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If You Knew the Secrets to
Drawing and Painting
Almost Anything…
What Would You Create?













Soon you can learn the secrets to drawing and painting that most others don't know.

My mission is to help aspiring artists create the art they are truly capable of.

That is why I’ve created this The Shapes of Things: The Secrets to Drawing and Painting Almost Anything course, to give you the "secrets" to drawing and painting I learned in a converted trolley station in Williamsport, Pennsylvania...and all I’ve learned since then.

Because, unfortunately, you won't find these "secrets" to drawing and painting taught anywhere else.

The Shapes of Things: The Secrets to Drawing and Painting Almost Anything course is a combination of seeing, drawing, painting and imagination lessons.

I believe it is only by combining seeing, drawing and painting skills with encouragement of your creativity and imagination that you will learn to create art that is uniquely your own.

Otherwise, you really are trying to swim with one arm.

But, with a willingness to try, to strive, plus these lessons, I'm willing to bet you can develop your abilities much further than you may believe.

And I'm willing to back that belief with my totally risk-free, you-are-totally-satisfied-or-every-penny-of-your-money-back guarantee.

More about that in a minute.

Here are just some of the "secrets" you’ll learn in The Shapes of Things; The Secrets to Drawing and Painting Almost Anything course:

  • The lessons start with how to recognize each of the simple shapes. I show you how the world around you is full of these eight basic shapes and most of the time you probably don't even realize it.

  • You will learn why starting every drawing or painting with the largest, simplest shapes first helps insure the success of your work.

  • I show you how to recognize these basic shapes when many of them are combined to form an object. Imagine how much easier painting a complex object, like a tractor or even a person, would be if you could simplify it into a few very simple shapes.

  • You will learn how light and shadow appear on each of the simple shapes. Knowing this, you can paint almost anything that contains these shapes. As an example, my knowledge of light and shadow on cylinders helped me create from imagination the painting above.

  • I create demonstration drawings and paintings for each of the simple shapes to help free your imagination. Each lesson encourages and helps you create an image that draws on your creativity, rather than just copying what you see.

  • You will learn how you can draw these basic shapes in perspective without actually getting into the complex rules of perspective.

  • I show you how using these shapes to simplify your painting or drawing can not only make it easier to do, it can actually make it more interesting and more powerful.

What happens when you learn to see and paint these basic shapes?

  • You will find composing a drawing or painting becomes faster and easier.

  • You'll tackle with confidence subjects that seemed too difficult before.

  • You will feel the exhilaration of painting from your imagination, knowing the elements in your painting will "look right". (Like the painting of the top hat above.)

  • You will learn that drawing doesn't have to be hard.

  • You’ll gain confidence that you can successfully paint the ideas in your mind.

Here’s what you get when you enroll in The Shapes of Things course:

  • The Shapes of Things: The Secrets to Drawing and Painting Almost Anything manual – this is one of the foundations for everything you will learn. The manual includes:

      8 complete lessons: information-packed pages that explain and demonstrate the "secrets" to drawing and painting almost anything.

      Practice assignments during each lesson so you immediately put to use what you've learned.

      Over 60 photographs and original illustrations that clearly show you what the text explains.

      Links to the art of other fine artists online who use these same concepts in their work. You will be able to learn from their finished paintings, as well!

  • Unlimited access to the online video demonstrations for each lesson.

  • Unlimited email support, Monday through Friday.

      Whenever you have a question, want advice, suggestions or a critique of your work, just email me and get feedback quickly.

      To get the most complete help possible, it would be good if you had access to a digital camera or scanner to email me a picture of what you are working on.

  • A 60 DAY, ABSOLUTELY NO RISK TO YOU, NO QUESTIONS ASKED, 100% MONEY BACK GUARANTEE.


What is the cost of this course?

If this were a regular workshop, it would cost over $100 to $125 per day for a good, experienced instructor.

Most art workshops last three to five days, so your costs range between $300 and $500.

Art classes at an art school cost in the neighborhood of $300 to $400 per quarter.

But, you still wouldn't learn the "secrets" to drawing and painting almost anything in any of these.

Well, you can relax…The Shapes of Things online course won't cost you anywhere close to $500 or even $300 for these "secrets".

Here's the Deal:

The cost of The Shapes of Things: The Secrets to Drawing and Painting Almost Anything course is currently under review.


When does The Shapes of Things course start?

The course begins on Tuesday October 4, 2011.

Enrollment for the course ends at ENROLLMENT FOR CURRENT CLASS NOW CLOSED.

I passionately believe these "secrets" will not only improve your painting and drawing, but I also believe you will use these "secrets" for a lifetime.

And I am willing to back up that statement with a 60 Day, Absolutely No Risk To You, No Questions Asked, 100% Money Back Guarantee. If you’re not happy, then I’m not happy. Because I want satisfied customers who will brag to their friends about this course.

Let's be real here folks! You will have reason to brag to your friends. Because when you enroll in this course you are getting super information at a super price.


Look at what you get in The Shapes of Things course: eight fully illustrated downloadable lessons (one each week for eight weeks), unlimited access to each online video demonstration for each lesson, free unlimited email support Monday through Friday for questions, advice or critiques of your work and a 60 Day No Risk, No Questions Asked, 100% Money Back Guarantee.



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