The Art of 5-Minute Sketching

Streams May 30 – August 30, 2025

Online Class

Getting the Essence

Sometimes, less is more. In this online class we’ll explore the power of brevity in art through quick, expressive sketching.

The focus is not on creating finished pieces, but on developing the ability to observe, respond, and express in real time.

This class is designed to help you move beyond perfectionism and tap into the poetic essence of a subject. Each exercise will challenge you to think on your feet, encouraging you to sketch with intention and without hesitation. By limiting ourselves to five minutes per sketch, you’ll learn to focus on what truly matters – free from overthinking or overworking the drawing – resulting in sketches that are bold, raw, and full of life.

I hope you’ll join me. We’re going to have a lot of fun!

Thank you,

Richard

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    Streams May 30 – August 30, 2025

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Online Class Feedback

  • "The demos were simply phenomenal. Hands down the best class I've ever taken."

    Travis S.

  • "The online classes are pure gold. Your manner of explaining things is the best that I have seen in any online tutorial, and much of the information I have not heard elsewhere."

    Stuart C.

  • "Well-organized and paced perfectly. I will strongly recommend this class to my friends."

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  • "Revealing ... mind-expanding ... liberating."

    Louise G.

  • "The ability to watch and replay, anytime day or night, was perfect. A priceless learning experience."

    Mary Jane B.

  • "The most informative art class I've ever taken."

    Diane G.

  • "Richard not only shows HOW to do things, but also explains WHY ... the info I need to make the skill my own."

    Patricia H.

  • "Does not begin to charge enough for what the classes are worth."

    Lucia M.

  • "I have learned so much from you already. I can’t believe it took me almost 6 years to take a class from you."

    Eileen S.