective, proportion, shading and colour theory) and already know how to use Photoshop, but need more in-depth knowledge to create professional and complex artwork.

This level is about expanding knowledge, strengthening skills, and transitioning to the world of concept art and illustration.

Digital Painting

Learn and master the essential Photoshop techniques to maximize your efficiency and create visually appealing digital paintings

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  • Fall 2023
Level 2
Level 2

Second level classes are for students who have a good foundation in the basics of realistic drawing (such as perspective, proportion, shading and colour theory) and already know how to use Photoshop, but need more in-depth knowledge to create professional and complex artwork.

This level is about expanding knowledge, strengthening skills, and transitioning to the world of concept art and illustration.

Environment Sketching

You will strengthen your composition skills so you can produce captivating environment sketches that draw the viewer in

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  • Fall 2023
Level 2
Level 2

Second level classes are for students who have a good foundation in the basics of realistic drawing (such as perspective, proportion, shading and colour theory) and already know how to use Photoshop, but need more in-depth knowledge to create professional and complex artwork.

This level is about expanding knowledge, strengthening skills, and transitioning to the world of concept art and illustration.

Digital Figure Painting

Learn to quickly generate original ideas and efficiently sketch concepts that suit any design requirements

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  • Fall 2023
Level 2
Level 2

Second level classes are for students who have a good foundation in the basics of realistic drawing (such as perspective, proportion, shading and colour theory) and already know how to use Photoshop, but need more in-depth knowledge to create professional and complex artwork.

This level is about expanding knowledge, strengthening skills, and transitioning to the world of concept art and illustration.

Digital Sketching for Production

Learn to draw and render effectively and efficiently using Photoshop and enhance your knowledge of fundamentals to create credible concept art

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  • Fall 2023
Level 2
Level 2

Second level classes are for students who have a good foundation in the basics of realistic drawing (such as perspective, proportion, shading and colour theory) and already know how to use Photoshop, but need more in-depth knowledge to create professional and complex artwork.

This level is about expanding knowledge, strengthening skills, and transitioning to the world of concept art and illustration.

Sketching for Concept Art

Learn to draw and render effectively and efficiently using Photoshop and enhance your knowledge of fundamentals to create credible concept art

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  • Fall 2023
Level 2
Level 2

Second level classes are for students who have a good foundation in the basics of realistic drawing (such as perspective, proportion, shading and colour theory) and already know how to use Photoshop, but need more in-depth knowledge to create professional and complex artwork.

This level is about expanding knowledge, strengthening skills, and transitioning to the world of concept art and illustration.

Intro to Concept Art

Learn a powerful method of visual communication so you can convey your ideas through compelling concepts

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  • Winter 2024
Level 3
Level 3

These courses are for people who can already draw and paint realistically and can create complete digital illustrations.

Level 3 classes will help students to give a new edge to their images, properly render their digital work, and bring them closer to a professional level.

Intro to Illustration

Learn the essential tips and techniques needed accurate and realistic illustrations that tell a cohesive story

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  • Fall 2023
Level 3
Level 3

These courses are for people who can already draw and paint realistically and can create complete digital illustrations.

Level 3 classes will help students to give a new edge to their images, properly render their digital work, and bring them closer to a professional level.

Intro to Character Design

Learn a powerful set of methods and techniques so you can create original, iconic and convincing characters that fit any story

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