Artistic Development: Improving One's Work Through Intentional Study (Daytime)

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Wednesdays (six-weeks) | Noon to 2pm

Dates: Jan 28 | Feb 4 | Feb 11 | Feb 18 | Feb 25 | Mar 4
Skill Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Clinton Pope, Concept Artist

Fee: $165 Members, $225 Non-Members

This course will teach students how to build art skills through focused study, improved practice, smart use of reference, and a solid understanding of fundamentals to improve their work. Students will learn how to make steady progress, study from master artists, and turn what is practiced into stronger original work. Clear guidance, hands-on exercises, and constructive critiques will help students leave the course with improved skills and a study plan they can continue using on their own.

This course is best suited for students who have some prior art experience and are ready for candid, direct guidance.

Supplies:

Students will need to bring a sketchbook or a drawing tablet, a ruler, and their favorite drawing tools.

Clinton Pope is a concept artist and former portrait artist whose work spans graphite, oil, digital painting, and tattooing. He clawed his way out of Michigan during the automotive industry crash by scraping together just enough funds through commissioned freelance portraits and set off for Washington, D.C. in a rusted-out car whose engine exploded on a mountainside halfway there. From that rough start, he rebuilt his life, eventually moving to Florida, launching his own business, and spending the past several years mentoring artists and exhibiting in galleries.

Clinton's philosophy is wide-ranging, but one idea grounds it all: if you wait for motivation, you’re sunk — real progress comes from determination, deliberate learning, and stubborn discipline. Clinton’s classes are blunt, honest, and focused on pushing artists forward with zero ego and just enough humor to keep things human.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Sunday, January 18, 2026

Any registrations submitted after the registration deadline includes a $35 late fee.

REFUNDS

All refund requests must be submitted in writing and will incur a $35 handling fee. If a class or workshop is cancelled due to low enrollment, a full refund will be available. If a class or workshop is not cancelled and refund is requested, a reimbursement will be made in full up to seven days prior to the class or workshop starting date. No reimbursement will be made after the seven-day period.