Illustrative People

Welcome to “Illustrative People,” an art class dedicated to mastering the art of drawing simplified mini people, stylized faces, portraits, and full-body illustrations. Throughout this course, you'll learn from step-by-step guidelines and proportional techniques designed to kickstart your artistic journey. With dedication and practice, you'll discover and refine your own unique style. If you’re passionate and committed to developing your skills, you’ll swiftly grasp the concepts and unleash your potential in drawing people.

Let’s embark on this creative adventure together!

Illustrative People Class
$30.00
One time

This art class is focused on perfecting the art of drawing simplified mini figures, stylized faces, portraits, and full-body illustrations. In this course, you’ll benefit from step-by-step guidelines and proportional techniques that are crafted to launch your journey into drawing people.


✓ 5 Pre-recorded Art Lessons (instantly available)
✓ 1 Zoom Q&A (Live or recorded)
✓ Teacher Feedback
✓ Self-paced learning experience
✓ One-time purchase & Unlimited lifetime access

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The supplies we will be using in this class are not mandatory.
    They are only recommendations to help you follow along in the class.
    Feel free to replace them with any available art supplies you own.
    The list of art supplies that I recommend are here.

  • This art class is intended for those with some prior experience in drawing and painting, rather than absolute beginners.

    If you are dedicated to practicing and learning, I’m confident you will grasp the concepts and benefit from this art class.

    However if you are looking for a foundational beginner's art class then check out this art class: Mixed Media Exploration for Beginners.

  • Yes there are English subtitles. Unfortunately, I am unable to translate the lessons into other languages at this time.

  • Absolutely! Watch the lessons as quickly or as slowly as you like and complete the assignments according to your own schedule.

  • Yes! The class is available on your account as long as the internet continues to exist. Unlimited lifetime access.

  • The duration of each lesson varies, ranging from 7 to 25 minutes. They are sped up certain sections to ensure a smooth flow for the class. Each lesson includes teaching content and assignment for the student. A 90 min zoom Q&A (exclusive to students who register during the month of class release) will be recorded and edited for students to watch.

  • My art classes feature over 6 pre-recorded art lessons available for a single, affordable payment, making it accessible for everyone to join.

  • There is no end date for this class. They are pre-recorded lessons that will always be available. However the special live Q&A Zoom session will be hosted at the end of September and will only be available for students who sign up during the launch month. It will be recorded for the rest of the students.

  • Although this class is geared toward and teaches with traditional mediums. 

    You can use a gouache paint brush (Adobe has those sets) and a colored pencil like brush (like the Shale brush on procreate) to mimic the outcome of the art lessons.

    I think it depends on how well you can adapt these lesson into your preferred medium - but the concepts are definitely transferrable.

  • Please send me a email describing your problem and I will try my best to help. You can reach me at hello@dearelaine.co .

5 Packed Art Lessons + Q&A

Why 900+ students love this class

Susan P.

“I finally finished the class and learned so much. I hope you can see that in my work and the final project. You really helped me with proportion. I used all the techniques and it pushed me and helped so much. I want to thank you for offering this class. I loved the format and how I could take each lesson at my pace.”

Shirlene L.

“My daughters are so excited with your tutorials and started drawing in their sketchbooks. They want to show you their masterpieces. With your tutorials, they’re improving on their drawings.”

Julie T.

“Thank you! Your class did remove a big creative block I had with people.”

Debbie W.

“I love that you focus on helping us develop our own style.”

Illustrative People Class
$30.00
One time

This art class is focused on perfecting the art of drawing simplified mini figures, stylized faces, portraits, and full-body illustrations. In this course, you’ll benefit from step-by-step guidelines and proportional techniques that are crafted to launch your journey into drawing people.


✓ 5 Pre-recorded Art Lessons (instantly available)
✓ 1 Zoom Q&A (Live or recorded)
✓ Teacher Feedback
✓ Self-paced learning experience
✓ One-time purchase & Unlimited lifetime access