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Live courses

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Drawing Drapery
Next class is Wednesday, Nov 11th 2026 · 5:30 PM – 7:00 PMOnline6 classesAll levels
Discover the secrets behind the mastery of drawing drapery. Learn how to sculpt the folds of different type fabrics and depict how they simultaneously hide, hug, and reveal the form underneath. We will study the techniques of the Great Masters Bernini, Leonardo da Vinci, Dürer, and Michelangelo and then create realistic drawings of drapery on the human body. While developing the technical skills, we will observe how by means of drapery we can express action, movement, and emotions. Suitable for all levels.
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Essential Drawing Course for Beginner
Tuesdays, Jan 5th 2027 – Mar 23rd 2027 · 5:30 PM – 7:00 PMOnline12 classesBeginner
In 12 classes, you’ll learn the techniques of drawing from the beginning. The drawings above are by students who joined this course as absolute beginners. You will build the skills by rendering objects and environments with a teaching method found nowhere else. All drawings will be created in monochrome (black and white) to focus on the basics: light and shadow, line, and dimension.
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How to Paint Portrait Commissions
Next class is Saturday, Nov 14th 2026 · 10:00 AM – 11:30 AMOnline6 classesIntermediate
Learn to confidently take on portrait commissions by painting a portrait from start to finish in your unique style while understanding professional approaches to commissioned work, including pricing, client communication, and achieving likeness.
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Watercolors: Tips, Tricks, & Techniques
Next class is Monday, Nov 9th 2026 · 5:30 PM – 7:00 PMOnline6 classesAll levels
Learn classic and creative watercolor techniques, from color mixing to glazing, in this six-class course designed for beginners. Discover how to control and personalize watercolors, with six live interactive sessions and unlimited access to class recordings for a year.
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Workshops

Standalone lessons in one sitting — register with your membership or buy a seat à la carte.

Drawing Made Easy for the Complete Beginner
Dec 5th 2026Online$20Nikusha Beatty
Learn to Draw in Just One Hour – No Experience Needed! Think you can’t draw? Think again! Drawing Made Easy is an online class designed for complete beginners, proving that anyone can learn to draw in just 60 minutes. No talent? No problem. This step-by-step method breaks down drawing into simple, beginner-friendly techniques that make it fun, easy, and instantly rewarding. In just one session, you'll: Understand the fundamentals of drawing Create a realistic, 3D-looking sketch Overcome self-doubt and unlock your artistic potential Even if you've struggled with drawing before or believe it takes years to master, this class will change the way you see art. Inspired by accelerated learning techniques, it has helped thousands of beginners discover their ability to draw with confidence. All you need is a pencil, paper, and an hour of your time. Join from anywhere -- this class is 100% online! Ready to give it a try? You might just surprise yourself. Sign up now and see how easy drawing can be! Want more? After this class, continue your journey with the Essential Drawing Course for Beginners, a 12-week program that will take your skills to the next level. Perfect for beginners, a fun activity with friends, or a unique gift!

Recordings

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Memberships

Taking more than one course? A membership covers live classes and recordings under one plan, for less than buying them separately.

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Studio Basic
From$79/mo
Learn independantly
- Unlimited access to every recording
- New recordings added every week, automatically
- Curated learning paths
- +1 more
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Studio Plus
From$179/mo
Learn with guidance
- 4 Personal Project Passes for live feedback
- Attend any Thursday or Friday of your choice each month
- Personalized instructor feedback
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All Access
From$350/mo
Learn without limits
- Unlimited live, weekly classes (Monday - Saturday)
- Unlimited Personal Project Coaching sessions
- Every new course included
- +2 more
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College Portfolio Program
Pricing shared in your consultation
- Access to all class recordings
- Access to all live sessions
- Unlimited Group Coaching classes
- +2 more
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For college applicants

College Portfolio Program

Three ways to build a college-ready portfolio — live over a year, in an intensive month, or at your own pace. We'll match you to the one that fits your deadline and how you like to work.

Preparing students for top art colleges: 30 years
Acceptance success rate: 100%
Merit scholarships won by graduates: $3M+

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1 year
Premier
The full live program, from skill-building to a complete application package.
- Live classes for drawing, painting, and conceptual work
- School-by-school portfolio curation and artist statement
- Letter of recommendation from your instructor
1 month
Accelerated
A focused month of daily one-on-one sessions for artists who already have work and time to commit.
- Rigorous daily 1:1 sessions with individualized guidance
- Original work tailored to your artistic goals and target schools
- Curation, titling, and application-package support
At your pace
Recordings + monthly 1:1
Course recordings on your schedule, with a monthly live critique to keep you on track.
- On-demand course recordings for skill-building
- Monthly live one-on-one critique and planning
- Guidance on which pieces to finish and submit

Private lessons & one-on-one

Personalized instruction tailored to your goals and pace. These are purchased separately and begin with a quick chat so we can match you with the right instructor.

Art Career Mentorship

Personal 1-year coaching program with Olya Losina. Work one-on-one with the founder to build a gallery-ready body of work and start a productive art career.

1 year · Consultative pricing

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Olya Losina pointing out details on a student's large city-street painting during a critique in the studio.

Private Consultation

A dedicated one-on-one session with Olya Losina for artists focused on advancing their career: feedback on your work, technique, pricing, and gallery strategy.

In person or on Zoom · $500/hr

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Nikusha Beatty and her private student, Chloe, standing next to Chloe's completed personalized project.

Private Art Class

One-on-one classes with Nikusha Beatty. Work under the guidance of your own instructor, who will suggest a program that fits you — whether it’s just one class or a whole year of learning.

Flexible schedule · $140/hr

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Everything we offer, in one place

Live courses

Drawing Drapery

Essential Drawing Course for Beginner

How to Paint Portrait Commissions

Watercolors: Tips, Tricks, & Techniques

Workshops

Recordings

3D Abstract Inspired by Frank Stella

A View Through the Window - Oil Pastel on Paper

A Walk Down Memory Lane

Abstract Art with a Meaning: Mixed Media

Abstract Art: A Spectrum of Depth & Play

Abstracted Portraiture

Academic Drawing of Figure in Contrapposto

Academic Still Life Drawing

Anatomical Figure in Charcoal

Be Your Own Model

Botanical Flower Illustrations in Pen and Ink

Breaking Boundaries: Female Pioneers in Abstract Art

Brush Away Stress: Exploring Watercolor Basics for Relaxation

Build Confidence Drawing Figures Using Charcoal

Build a Body Piece By Piece

Character Design

Creative Sculpture

Creative Surgery, Figure Drawing

Cut and Composed: Collaged Portrait

Drawing Animals on Tonal Paper

Drawing Figures in Oil Pastel on Black Paper

Drawing With Scissors: Collage Inspired By Matisse

Drawing on Tonal Paper

Facial Structure: Feature by Feature

Fashion Design: Mixed Media on Canvas

Fauve Landscapes: Boats on Water

Fauve Portraits

Faux Glow: How to Create Fluorescence Without Neon Paint

Figure Drawing & Pentimenti - The Art of Change

Figure Drawing for Beginners

Figure Drawing in Mixed Media

Figure Drawing: Triptych

Figure in Bas-Relief

Figure in Collage

Figure in Monoprint

Figure: Mixed Media & Negative Shapes

Floating in Love: Whimsical Figures Inspired by Chagall

Fractured Landscape in Two Steps Strategy

From Studio to Spotlight: Creating Art That Gets Noticed

Fundamental Color Mixing for Acrylics and Oils

Garden in Bloom - Impressionism on Museum Scale

Gargantuan Object in Mixed Media

Glazing: The Renaissance Figure Painting Technique

How To Paint Abstract Illusionism

Human Figure for Beginners: Contemporary Approach

Interior on a Grand Scale

Intro to Mixed Media: 5 Ways to Combine Painting & Drawing

Intro to Mixed Media: Combining Collage & Conté Crayons

Intro to Pen and Ink Drawing

Introduction to Acrylic Painting

Introduction to Charcoal

Introduction to Oil Painting

Introduction to Perspective

Introduction to Temperature of Color in Art

Introduction to Watercolors

Intuitive Abstraction

Large-Format Painting: Dynamic Groups and Gatherings

Learn How to Draw Shiny and Matte Surfaces in Pastel

Mail Model - Collage Made of Postage Materials

NEW! Creative Framing: Adding Value to Your Art

Narrative Drawing

Oil Pastel Portraits on Colored Paper

Painted Bas-Relief in Papier-Mâché

Painting Eyes - The Mirror to the Soul

Painting Faces with Rags, Inspired by Marlene Dumas

Painting Figures in Miniature

Painting Flowers Inspired by Robert Kushner

Painting a Portrait Polyptych on Alternative Surfaces

Painting an Impressionist Landscape with Soft Pastels

Painting in the State of Flow

Painting the Costumed Figure

Painting with Sponge Rollers: Antique Sculpture