"I basically knew nothing about drawing before I joined. I find the quality of the tasks very professional, and very meaningful. Mr. London is an excellent art tutor who knows his subject well. He is not only a gifted artist, his thinking process is highly analytical. The Correspondence Course is definitely beginner friendly, and I recommend it to beginners like me, as one gets taught correctly, right from the start. It is worth every dollar. Thank you!"
Liezl, Correspondence Course student
Joselyn, Correspondence Course student
"I'm very impressed with the way academy tutors gave critique on the artworks. The drawing tasks I receive within my personal curriculum are very professionally prepared, which shows a thorough and deep knowledge of the subject. Vladimir, an academy tutor, does not only tell what you need to do, but he also shows how to do it. I recommend this course for those who are serious about art"
Liezl, Correspondence Course student
"I have been an art student of Vladimir London and Natalie Richy for a few years now. It was one of the best decisions I ever made to take their personal coaching. I have learned so much about figurative drawing in such a short time, which saved me tens of thousands of dollars and years of my life. Thank you!"
Alex Brown, Correspondence Course student
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Rose C
AMAZING private tutoring at great value
I've been doing the 'Life Drawing Academy Correspondence Course' (the more expensive, but better option) for about 8 months.
This course is beyond anything I expected - you can tell the tutors know what they are doing! You get 100 drawing tasks customised to your individual ability. My first lesson, I had to learn to hold a pencil properly! Now, I am drawing classical architecture and still life objects, and I will be moving onto anatomy and drawing portraits eventually.
How it works:
The tutors send you an email with your 'lesson' (which you do at home, step-by-step.) You send photos/videos to show your completed drawing. Then, the tutors (my tutor is Vladimir London) critique the drawing and give feedback on what you did right/wrong, and how to improve. You keep improving/getting feedback until you have mastered a certain skill (2-point perspective, for example), and then you are given the next 'lesson'. Everything is given in an order which makes sense, gradually getting more complex as you acquire basic skills.
I love that Vladimir actually tells me what is wrong with my drawing and how to fix it, instead of sugar-coating it like most people. My family & friends are really impressed at my drawings already, even though I have just started learning!
I was a bit worried about it being an online course, since theoretically it might be difficult to learn art over the Internet. But, it is actually fine because you can send them videos, visually asking any questions you have. The academy tutors respond with detailed feedback via email. Vladimir London has made custom YouTube videos for me a few times, where he visually answers specific questions I have. You can find their YouTube channel (it's called Drawing Art Academy).
What is studying at this academy like?
To make progress here you will need grit and persistence.
The tutors trained in traditional Russian art academies for many years, so standards are high. They teach you step-by-step, but you have to put in the sustained effort. However, the rewards are endless - to be able to draw anything you want from life or imagination is AMAZING.
This isn't just another 'art' course - it's the real deal for anyone who wants to learn time-honoured, TANGIBLE drawing skills. You will find none of the 'just express yourself' crap that most art colleges teach nowadays. (I went to art college for 2 years, and have already learnt way more drawing skills from doing this course!)
The education here is rigorous, requiring patience & dedication. This is a very good thing, but I'd recommend that you make your experience as holistic as you can. (When I'm finished working, I read art books for fun, go to galleries, sketch my surroundings, chat with other artists etc. - food for the soul, inspiring you to keep learning)
I spend the majority of my day doing the Life Drawing Academy correspondence course assignments. My goal is to become a professional artist, so I take my work seriously. I don't work super long hours, but I consistently put in time to develop my drawing skills 6 days a week.
In Summary:
INSANE VALUE FOR MONEY - literally a one-time price for unlimited private tutoring. You learn SO much. I don't know any other online courses that are at this standard, for such good pricing. The course will require patience and practice if you want to succeed. It is not a 'quick fix' (there are no shortcuts to true mastery of art). It is a genuine path to learning to draw.
The tutoring is highly professional and practical, and you will learn master artists 'secrets' to drawing realistically.
So, if you want to learn to actually draw, and are willing to put in the effort, this course is definitely for you. With the tutors there to answer any questions, and the step-by-step instructions, I feel totally supported to reach my goal of being a portrait and figurative artist!
Y Ichikawa
Thank you, Life Drawing Academy
I thank very much the Life Drawing Academy correspondence course for their art education. This is the best art education I have received in my entire life ! I have been their student for 14 months and I feel my drawing skills have already improved significantly, one step closer to the Russian academic drawings you find online. Although I have a MFA degree in the United States and experience in realistic drawing and painting at ateliers, I decided to start the course from scratch, like "How to hold a pencil". Basic assignments of the course help me to fill in the missing part of my drawing knowledge and skills. They are not less important than advanced figurative drawing but are essential in any type of realistic drawing. I am hoping I will finish the basic tasks successfully in the not-so-far future and move onto the portraits and figure, my most interested area. This is a serious correspondence drawing course but not a course for fun. All you need is dedication, consistency and patience.
Mr Redmond
Wonderful Drawing course
I have been studying with the Life Drawing Academy for some years now. I have found them wonderful for a number of reasons. Firstly I can study at my own pace and own place, important as I work fulltime. Secondly the Life Drawing Academy course was tailor made for my needs and took me step by step through the basics of drawing from types of lines to drawing solids and then elliptical curves. Hatching and rendering are covered in detail. Drawing using a dip pen and ink are also covered. The course at the Life Drawing Academy gave me a great foundation and built up my drawing skills with tasks such as still life of manmade objects on to those with organic objects and the drawing of interiors and the environment around me. All the time the tutors were there to support and encourage. Just an email away was advice and guidance. My drawing skills have developed more than I could have imagined thanks to the wonderful course at the Life Drawing Academy.
"I have known Vladimir and Natalie from the time I took their Anatomy Master Class. When I found out that the new art course, Life Drawing Academy, was coming, I was one of the first to get in. This course exceeds anything I have seen. I can tell you that in every video lesson they teach more about life drawing than I ever got from my entire art college experience. This Academy rocks!"
Richard M.
"I joined the academy a while back. I tell you, there is not a better place in the whole world to learn how to draw. The most wonderful thing that happened to me was having a wonderful teacher, Vladimir. I have been with him for a long time, and he keeps reminding me that I am doing great, don't hurry. He won't leave me. I don't have anything to worry about! He has taught me so much already. So, a very grateful thank you to Mr. London."
Annette Smith
"Thank you so much for all your hard work and help! You are always there when I need some advice or have a new painting and want honest feedback. Your support is simply invaluable. I know that I can rely on the Life Drawing Academy tutors at any time, and this makes me feel very special. I watch video lessons over and over again, and every time, there are new things to learn. I am proud to be a member of this academy."
Sue G.
"I showed one of my Correspondence Course task drawings to a friend, who holds a degree in art. She asked how I managed such a drawing, and I told her it was constructive drawing. She said no-one ever taught her that, and added: 'You are further and know more than many art students of university level, don't you worry!'
Thanks for teaching me the right way!"
Liezl, Correspondence Course student
"Thank you very much for your tutoring. All the material is very well explained. I'm realizing my progress; I've never managed to build well-made drawings like I do now. I still have a lot to improve; the improvement is natural and gradual. Now I understand how to use aerial perspective; I can use it even in a linear drawing. I'm loving the course and the exercises because, as I said, I really see progress. Thank you very much!"
Magno Massolino, Correspondence Course student
"My name is Deepthi, and I am thrilled to be a part of the Life Drawing Academy. Joining this course is an exciting step for me as I work to enhance my skills in creative expression. I want to take a moment to express my gratitude to each of you for creating such a comprehensive and inspiring learning experience. The Academy's commitment to teaching timeless drawing techniques and artistic fundamentals is what drew me to this course, and I'm eager to immerse myself in the lessons and feedback provided by such skilled and experienced tutors. As someone pursuing a career in set design and transitioning into concept art and production design, I am excited to apply the skills I learn here to my creative journey. I look forward to learning, growing, and being inspired by all of you."
Deepthi, Online Course student
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