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The Fundamentals of Realism
A proven path with over 5 hours of guidance to master realism drawing, capturing movement and expression across 25+ video lessons.
Discover the Joy of Drawing Without any the Frustration and Stress
You don’t need a degree in fine art to enjoy drawing or to see real progress in your skills.
All it takes is curiosity, a willingness to practice, and the right guidance to keep you moving forward.
✏️ Maybe you’ve always wanted to try something creative in retirement, or you’re ready to pick up a new skill just for yourself.
✏️ Maybe you’re looking to polish the techniques you already have, or you simply want the joy of trying something new.
But learning to draw doesn’t have to be frustrating.
You don’t need to struggle with confusing tutorials, wonder which tools to buy, or feel stuck when your proportions and shading don’t look quite right. With clear, step-by-step lessons, practical exercises, and a hands-on approach, you’ll finally get the structure and depth you’ve been looking for.
No more overwhelm, no more guessing — just the support and techniques you need to see your drawings come to life.
This course is here to give you the confidence, clarity, and creative spark to enjoy every mark you put on the page.
You don’t have to figure it out alone.
Let’s start this journey together.
Hi, I’m Shan!
Most people in the art world know me as Shan. I’m a self-taught realism artist specializing in graphite and ink, and I’ve been passionate about drawing since I could hold a pencil.
I launched my art business in 2019 at just 18, and since then I’ve created hundreds of custom artworks, exhibited at the Pretoria Art Museum as a Top 100 Sasol New Signatures finalist, and taught dozens of students through live workshops.
My journey was built on trial, error, and endless practice - and that’s exactly why I created this course: to give you the clear, step-by-step guidance I wish I had when I was learning.
Inside, I’ll walk you through the exact techniques I use to bring drawings to life - shading, blending, highlighting, and building realistic 3D forms on a 2D page.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin, this course was made for you.
Sign Up NowMy Students Artwork
Yes, they were also beginners
Imagine moving past the frustration of not knowing where to begin.
✏️ You finish this course and finally see your drawings come to life with depth and realism.
✏️ You create portraits and studies that feel three-dimensional on the page.
✏️ You share your work with confidence, joy, and a sense of real progress.
For a long time, you may have admired other artists online, wondering how they achieved such realistic results. Maybe you’ve tried following tutorials, only to be left with more questions than answers.
Now, you’ll start to notice your own growth-the way shading, blending, and highlighting begin to feel natural. The patience and attention you bring to each line, each layer, each detail.
This course is here to guide you. Step by step, I’ll show you the exact process behind realism drawing - the methods I wish I had when I was learning. It’s not about guessing, struggling, or trying to piece things together. It’s about clear instruction, hands-on practice, and seeing your art transform in front of you.
I’m so glad to be here with you on this journey.
At The End Of The Course You Will Be Able To:
Observe
Learn to study details: texture, structure, and mood and put them into paint.
Progress
Build confidence through quick sketches that lay the foundation for realism.
Draw
Learn to layer and blend with pencil to create depth, light, and atmosphere.
What my students say about me:
I really enjoyed learning how you go about shading and I've already ordered makeup brushes so that I can get started ASAP 😅. You're work and you yourself are absolutely amazing 🥰 Thank you!
Chante
Thank you so much! 😊 You have such amazing talent and such great skill. I'm pretty chuffed....to the extent that I ordered a whole lot of stuff online last night so that I can get into the groove of sketching again
Cindy
Thank you SO much 🥰. I learned a lot! You are an excellent instructor and so good at making everyone feel comfortable. You have motivated me to keep going and finally get back to art, I’m so grateful ❤️
Cynthia
Course Content
This course includes 5 modules and over 5 hours of guided fundamentals of realism. You’ll also get 25+ full-length tutorials that will help with your art progress! All designed for you to pause, replay, and follow at your own pace.
Lessons build naturally, beginning with the essentials and moving into more detailed techniques for depth, light, and texture. For the most rewarding experience, follow them in order and watch your skills grow with each layer.
It’s created for everyone: teens, adults, and younger learners with no explicit material.
All you need is a little time, patience, and the curiosity to see where your brush will take you.
In My Course You Will Learn:
Module 1
Introduction & Mindset
- Learn the story behind this course & my personal art journey
- Get a clear overview of what you’ll learn step by step
- Bust common myths about talent, expensive tools, and setups
- Discover practical tips for building the right learning mindset
- Learn how to navigate the course platform and receive feedback
Module 2
Tools & Materials
- Learn about the pencils, papers, and erasers you’ll actually need
- Explore different blending tools and how to use them
- Discover extra tools that can make your work easier
- Get a PDF guide with tool descriptions and recommendations
- Test your knowledge with a quick quiz to reinforce what you’ve learned
Module 3
The Grid Method
- Understand the grid method and how artists use it for accuracy
- Practice drawing grids to train your observation skills
- Complete Exercise 1: Drawing your first image with the grid
- Apply the method in Exercise 2: The main course project
- Learn how to observe carefully and translate what you see to the page
Module 4
Shading, Blending & Highlighting
- Learn the basics of shading to create form and volume
- Practice blending techniques for smooth transitions
- Explore highlighting to make your drawings pop
- Complete guided exercises to apply each technique
- Build confidence in making your drawings look three-dimensional
Module 5
Applying the Techniques
- Watch a full demonstration of the BDHRD method (timelapse + breakdown)
- Work on the Final Image Drawing, section by section
- Apply shading, blending, and highlighting in a complete artwork
- Follow along with extra demonstrations to reinforce your skills
- Celebrate your progress with a certificate of completion
Bonus module
- Extra materials you get for free to boost your artwork
- Learn how to photograph and protect your drawings
- Explore an alternative grid method
- Learn how to add more images to your drawing to make a surrealistic composition
Included In My Course Fees:
Fundamentals & Materials
We will look together at the materials, basic techniques, and knowledge needed to begin this journey. Approaching a new technique means first learning how best to use the tools at your disposal.
Practical exercises
Theory is important, but what makes you a true artist is practice... Lots of practice! You'll find lots of exercises to get started with and from which to get inspiration. I will show you some tricks that will make your drawings truly unique and masterpieces.
Lifetime Access
Once you register for the course, you will have lifetime access and you can watch it whenever you want! This will enable you to better learn even the most difficult notions. You don't have a deadline, you can take the course even for 5 minutes a day! This possibility, doesn't it seem incredible?
Flexibility
This is one of the course's strengths: being able to watch the videos wherever you want, whenever you want, and as many times as you want. The course is available from any device so you can watch the course from the comfort of your home or take a single lesson on the train!
Community of artists
As soon as you sign up for the course, you will join a group of people who, like you, share this passion and are following the same course as you. This means you'll be able to exchange ideas, tips or ask questions because you'll be surrounded by people who love art the same way you do!
My daily support
On this journey, you will never be alone! You can write to me and you will receive my feedback as soon as possible, so you will always feel supported. Sometimes, approaching drawing is not easy. You may feel that you are not enough, but don't worry: I will be there to help you, step by step!
... and much more!
SIGN UP NOWA glimpse into the course
This fundamentals course is designed to help you grow your skills while enjoying the process. You’ll be surprised at how quickly you can create scenes full of depth and atmosphere, all within a calm, inspiring space.
Every lesson is filmed in full HD, with adjustable speed, audio, and quality, so you can follow comfortably at your own pace. I share plenty of visual examples, references, and step-by-step guidance to spark ideas and help you paint with clarity.
You’ll be able to practice along with me, ask questions, and connect with others in the community. The course covers everything from preparing your palette and mixing colors to using brushes, sponges, and palette knives with confidence. And you can revisit any lesson as often as you like, whenever it suits you.
This is about making realism accessible, calming, and deeply rewarding.
Included Bonuses:
Extra contents that you will get for free with the course!
Grid method hack
In this video tutorial you will discover an alternative way to use the grid method that makes drawing easier and more precise.
(Value: $21 FREE!)
Photographing your work
Learn how to photograph, protect, and beautifully display your drawings so they last for years to come.
(Value: $29 FREE!)
Creating a surrealistic composition
Learn how to create a surrealistic composition, by adding extra images to your artwork.
(Value: $37 FREE!)
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Turn simple sketches into lifelike art.
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My Guarantee to Every Student
If you are not satisfied with the courses for any reason, you have the right to obtain a full refund within the first 14 days. This is my guarantee to you, I want all my students to be satisfied. Also, this means that there is no risk as well! Give it a try and experience the program first-hand!
To be eligible for a refund, you must not have completed more than 30% of the course content.
