I want to help you make art

Become the artist you were born to be.
Let’s start today.

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Best selling author, Danny Gregory

You don't have to do this on your own

I can teach you to draw because I learned when I was an adult too.

But more importantly I can keep you drawing. You can have an ongoing art habit that makes sense for your life.

I’ve built Sketchbook Skool to let you to continue on your creative adventure. I’ve gathered the best drawing and painting instructors in the world and we’ve built a community of thousands of artists just like you.

Adults who want to enjoy making art without pressure or judgement or anxiety.

You can start making art today!

100,000 artists just like you joined our courses… and found their passion!

“Sketchbook Skool opened my eyes to a daily habit. The community of artists that it has brought together is a wellspring of creative energy that I can’t help but want to be a part of.”

Jason Heitz, Littleton, CO

“Sketchbook Skool is a terrific place for artists of all levels. There’s a large variety of teachers, and the classes give you such depth. The community is very supportive and inspiring. I’m so glad I found this place!”

Lynn Bernstein, Brooklyn, NY

Best-selling courses for beginners

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Dip Into Dip Pens

New! Make organic, expressive art with dip pen drawing and hand lettering techniques. All levels.

Where does creativity come from?
How To Draw Without Talent

Can’t draw a straight line? This special on-demand course was created just for you.

Art Bootcamp

Let’s get ready to make art! A perfect course for beginners or those looking to refresh their skills.

Ready to make art every day?

Discover your

Our Membership Program

Spark is truly unique and packed with our very best stuff. Get up to 3 hours of live instruction and feedback daily. If you are ready to make a commitment to yourself this is for you. Sign up for your free trial.

“Spark has given me the tools and the community that keeps me making art every day. I’m doing what I have always wanted to do. Thank you!”

Laura Madison, Echo, OR

“Through Spark, I’ve been able to try, fail, succeed, and come out happy. Teachers are amazing, helpful, and caring individuals. Thanks Danny for giving me the courage to continue the challenges.”

Lois Steele, Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Community

The space to connect with other artists and share your work in a closed community. Meet other people taking the same course or join discussions about techniques and creative habits.

Get access with the purchase of Spark, or any course, or workshop.

Interact with likeminded people from all over the world.

Instructors

Artists. Illustrators. Designers. Authors. All of our instructors are experts at what they do and can’t wait to share their point of view.

Don’t just take our word for it

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Free Resources

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YouTube Channel

Overcome creative blocks. Learn new skills. Fight your inner critic.
We post weekly tips and encouragement to help get you making more art!

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Art for all Podcast

Our weekly podcast, hosted by Danny Gregory, covers all sorts of creative issues. It is available on all of your favorite podcast apps.

Draw With me

Join Danny for a fun, easy sketching exercise each Thursday at noon Eastern. Started with the goal of helping everyone change their life by learning to draw. 

Get the Book

Look what we wrote!

Can’t even draw a straight line? Get ready to amaze yourself. Start drawing for pleasure today with fun, easy step-by-step drawing lessons. Based on our most popular course.

Art Bootcamp

Fill your first sketchbook.

If you’re just starting out and want a bunch of creative experiences to build confidence and have fun.

Live workshops

In-depth, focused, and a whole lot of fun. Live-streamed workshops help you make a ton of progress in just one weekend. You’ll participate, share, and get help in real-time.

Courses

On-demand art courses that teach you to see like an artist. Our art courses give you the framework to start making, learn something new, and make more art you love.