Did you miss out on art school?
Improve your art skills without spending tens of thousands of dollars (or hours) investing in a piece of paper. Uncover the tips and techniques to improve your skill and create the art you’ve only dreamed of making.
If the idea of being self-taught has you hiding instead of standing proud, let’s fill those learning gaps with the kind of practice that not only improves your foundational skills but has you proudly proclaim, “I’m the artist!”
Self-Taught to Self-Confident is an advanced learning program for creatives who are ready to take their art to the next level.
This program is right for you if you struggle to get your marks where you want them to go. You admire people who produce something that’s taken a lot of skill and you are curious to see how good you can become.
You’re right for Self-Taught to Self-Confident if you want to build your skill and ultimately develop your unique artist voice. You’re tired of taking “paint-like-me” courses and seek foundational learning that develops in you the confidence to begin asking, “what do I want to say?”
If you:
⇒ Want to confidently create your art,
⇒ Struggle to climb out of your creative plateau,
⇒ Tire of copying photos and wish you made your own art,
⇒ Feel lost in a sea of Youtube and Pinterest tutorials,
⇒ Feel like you don’t have natural talent,
⇒ Always wanted to pursue art but never fully committed,
…you’re in the right place!
Self-Taught to Self-Confident will give you the tools, inspiration and unparalleled support to create art that makes you proudly proclaim, “I’m the artist.”
My name is Carrie Brummer and I’ve taken everything I’ve learned from:
>> working on my own art, including being part of a group exhibition at The Smithsonian and The Kennedy Center for Performing Arts,
>> exhibiting art across the US, in the United Arab Emirates, Oman, and Canada,
>> celebrating a solo show of my art in Ottawa, Canada in November 2019, and combined it with:
>> my background in education, which includes winning several grants for my lessons,
>> decades of teaching experience, and a masters from the George Washington University,
to create a complete system and practice strategy for building your art foundations so you can confidently make any art with you wish to create.
Self-Taught to Self-Confident isn’t so much a curriculum as it is a training program
Yes, you’ll learn the knowledge and theory that feel like learning gaps in your education, but more importantly, you’ll have a step-by-step strategy for practice you can use with any medium.
The end result: See quick improvements in your skill because you have a clear system and step-by-step strategy to build your skill and ultimately improve all of the art you make.
You will complete your first series of artworks to proudly share (or sell) and walk away with a unique style.
By the end of this program you will:
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Improve all of the art you create because of your confident use of the basics of composition and design.
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Use the exact techniques to be more realistic so that you’re ready to explore different styles and develop your unique artist voice
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Be completely capable of drawing anything you want so that you’re eager to take creative risks with your art
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Confidently offer and receive valuable feedback to and from your peers as you start to believe in yourself and your work
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Unlock the artist you’ve hidden away as you follow through on your art goals
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Create the art you dream of making and proudly share it with the people you love
I have started developing the skills that help me realize my vision and create unique artwork.
I understand better how to listen to feedback and stay on the course while setting aside criticism that isn’t helpful to me as an individual.
Carrie is a valuable asset to my art practice, and I am glad she provides so many opportunities to learn from her.
“She Rises” by Tia Sunshine
My alma mater? Today the cost for one year’s tuition is $84,000.
Self-Taught to Self-Confident is NOW open for enrollment
6 MONTHLY PAYMENTS of
$275
A ONE-TIME PAYMENT of
$1500
You are amazing and a true gift for all artists!
I attribute a significant amount of my drawing abilities to Carrie and the feedback I received from her.
I have been able to finish several paintings I might have given up on thanks to her critique.
What’s Inside Self-Taught to Self-Confident
Phase 1 Module 1
To build your skill, you need to know which techniques to practice.
Module 1 is an introduction to the foundational skills that will help you draw and paint what you imagine.
By the end of this module, you will be familiar with foundational drawing techniques that you can use to practice building skill.
Fundamentals Bootcamp: Developing Your Skills
Highlights:
- The one thing most artists miss when working from photo reference
- Three common mistakes made by newer artists
- Special tricks to help you train your artist eyes
Fundamentals Bootcamp: Elements of Art
Highlights:
- Why art theory helps improve your art
- Practice activities so you know how to use each element of art
- How different techniques convey different elements of art
Phase 1 Module 2
Here is when we fill the greatest of your learning gaps.
This module will introduce you to the true building blocks of making art. You will learn how to consciously use each element to make powerful art.
By the end of Module 2 you will have both the tools and the theory to start applying your newfound skill and knowledge to create stronger art.
Phase 1 Module 3
You’ll learn how to use the Principles of Art to create stronger art.
By the end of Module 3, you will understand how techniques, Elements and Principles of art work together with composition to create skillful art.
Fundamentals Bootcamp: Composition
Highlights:
- Best practices for working with an image reference
- How a kind of fun and quick planning can pay big dividends for your finished work
- A method of laying out your composition invented by Renaissance masters
Fundamentals Bootcamp: Still Life, Landscapes, and People
Highlights:
- The one kind of perspective artists often forget
- How a specific kind of space can transform your portraits
- Different ways to make a more compelling still life
Phase 1 Module 4
Learn the unique ways techniques apply to different subject matter.
This module will help you explore still life, landscape and people as a means to practice and further develop your skill. You will learn subject specific techniques that help you create better still lifes, landscapes and portraits.
By the end of Module 4 you will begin to connect how all of the practices inform your art. You’ll realize the power of training our eyes to see like an artist.
Phase 2 Module 5
In this Phase you will unpack what it means to have a practice, and how you can create a practice that suits you, your life, and your goals
By the end of this module you will have set up a system to show up regularly for your art, decide what to practice in terms of skill development, and start exploring larger art projects in your preferred medium.
Developing a Practice: How to Make More Art
Highlights:
- Skip the crazy complicated planners and learn a simple 5-minute process for prioritizing art (and life!) goals
- Apply Phase 1 learnings to your preferred medium
- Walk you through the process of answering the question, “what’s next for my art?”
Finding Your Voice: How to Create Original Art
Highlights:
- Uncover two methods to recognize and step into your unique artist voice
- Enjoy a clear vision for exploring all the ideas and materials you enjoy
- See how style doesn’t have to be limiting, but instead can set you free
Phase 3 Module 6
Phase 3 centers on the development of our artistic voice. By the end of this module you will have step-by-step methods for exploring ideas and giving voice to the inspirations that drive your work.
You will begin to recognize what makes your art uniquely yours and start working in series to convey that vision.
Inside Self-Taught to Self-Confident you get…
⊕ 6 Implementation Modules
that show you everything you need to do to reach new levels of skill to confidently draw and paint whatever you want.
⊕ The Finish and Follow Through Guide
to help you show up, make the most of this program, and most importantly: make more art.
⊕ Extensive Mindset Training
Embrace your inner critic as a tool for good and stop procrastination and creative block before it starts.
⊕ Step-By-Step Demonstrations
so that you can get your practice in AND still have time for your “regular” art.
These Bonuses to Master Your Skill and Maintain your Momentum
Online Forum For Connection and Feedback
(value $297)
Art can feel lonely. Community provides support AND accountability to get you where you want to be with your art. This is where you’ll meet and connect with like-minded artists, trade valuable feedback and enjoy virtual high-fives and encouragement every step of the way.
Weekly digests sent to your inbox keep you updated about ongoings inside the group while also limiting the notifications inside your inbox. It’s our space away from the grind, comparison and drama of social media.
Our community space integrates directly with Teachable so no extra passwords needed, either.
You’ll be able to use this space to:
- quickly troubleshoot drawing exercises
- have someone else’s fresh eyes to look at your work
- hold yourself accountable on different activities
- get extra support from kind, supportive creatives doing the same work as you
Weekly Check-Ins (Mentorship and Coaching)
(value $897)
I host weekly Zoom calls where you can ask questions and get feedback tailored to your art. This is your opportunity for regular art critique that actually improves your art. Even better: this never expires. You have it for life.
Feedback is one of the key ingredients listed by Anders Ericsson in his research on developing skill and expertise. You grow faster with feedback.
(We believe in consent, being in service of the artist and the work, and honoring the need for affirmation and validation as part of the process.)
Use these coaching sessions to:
- get specific feedback for a work in progress
- get actionable next steps tailored to where YOUR skill is
- practice giving and receiving feedback to inform artistic decisions
- get questions answered about any of the program content
Common mistakes artists make (Value $97)
In this bonus module, you learn to avoid common mistakes made by artists.
This includes videos where I walk you through:
- how to render hair
- how to convey fur
- how artists can unintentionally flatten their art.
These include student examples as well as video tutorials where you follow along with drawings I complete.
Combined Program and Bonuses Total Value: $3285
Skip the art school fees and become the artist you are meant to be:
Self-Taught to Self-Confident is open for enrollment
6 MONTHLY PAYMENTS of
$275
A ONE-TIME PAYMENT of
$1500
You are amazing and a true gift for all artists!
Backed by a 7-day Risk Free Guarantee
Self-Taught to Self-Confident is the most comprehensive, step-by-step skill-building program for artists excited and committed to building their skill and developing their unique artist voice.
Our community is filled with kind, helpful, motivated, and supportive members who are practicing art foundations to create stronger art. When you join you will be part of this group.
By the end of these 7 days, you’ll have received access to the first module. Meaning, you’ll have had the opportunity to address your mindset and create a way to measure your growth BEFORE making a final commitment.
If you don’t feel totally confident and motivated by your drawing skill (and your ability to grow), simply reach out and we’ll refund your investment. FULL details here.
Skip the art school fees and become the artist you are meant to be:
Self-Taught to Self-Confident is open for enrollment
6 MONTHLY PAYMENTS of
$275
A ONE-TIME PAYMENT of
$1500
You are amazing and a true gift for all artists!
If you’re thinking this sounds amazing but
I’m still not 100% sure keep reading…
You should give Self-Taught to Self-Confident a 7-day risk free try if
you’re motivated by any of the following:
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Commonly Asked Questions
How much time do I need for the course?
What materials will I need?
If you want, you can have an HB or 2B pencil and one 4B, 5B or 6B pencil. This is optional, but will help with your values in your drawings.
My personal practice is that the quality of material comes later. Let’s work with what we have!
Student Work
What tech skills do I need?
Our community space is hosted through Circle.so but it’s integrated into Teachable so you don’t have to leave Teachable or make a separate password to sign in.
Our monthly Q&As will be hosted using Zoom and you can join with video, audio or only with chat.
In order for me (and your peers) to offer you quality feedback I will need quality photographs for you to post in our community. This means taking photos in decent light and square to the camera lens (which can be your tablet or phone). I teach how to do this inside the first modules of the program.
If you get frustrated enough to throw your art supplies through your screen after one tech bump in the road, an online course may not be a good fit for you.
If you are willing to be persistent and patient in the face of tech difficulties (while still thinking about breaking the silly computer) I’m here to help.
What if I’m completely new to drawing?
Sometimes complete beginners feel intimidated by the different skill levels they observe in our Q&As and on our posts. EVERYONE has started where you are, but if that is too vulnerable for you it may be better to wait and join after you have some practice under your belt.
There is research out there that suggests surrounding yourself with people you admire (their skill or their achievements) and I assure you, there is no better group of humans to show up and share your art with than the lovely people who sign up for Self-Taught to Self-Confident.
How will this help me as an abstract artist?
I firmly assert that drawing foundations inform ALL art.
If you feel like learning gaps are limiting your work, let’s fill those gaps and get you back to your canvas, where you can confidently express yourself as an abstract artist. (Note: if you are a non-objective abstract artist, this program is not a good fit.)
Why not invest in another online program?
This is a great way to learn new skills and if you feel called to take other classes go for it. Find the teachers and lessons that speak to you. But if you want a system of learning you can use and apply to all of your art, for the rest of your life, this is the course for you. You can apply these same ideas to any medium.
What if I change my mind?
By the end of these 7-days, you’ll have received access to the first module.
Meaning, you’ll have had the opportunity to address your mindset and create a way to measure your growth (and a plan of attack) BEFORE making a final commitment.
If you don’t feel totally confident and motivated by your drawing skill (and your ability to grow), simply reach out, show us you’ve put in the work, and we’ll refund your investment.
I’m still not sure if I’m a good fit?
Let’s help you get the results in your art you’ve always dreamed of!
You might be surprised to hear this:
I don’t really care if you are good at drawing.
What actually concerns me is you,
confidently making the art you were put on this planet to make.
A lot of people say to me, “I don’t want to be an artist Carrie, and I have no plans to sell my art.
I just want to be able to draw a family member for a gift, or draw something in front of people and not feel embarrassed.”
Self-Taught to Self-Confident will definitely help you realize these goals. It has for others. But something else happens, too.
You realize you’ve always been an artist.
This is a transformation that moves you from a creative who “dabbles” in art or feels “all over the place” with their style to
confidently making decisions about your art and creative life as a practicing artist (whether your goal is to draw family members or make abstract art to sell).
Most online art programs take the approach of “paint or draw like me.” The teachers introduce techniques they use in their specific medium and style and show you how they paint or draw. This is a great way to learn new skills and if you feel called to take classes like this go for it.
But if you want a system of learning you can use and apply to all of your art, for the rest of your life, this is the course for you. You can apply these same ideas to any medium, to any style of art.
When it comes to your art, few things move the needle faster than developing your art foundations.
It’s the master key that unlocks time and motivation to keep going, to ultimately make the art YOU want to create.
And while I totally hear you when you say this is just a hobby…
I want to offer you this super important reframe:
If you had limited time left on this planet, would you find the time then?
▶️ The person not quite ready to call themselves an artist, who imagines what it would be like to realize a greater level of skill.
▶️ The person who can’t afford or doesn’t want to attend art school, but feels like s/he is missing out.
▶️ The creatively blocked person, tired of depending on image references.
▶️ The time-starved person who wants to make every minute of art-making count.
You don’t have to painfully scroll through your Instagram watching fellow artists share inspiring, beautiful art while you wonder if you have something worth sharing.
I promise: you do.
When you’re equipped with the foundational skills to draw or paint WHATEVER you want to create,
your big dreams for your art no longer need to wait for a magical “someday.”
Create art with confidence, knowing that every action brings you closer to owning the powerful, impactful voice that shines through in your art.
You are an artist.
So that’s the opportunity I want to invite you to seize right now.
To FINALLY build the foundational art skills…
… and actively apply them, generating improved skill (and new ideas) for your art starting today.
>>Here’s the project plan to make it happen.<<
Cheering you on,
Carrie
Skip the art school fees and become the artist you are meant to be:
Self-Taught to Self-Confident is open for enrollment
6 MONTHLY PAYMENTS of
$275
A ONE-TIME PAYMENT of
$1500
You are amazing and a true gift for all artists!