Best Free Art, Architecture & Design Courses & MOOCs

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Learn How to Paint in Photoshop (Skillshare)

Architecture & Design

Unlock the potential of digital painting with our 'Learn How to Paint in Photoshop' course. Whether you're new to digital art or an experienced artist looking to refine your skills, this class offers a detailed guide on using Adobe Photoshop for creating captivating artwork. Learn about tablets, essential tools, effective blending techniques, and special effects to elevate your creative workflow.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Photoshop Painting Adobe Photoshop

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3D Printing: Solving Problems Through Product Design (Skillshare)

Architecture & Design

Discover the art of transforming daily annoyances into innovative 3D printed solutions. This course guides you through the entire process of designing a functional object that addresses common problems in your morning routine. From initial problem identification to final product realization, expert Lauren Slowik will lead you step-by-step through the creative and technical aspects of 3D printing.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Graphic Design 3D Printing Product Design

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Street sketching, part 1 - Tricks and hints (Skillshare)

Architecture & Design

Embark on a journey from blank canvas to captivating sketches with our 'Street Sketching Part 1: Tricks and Hints' course for beginners. Overcome the fear of starting, learn foundational techniques, and develop the confidence to draw anything you see in the streets. Perfect for aspiring artists who want to start their drawing adventure.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Drawing Penciling Sketching

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Watercolor cactuses in Procreate - digital illustration (Skillshare)

Architecture & Design

Discover the enchanting world of digital illustration with our 'Watercolor Cactuses in Procreate' course. This comprehensive guide will teach you how to blend traditional watercolor techniques with modern digital tools using the Procreate app. Perfect your cactus illustrations, learn texture creation, pattern design, and more—all while utilizing high-quality reference images for commercial and personal projects.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Graphic Design Watercolor Digital Illustration

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Basics of Text In Affinity Designer (Skillshare)

Architecture & Design

Embark on a beginner-friendly project-based course designed to teach you the essential techniques of creating stunning text in Affinity Designer. Whether you're new to graphic design or just new to this software, this course will guide you through the basics and help you create professional-looking texts with ease.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Web Graphics Typography Digital Illustration

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Paper Crafts: Create A Geometric, Paper-Cut Art Piece (Skillshare)

Architecture & Design

Transform ordinary paper into extraordinary art with our 'Create A Geometric, Paper-Cut Art Piece' class. Perfect for beginners and seasoned designers alike, this course guides you through the creation of captivating paper-cut wall art that will add a unique touch to any space. Discover how to blend color, texture, and geometry to craft your own eye-catching masterpiece.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Crafts Paper Cutting

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Watercolor Florals : Step by Step guide to painting white flowers (Skillshare)

Architecture & Design

Join this engaging Watercolor Florals class where you'll learn to paint exquisite white flowers with ease. From basic watercolor techniques to mastering the art of painting whites on whites, this course is designed for both beginners and experienced artists looking to refine their skills. Unleash your creativity and create breathtaking floral artwork!

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Painting Watercolor Flowers

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Pen & Ink: Stylized Line Landscapes (Skillshare)

Architecture & Design

Discover the secrets to crafting breathtaking stylized line landscape drawings with our comprehensive Pen & Ink: Stylized Line Landscapes course. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist looking to refine your skills, this class will guide you through creating detailed and atmospheric scenes using pen and ink techniques. Learn how to develop a compelling composition, incorporate varying line weights, patterns, and master the use of atmospheric perspective to bring your landscapes to life.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Drawing Landscapes

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Intro to HDR Photography: Shooting and Editing High Dynamic Range | Learn with macphun (Skillshare)

Architecture & Design

Dive into the world of HDR photography with this engaging course led by professional Matt Suess. Learn how to capture vibrant, detailed images using multiple exposure settings and master the art of merging them into one dynamic masterpiece. Perfect for those looking to enhance their scenic landscapes, building interiors, or vintage Americana photos.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Photography HDR Photography Macphun