How to Draw

Unit 1 18 Hours

Drawing Basics with Cleo Papanikolas

Drawing Basics

Unit 2

Drawing the Everyday Every Day with Kate Bingaman-Burt

Drawing the Everyday Every Day

Unit 3

Color Techniques for Drawing with Cleo Papanikolas

Color Techniques for Drawing
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Do you want to learn how to draw but don't know where to start? In this class, professional painter & illustrator Cleo Papanikolas shares fun, beginner-friendly drawing techniques that can turn anyone into an artist.  See all Design bundles here

Course Instructors

Cleo Papanikolas

Cleo Papanikolas

Cleo Papanikolas is a painter, author, illustrator, and maker of Cleomade products. She has a BFA in printmaking from California College of Arts (and Crafts), and an MFA in painting from the University of California at Berkeley. She is the author and illustrator of Cook Until Desired Tenderness (North Atlantic Books). She illustrated The Comfort Queens Guide To Life (Random House) and a line of over 100 licensed products based on the book.
Kate Bingaman-Burt

Kate Bingaman-Burt

Kate Bingaman-Burt makes work about the things we buy and the feelings we feel. The building blocks of her work include: bright colors, hand lettering, inventories of illustrated objects, and input and interaction from the communities of awesome people who contribute to her crowd-sourced projects. Her dual roles as commercial illustrator, full-time educator, and project-based artist overlap inform an intricate creative practice. She is the Associate Director of the School of Art+Design at Portland State University and an Associate Professor of Graphic Design. Her role as both leader and collaborator with her students is an integral part of her creative practice.
  • Muhamad F. Apr 8, 2025

    Thank you! this really inspires me to build a habbit drawing everyday

  • Mocoven M. Jun 5, 2024

    Thanks Kate, you really inspired me pickup drawing again and it kept me being myself from busy work and life.

  • Cara . Dec 30, 2023

    Great course! Short and sweet, and I feel very inspired now to make drawing a regular (if not daily) habit :)

  • S. Oct 13, 2022

    I just loved this course. It really inspired me to start drawing with more confidence.

  • Aru A. Feb 6, 2022

    I disagree with some of the other comments here. This class was fun to watch and inspiring for a beginner like myself. Cleo seemed like a friendly tutor. I learnt many different tips and tricks throughout her class. :)

  • White K. Feb 4, 2022

    This class is exactly the healthy comfort food I needed. I am a graphic designer who has always felt intimidated by illustrating but have always wanted to go for it. This is the perfect encouragement.

  • Steven T. Jan 29, 2022

    Loved it.

  • Sofia G. Aug 7, 2021

    It's always interesting to see each artist's thinking process and creation process and I really enjoyed this class because she explained very throughly her tools and steps to create her illustrations while sharing some tips. Overall a really fun experience.

  • Pax K. Jul 24, 2021

    Thank you for the amazing course. Right now I'm in Sydney in our biggest lockdown because of covid 19. Its been a hard month. After doing this course I'm now happy up to have all this free time to create. Thanks for helping me turn the lights on.

  • Rebecca S. Jun 7, 2021

    What a delightful and helpful instructor and class! Kate's insights, tips, and demo....not to mention her personal narrative....was fun and just the 'right size' to get started on a drawing journey.

  • Loann S. Mar 27, 2021

    The instructor was nervous in the beginning of the class, but then relaxed as the lessons progressed. This class is a great overview for beginners on different color techniques. The most frustrating part was the camera work. Too many times the camera was focused on the teacher and not on what she was demonstrating. And the camera stayed on her for long periods of time. One time she said, "If you look closely...you can see what I'm saying..." And the camera STILL stayed on her. It's as if the camera person zoned out and wasn't really paying attention.

  • Hilary L. Feb 7, 2021

    I agree with the reviewer who noted that Cleo does start off a bit awkwardly. Having never done a live demo myself, I can't imagine how nerve-racking it is. But her natural talent shines through, and in the end, she wins us over with her unmistakable passion for sharing her art (tips, tricks n' all) with the world.

  • Dianna D. Dec 5, 2020

    Clear, concise and fun instruction on how to use different media and techniques for creating colorful illustrations.

  • Dianna D. Dec 4, 2020

    Inspiring. It made me feel like drawing again.

  • Rachel M. Nov 10, 2020

    Inspirational! All in all, the class was pretty simple: take some time every day to draw...anything. But sometimes you need someone to tell you that. Kate's very down to earth manner makes you feel like you can do what she has done. And you can! I just finished the course and feel very excited to draw. I'm already thinking of all the things I want to draw. I do think, format-wise, we shouldn't have spent so much time in the middle of the class talking about materials. I think it's probably best for people to get started with what they have and then, if it becomes a habit, invest in some good materials. At least that's how I'm approaching it. But I you can always skip that part, I suppose!

  • Lisa M. Nov 5, 2020

    Kate, your style, your videos are so refreshing. They aren't "you should do this" only suggestions on what works for you. Mistakes are welcome. Dive straight into ink. As a fellow graphic design who hated drawing (except chickent scratching design ideas in my journal), this has helped me find a style I look forward to drawing everyday. Thank you for a quick, easily digestible series of videos.

  • pree S. Jul 29, 2020

    The class was good, like a 101 & lots of motivation to really get out there & start drawing. But I wish there was more on the actual drawing. My advice is catch the class online for free & then decide if you wanna buy.

  • Bwen . Jun 14, 2020

    Love Kate's energy. Hearing her story gave me (I can't draw. Seriously. ) the motivation to challenge myself to draw too! (Btw, I just purchased some faber castell pens and a moleskin after watching this : ) )

  • Lu C. Jun 1, 2020

    Loved the quick and fun demonstration. personally, i loved it with less color, but, that's just me. the color looks nice too! the class is not concentrated on techniques though.

  • ple L. May 26, 2020

    Really love Kate bingamanburt's style :)

  • Ashanti G. May 22, 2020

    Excellent!!!!! Very inspiring!

  • Lily W. Apr 25, 2020

    I think this course was very inspirational to start small and really just have a go at drawing everyday and I can't wait to get started. Thanks Kate! Loved seeing all the projects & possibilities that came out from just doing something daily and consistently :)

  • marcelle G. Apr 20, 2020

    I love this class!!! Cleo is such a natural, enthusiastic and funny teacher. She shares her ideas very freely and makes learning so much fun. She likes to explore her materials by experimenting and also making charts. In art school I always thought this was a little boring, but Cleo makes it fun. It is a good way to warm up and prepare to draw and then begin paint. I have learned to enjoy this process so much by taking this class. I would recommend this class to both beginners and experienced artists.

  • Erin K M. Apr 18, 2020

    This was fantastic and exactly what I needed. I really enjoyed spending time in Kate's studio and learning from her and seeing how she works. This is really inspirational for a drawing newbie! Thanks Kate and Creative Live!

  • Sara G. Apr 14, 2020

    Best class ever! She is the Best. I Love her works. I woke up my inspiration after getting inside Kate Bingaman-Burt Classes. Really recommend her classes.

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