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RECORDED COURSES

"This course is quite simply the best drawing tuition I’ve seen on the internet and believe me, I’ve looked."

– Sam Rupe, Knoxville TN

"This course is quite simply the best drawing tuition I’ve seen on the internet and believe me, I’ve looked."

– Sam Rupe, Knoxville TN

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to the same great instruction we offer in our Chicago workshops from anywhere in the world! Our growing catalog of online courses makes it easier than ever to learn at Vitruvian Studio.

to the same great instruction we offer in our Chicago workshops from anywhere in the world! Our growing catalog of online courses makes it easier than ever to learn at Vitruvian Studio.

Drawing Basics – The Online Course

by David Jamieson $200.00

Cast Drawing – The Online Course

by David Jamieson $100.00

Portrait Drawing – The Online Course

by David Jamieson $150.00

Drawing Basics – The Online Course

by David Jamieson $200.00

Cast Drawing – The Online Course

by David Jamieson $100.00

Portrait Drawing – The Online Course

by David Jamieson $150.00

Anatomy of the Face

by Melinda Whitmore $100.00

Still Life Painting – The Online Course

by David Jamieson $200.00

Materials Kits Available!

Variable $25.00 – $200.00

Part of Scott H. Young's Ultralearning project!

Taking our online portrait drawing course was how Scott Young improved his portrait drawing skills in 30 days! That and other learning challenges are featured in Ultralearning, his new best-selling book about mastering hard skills.


"Learning to draw is hard. But it’s doubly hard if you don’t have the right technique. Using the approach outlined in this course, I was able to get a lot better at drawing portraits in just one month. Vitruvian Studio is my go-to source for art instruction online."

– Scott H. Young

Part of Scott H. Young's Ultralearning project!

Taking our online portrait drawing course was how Scott Young improved his portrait drawing skills in 30 days! That and other learning challenges are featured in Ultralearning, his new best-selling book about mastering hard skills.


"Learning to draw is hard. But it’s doubly hard if you don’t have the right technique. Using the approach outlined in this course, I was able to get a lot better at drawing portraits in just one month. Vitruvian Studio is my go-to source for art instruction online."

– Scott H. Young

Why Study Online at Vitruvian Studio?

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We've Been Doing This For A Long Time.

Schools world-wide have been scrambling lately to get their course material on the internet, but teaching online isn’t as easy as it may sound.

Making an online course that’s clear, comprehensive, and actually helpful to students takes many months of planning, writing, recording, editing, and testing.

We know, because we’ve been doing this for a long time. Here at Vitruvian Studio, we’ve been teaching online, in one way or another, since 2009, starting at colleges and universities, and then with our own online courses hosted on our website. We’ve seen the good, the bad and the ugly parts of online teaching, so we know what students need, what actually works, and what to avoid.

We've Been Doing This For A Long Time.

Schools world-wide have been scrambling lately to get their course material on the internet, but teaching online isn’t as easy as it may sound.

Making an online course that’s clear, comprehensive, and actually helpful to students takes many months of planning, writing, recording, editing, and testing.

We know, because we’ve been doing this for a long time. Here at Vitruvian Studio, we’ve been teaching online, in one way or another, since 2009, starting at colleges and universities, and then with our own online courses hosted on our website. We’ve seen the good, the bad and the ugly parts of online teaching, so we know what students need, what actually works, and what to avoid.

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Pay Once. Learn Forever.

When you buy something, we believe you should be allowed to keep it. That’s why we don’t use a subscription model for course access. Each course fee is a one-time-only payment, and your access will never expire. That means you can watch, re-watch, and watch again any video from any course you're enrolled in. Once a Vitruvian student, always a Vitruvian student.

Pay Once. Learn Forever.

When you buy something, we believe you should be allowed to keep it. That’s why we don’t use a subscription model for course access. Each course fee is a one-time-only payment, and your access will never expire. That means you can watch, re-watch, and watch again any video from any course you're enrolled in. Once a Vitruvian student, always a Vitruvian student.

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A Complete Experience

Ever bought a how-to-draw book or instructional video and been surprised by how much is missing? They usually start well, but after Steps 1 and 2, they’ll suddenly skip to Step 22. What happened?

The reality is that documenting the whole process of drawing and painting is a huge project that is simply beyond the scope of most books and videos.

That’s why we prefer the online course format. A course isn’t limited by length, so we’re able to include everything –  truly from start to finish.

A Complete Experience

Ever bought a how-to-draw book or instructional video and been surprised by how much is missing? They usually start well, but after Steps 1 and 2, they’ll suddenly skip to Step 22. What happened?

The reality is that documenting the whole process of drawing and painting is a huge project that is simply beyond the scope of most books and videos.

That’s why we prefer the online course format. A course isn’t limited by length, so we’re able to include everything –  truly from start to finish.

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Great for Beginners

While some subjects are more challenging than others, all our courses assume no prior experience from students. All concepts, even the most rudimentary, are thoroughly explained. Still need help? Ask questions on any lesson page, or contact the instructor privately.

Great for Beginners

While some subjects are more challenging than others, all our courses assume no prior experience from students. All concepts, even the most rudimentary, are thoroughly explained. Still need help? Ask questions on any lesson page, or contact the instructor privately.

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The hook tool-tip on your clean-up tool is ideal for "hatching in" muscle striations on the clay.

Show & Tell

Too frequently, art instruction will focus on the why’s of drawing and painting, but not enough on the how’s – or vice versa. But both types of instruction are necessary for students to learn effectively. Thats why we take a two-pronged approach to instruction at Vitruvian Studio: explain and demonstrate. Students emerge from our courses not just with a better grasp of what to do, but also an understanding of why they’re doing it.

Show & Tell

Too frequently, art instruction will focus on the why’s of drawing and painting, but not enough on the how’s – or vice versa. But both types of instruction are necessary for students to learn effectively. Thats why we take a two-pronged approach to instruction at Vitruvian Studio: explain and demonstrate. Students emerge from our courses not just with a better grasp of what to do, but also an understanding of why they’re doing it.

The hook tool-tip on your clean-up tool is ideal for "hatching in" muscle striations on the clay.

Show & Tell

Too frequently, art instruction will focus on the why’s of drawing and painting, but not enough on the how’s – or vice versa. But both types of instruction are necessary for students to learn effectively. Thats why we take a two-pronged approach to instruction at Vitruvian Studio: explain and demonstrate. Students emerge from our courses not just with a better grasp of what to do, but also an understanding of why they’re doing it.

Show & Tell

Too frequently, art instruction will focus on the why’s of drawing and painting, but not enough on the how’s – or vice versa. But both types of instruction are necessary for students to learn effectively. Thats why we take a two-pronged approach to instruction at Vitruvian Studio: explain and demonstrate. Students emerge from our courses not just with a better grasp of what to do, but also an understanding of why they’re doing it.

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Anytime Access

Our online courses are available when you are. There’s no set timetable for proceeding through a course – no start date, no end date, no due dates. Once enrolled, you can access the material as often as you wish, whenever you want. Online courses at Vitruvian Studio operate on your schedule, not ours.

Anytime Access

Our online courses are available when you are. There’s no set timetable for proceeding through a course – no start date, no end date, no due dates. Once enrolled, you can access the material as often as you wish, whenever you want. Online courses at Vitruvian Studio operate on your schedule, not ours.

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Are Online Courses At Vitruvian For Me?

Online art courses at Vitruvian are for anyone. If you have an interest in learning to draw and paint what you see with confidence and understanding, then our online art courses are just for you. We’ve been teaching students at Vitruvian since 2006, and our instructors have a combined 40 years of teaching experience. We understand the challenges of learning to draw and paint, and we know how to help students overcome them.

But don’t take our word for it. Check out the feedback from our students below.

Are Online Courses At Vitruvian For Me?

Online art courses at Vitruvian are for anyone. If you have an interest in learning to draw and paint what you see with confidence and understanding, then our online art courses are just for you. We’ve been teaching students at Vitruvian since 2006, and our instructors have a combined 40 years of teaching experience. We understand the challenges of learning to draw and paint, and we know how to help students overcome them.

But don’t take our word for it. Check out the feedback from our students below.

What Kind of Drawing Will You Learn?

To get a sense of what we offer, watch this time-lapse demonstration by Vitruvian instructor David Jamieson. This is the same drawing technique he teaches in our online portrait drawing course.

What Kind of Drawing Will You Learn?

To get a sense of what we offer, watch this time-lapse demonstration by Vitruvian instructor David Jamieson. This is the same drawing technique he teaches in our online portrait drawing course.

What our Students Say...

Great course. Great instruction. I have tried several online art classes. None compare to this one, and I hope to take additional courses from Vitruvian in the future. David does not rush through his presentations and does not leave out the details, requiring the students to guess how to fill in the blanks like many other online courses do. I would recommend this course to anyone.

Charlie, Panama City Beach, FL

I have just completed Drawing Basics with David Jamieson. It is a very well made online course both in terms of its content and how it is presented. David's teaching is clear, detailed and logical, and I have learned a lot from it. I highly recommend this to anyone who are interested in learning the basics of drawing. I hope more online courses will be made available such as in painting still life. Thank you David for sharing your knowledge!

Helle, Copenhagen, DENMARK

I want you to know that I have tried other online courses and you are the best one out there. Your method of teaching is just great. I have watched the first two lessons completely at least 6 times, and each time I pick something up. Usually it is just something so small it can be overlooked easily. My work has gotten better because of it and for that I truly thank you.

– Ray, Wooster, OH

What our Students Say...

Great course. Great instruction. I have tried several online art classes. None compare to this one, and I hope to take additional courses from Vitruvian in the future. David does not rush through his presentations and does not leave out the details, requiring the students to guess how to fill in the blanks like many other online courses do. I would recommend this course to anyone.

Charlie, Panama City Beach, FL

I have just completed Drawing Basics with David Jamieson. It is a very well made online course both in terms of its content and how it is presented. David's teaching is clear, detailed and logical, and I have learned a lot from it. I highly recommend this to anyone who are interested in learning the basics of drawing. I hope more online courses will be made available such as in painting still life. Thank you David for sharing your knowledge!

Helle, Copenhagen, DENMARK

I want you to know that I have tried other online courses and you are the best one out there. Your method of teaching is just great. I have watched the first two lessons completely at least 6 times, and each time I pick something up. Usually it is just something so small it can be overlooked easily. My work has gotten better because of it and for that I truly thank you.

– Ray, Wooster, OH

FAQs about Online Art Courses at Vitruvian...

FAQs about Online Art Courses at Vitruvian...

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