Skillshare Classes Roundup: 10 Most Popular of September 2022

Spooky season has arrived! It’s time for ghosts, ghouls and goblins — or maybe just a couple pieces of candy.

No matter your Halloween plans, it’s always a treat to learn something new. Here’s a collection of September’s most popular Skillshare classes to help you pick up some new tricks.

Artists swear by keeping a sketchbook to develop your technique, explore new styles and even unlock creative ideas you might have missed otherwise.

But the question of how to begin a sketchbook practice often stops budding artists in their tracks. Let watercolor artist Anne Butera show you how to move past the fear of the blank page and into a bold artistic future. 

If you’re a busy person—and who isn’t?—then you already know sometimes, life just gets in the way. It can feel overwhelming, even impossible, to keep track of everything you need to get done. Illustrator Dylan Mierzwinski knows that feeling well. 

Luckily, she found bullet journaling, a personal, customizable organization system that can help you keep yourself on track. Her knowledge and guidance will help you build a journaling system that works for you. 

Calling all Procreate users with fifteen minutes to spare: your workflow is about to change for the better. Let illustrator Peggy Dean teach you 70 (yes, 70!) Procreate gestures that will make your work process quicker, easier, and more streamlined. You won’t believe how much time you can save with just a few swipes and pinches. 

Content creator Lana Blakely wants to ensure she holds onto her most important memories. So she started memoir journaling as a way to keep it all on record, discovering along the way that she loves the process. You’ll do five journaling exercises with her that will improve your journaling, expand your mind and deepen your understanding of self. And don’t forget—your journals will keep your precious memories safe for years to come. 

If you want your work to be taken seriously, it needs to capture an audience’s attention. Graphic Designer Kyle Aaron Parson wants to help you use InDesign to create documents that will wow any audience, no matter what you’re presenting. Whether you’re designing business cards, articles, brochures, or just trying to build your design skills, you’ll want to make time for Kyle’s advice. 

Abstract gradients are fascinating to look at, but what exactly goes into creating them? Is it impossibly difficult to create something so ethereal? Evgeniya Righini-Brand knows the secrets of gradient meshes in Illustrator, and she’s ready to show you how it’s done. Spend an hour with her, and walk away with the tools you need to create abstract gradients of your own. 

Masking fluid can be tricky to work with, and artist Ohn Mar Win has heard about it from students around the world. Ohn Mar’s expert guidance can help you create dimension and visual interest in your watercolor paintings when using this misunderstood artistic tool. Join her on a journey to discover the magic of masking fluid. 

Have you ever watched a concert or music video, wistfully wishing you could play the guitar too? This is your sign to get started. Musician Taylor Gamble has been playing guitar since she was just a child, and she’s got the knowledge you need to go from novice to rock star. Join her for an in-depth dive into the basics of guitar playing, part of the Complete Guitar Learning Path. 

Personality matters. It drives narratives, adds color and variety to life, and creates bonds between people, as well as between people and art. You could draw the most beautiful art in the world, but if it doesn’t have any personality, your audience probably isn’t going to connect with it. 

Artist Lisa Glanz is here to help. In just half an hour, you’ll learn three different techniques to bring personality to your illustrations. You’ll be amazed to see the difference a few extra steps can bring to your work. 

Artist Brett Eviston created The Art and Science of Drawing program to teach curious creatives just like you how to draw. Now, in his first full-length, step-by-step figure drawing demonstration, Brett will show you how to use dynamic gestures and descriptive line quality to create breathtaking artwork. 

Join him as he walks you through tools, gestures, measuring, use of light and shadow, and everything else you need to strengthen your figure drawing skills. 

Whether you find Halloween fun or frightening, building new skills doesn’t have to be scary. Let your new artistic endeavors lift your spirits throughout October and beyond!