5 online drawing classes you can take right now – CNET [CNET]

I started drawing again when the pandemic started, to try to do something creative in my newly acquired spare time. Art can be an effective mode of self-expression and a way to help process events going on around you. Even watching other people paint can be therapeutic: If you’re a Bob Ross fan, you know all about “happy accidents” and why every tree should have a friend. 

But how can you start honing your drawing skills if you’re still stuck at home? You don’t need to go back to college or buy expensive tools to learn how to draw, all you need is an online art class. From figure drawing to illustration to graphic design, there are online drawing tutorials that can scratch the artsy itch. We’ve pulled together five of the best drawing classes online to help you learn the fundamentals of drawing and form your own art style. It’s time to grab your pencil and start sketching, regardless of whether you’re an experienced artist looking to expand your skill set or an absolute beginner. We update this list periodically.

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