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No Stroke Left Behind  Workshop Series

"Olivia"

 

Weekly Classes start Feb 4, 2025

 

Ready to create a lifelike portrait together? 

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Looking for a new and exciting way to learn Colored Pencil?

 

 This NEW No Stroke Left Behind workshop gives you expert guidance in a supportive group virtual classroom!

 

The live classes will be conducted on the Zoom platform.

 In this workshop, you'll learn how to:

  • Transition from reference photos to a detailed fine art drawing.
  • Apply Oil-Based colored pencils to create the grisaille.
  • Achieve realism with a limited palette by focusing on key details.
  • Use three-dimensional shading to enhance depth of values.
  • Leverage color to boost color intensity and drama.
  • Create warm, lifelike skin tones.
  • Master drawing on Pastelmat using dry brush blending and other specialized techniques.

 

 

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Let me tell you why I created the FACE VALUE program 

Why I created this portrait course

Beyond a Pretty Photo

In FACE VALUE, I share my complete colored pencil portrait process, transforming you from being unsure to being capable of breathtaking realism.

Imagine capturing life's essence on paper, the glint in an eye, the warmth of a smile – this program empowers you to create portraits that transcend mere pictures, becoming cherished memories and testaments to your own artistic growth and unique style.

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You'll Learn How To Create Lifelike Artwork

Stoke-by-Stroke

In a safe space and with a supportive environment!

Guidance

Get The Support and Training You Need

From Confusion to Creation: Tired of struggling with facial features or being fearful about drawing portraits? This workshop will empower you to make independent artistic choices. 

Build confidence in your drawing and shading abilities, and create a realistic colored pencil portrait you'll be proud of!

A Little About Me

Award-winning artist, instructor, podcaster, and show judge John Middick (CPSA) wears many hats, but his main focus is helping other artists.

After a 20-year hiatus, he reignited his artistic passion and has since become an influential voice in the Colored Pencil community. He seeks to provide other aspiring artists with easy access to resources and information about developing their craft.

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“Best investment I've ever made…”

“I admit that I swallowed hard at the price when I first signed up for John's "Face Value" course. But three years later, that purchase -- and others I've made from John since then -- are among the best investments I've ever made. John is an amazing teacher; knowledgeable, perceptive, articulate, and honest but always kind and constructive in critique. I haven't found any other online program that offers the range of opportunities and personal availability that John offers, from recorded courses through live teaching, group discussions, individual mentoring and this community. What I've learned here is more than worth the price.”

Catherine Murphy

“The support is absolute key...”

“The support of John and the others I have met at Sharpened Artist is the absolute key to my future success.

The Office Hours, where I get to interact with John and colored pencil artists of all levels of skill, help me so much. Sitting through John's online critiques and listening to the feedback from other Sharpened Artist students helps me learn without just running my face right into a wall (ie. the hard way.)”

Gary Etherton

“beyond my expectations...”

“For so many years I purchased colored pencil books, wanting to learn the correct way to use colored pencils. John's teaching methods of layering and blending are beyond my expectations!"

Dee Siffer

What's Included

Live Zoom Workshop
 

Live Video Classes

Instead of feeling stuck and isolated, imagine having expert guidance several times a week! And from the privacy of your home.

Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday:

3:30 to 5:30 PM Eastern Time

 

Downloadable PDF guides

 

Downloadable Resources

The reference photos for this artwork are ready to download once you purchase the workshop.
The class schedule (including dates and times) is also in a pdf format and ready to download or print so you can easily follow along.

And finally, the supply list is ready, so you can be sure to have everything you need before beginning the workshop.

Engaging

 

Supportive Environment

Benefit from structured Q&A sessions, personalized feedback on your drawing each step of the way. Join a community of passionate artists in a relaxed yet focused workshop designed to enhance your colored pencil skills like never before.

Trying to Decide?

This course is for you if...

  • You're ready to advance to a new skill level and fix any gaps in your foundation!
  • You've been trying to learn on your own but haven't achieved the results you want.
  • You crave feedback and support, but lack a community of like-minded artists to help you grow.
  • You're ready to study and learn each facial feature in isolation.
  • You want to increase your enjoyment and fulfillment in drawing.

This course is not for you if...

  • You're completely satisfied with your current skill level.
  • You prefer to learn in isolation and have no interest in personalized instruction and/or community support.
  • You're not ready to invest in yourself and gain the confidence to tackle projects and techniques you once thought were impossible.

$500 OFF During Presale

Growth (annual) Access:

$2,997  $2,497 thru March 13, 2024

 

 VIP (lifetime) Access:

$3,997  $3,497 thru March 13, 2024

3-Month Payment Option

$99

USD

NOW, and $99 for the next 2 months.

  • One Year Access to the workshop recordings
  • Email Access to your instructor
  • Master Award-Winning Techniques from an established artist.
  • Participate in live class sessions (on Zoom) where you can receive immediate feedback and direction.
  • Enjoy the flexibility of online access to workshop recordings—review lessons on your own schedule.
  • Get your specific questions answered with structured Q&A time in each session.
  • Unparalleled Support: Connect with like-minded artists in an engaging, supportive environment. Also, receive live critiques and personalized help from your instructor.
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Annual Access

$297

Payment Options Available (at checkout)

  • One Year Access to the workshop recordings
  • Email Access to your instructor
  • Master Award-Winning Techniques from an established artist.
  • Participate in live class sessions (on Zoom) where you can receive immediate feedback and direction.
  • Enjoy the flexibility of online access to workshop recordings—review lessons on your own schedule.
  • Get your specific questions answered with structured Q&A time in each session.
  • Unparalleled Support: Connect with like-minded artists in an engaging, supportive environment. Also, receive live critiques and personalized help from your instructor.
  • Limited Enrollment: Secure your spot in this exclusive workshop—only 20 spaces available!

 

 

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VIP (lifetime)

$3,997

USD

  • Everything from Growth plan PLUS...
  • LIFETIME Access to the course
  • Additional Weekly Bonus Wednesday Office Hours (1 yr)
  • 12 Private Art Mentoring Calls  
  • Bonus Coupons: 50% Off ALL Courses and Workshops in 2024
  • NEW Face Value community: First Year FREE with private circle access (VIP discount after 1 yr) 
  • NEW Bonus Physical Gift Package: paper, pencils, giclee artwork, and art tools!)
  • NEW Micro Coaching: Instant answers from your instructor. Direct access on your phone via video, voice, and text with WhatsApp!
  • Payment Plan Options! 
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