Skillshare Classes

Learn Calligraphy, Hand Lettering, Procreate, and Adobe Photoshop Online

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Modern Calligraphy: Design A Flourished Script Layout in Procreate

This project-based class teaches you how to create a flourished calligraphy layout combining 10+ lines of calligraphy into a stunning composition that you can print, share online, and apply to products.

Procreate for Absolute Beginners: An In-Depth Intro to iPad Drawing

This is the course to get you started from the very, very beginning. The 38 lessons are for people with no experience using Procreate yet, but who are excited to dive in and master this powerful app.

Calligraphy for Mindfulness: 8 Reflections and A Meditative Exercise

In this class, I focus on calligraphy not as a technical skill to be mastered, but as a practice to be enjoyed – one that can stir creativity and evoke a unique sort of mindful focus.

 

Digitizing Calligraphy from Sketch to Vector

In this course I present my favorite techniques for turning ink-on-paper calligraphy into polished, digital artwork. Start with sketching and inking, you’ll bring your design into the computer and polish it further in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.

Publish A Coloring Book: How to Illustrate and Sell Your Book Online

Are you looking for a fun way to earn money from your illustrations? Have you ever wanted to publish a book? In this comprehensive Skillshare course, I teach you how to combine the two in a creative, profitable project.

Fauxsaics in Procreate: Make A Digital Mosaic Illustration

Learn how to make digital mosaics on your iPad. This is a fun illustration technique that has soared in popularity in recent years. Not only are fauxsaics really fun to make, but the end result is so eye-catching!

 

Master iPad Lettering with Procreate: Pro Techniques for Artists

This comprehensive course covers the essentials of hand lettering with Procreate. I share my favorite techniques for some of the most popular and fun lettering effects, as well as tips and shortcuts for a smooth workflow.

Flourished Calligraphy Layouts in Procreate

This project-based class is a guided demonstration of a flourished calligraphy layout using an iPad Pro and Procreate. The demonstration is start-to-finish, and filled with my commentary every step of the way.

The Business of Calligraphy: Pricing & Freelancing for Lettering Artists

This class will help you navigate the best business practices and pricing strategies for your freelance business. I share the hard-earned insights I've gained over 10+ years, to answer the most frequently asked questions about owning a calligraphy business.

 

3D Lettering Effect in Adobe Photoshop

Learn to make a beautiful, 3D text effect in Photoshop with your own hand lettering. I use smart objects and non-destructive layer styles to create a design that’s fully customizable!

Transform Your Modern Calligraphy Style One Step at a Time

The one-step-at-a-time approach is my favorite exercise for modern calligraphers looking to transform their style. In this course, I walk you through it in real time, and give you detailed commentary and tips as I go.

Seamless Patterns in Procreate: Make Repeating Designs in Minutes

Did you know you can make seamless, repeating patterns in Procreate? I'll show you how! With this start-to-finish tutorial, you will create a high-resolution pattern swatch, then turn it into a seamless, repeating pattern.

 

Digital Letterpress: Create Stunning Printed Effects in Adobe Photoshop

Over the years, I’ve perfected a combination of Adobe Photoshop effects – in conjunction with real paper textures – that emulate real letterpress printing with beautiful results.

Chalk Lettering Effect in Adobe Photoshop

Scan a pencil sketch of your hand lettering and, like magic, turn it into realistic looking chalk lettering using Photoshop. This is a super fun, fast, and easy technique for beginners and pros alike. Neither chalk nor previous Photoshop knowledge is required.

Border Illustration in Procreate: Symmetry Guides for Beautiful Art

This is a way to illustrate using symmetry guides and a simple floral art style. Not only do these symmetry techniques allow you to draw a piece of art in half the time, but they yield striking results!

 
 

“Molly is a superb teacher who will keep you captivated from beginning to end. Seldom have I had the pleasure of listening to someone teach with the degree of fluency which Molly seems so naturally to possess.”

— SALLIE B., student in my iPad Lettering course