Learn to Draw from a Disney Artist Who Spent 25 Years Making
Animated Feature Films and Television Shows for
Disney, Nickelodeon and Sony Pictures
Animated Feature Films and Television Shows for
Disney, Nickelodeon and Sony Pictures
OCSA PREP CLASS/Traditional Beginning Drawing Class
No Experience Necessary
The Foundations of Art
Phase 1: Line and Shape
This course is for the very beginner or someone who wants to learn how to draw correctly learning the 7 foundations of art. I've had amazing results with my students...going from not knowing how to draw to drawing amazing things in less than 6 months. (See video below for more explanation)
IN-PERSON EVERY TUESDAY
3:45pm-4:45pm
5 Weeks
$150.00
60 minutes
Starting Tuesday, March 5, 2024 - April 2, 2024
Location:
Play & Parties
1901 North Tustin
Orange, CA
5 Week Sessions
Continuing to Next 5-week Phase.
These classes will be ongoing but split up into 5 week sessions. It is very important that there is consistent class attendance as this is a linear learning class.
Ages 10 and up. Space is limited.
***OCSA PREP STUDENTS*** You can attend this class as it is the same curriculum as my OCSA prep class. Since most public/private schools do not teach the fundamentals, it's imperative OCSA applicants learn these in order to fulfill the application assignments at a competitive level.
Drawing Examples I did to instruct my advanced students how to draw facial features
PAST CLASSES
**OCSA PREP CLASS**
(This is the same curriculum as my beginning drawing classes except in October we will focus on the specific application submission requirements. Before October, we will focus on perfecting the drawing skills in order to have excellent submissions. If you can't make this class, please sign up for the beginning drawing class above and in October we will bring all the OCSA prep students together in one class)
Traditional Beginning Drawing Class
No Experience Necessary
The Foundations of Art
Phase 1: Line and Shape
This course is for the very beginner or someone who wants to learn how to draw correctly learning the 7 foundations of art. I've had amazing results with my students...going from not knowing how to draw to drawing amazing things in less than 6 months. (See video below for more explanation)
IN-PERSON EVERY FRIDAY
2:00pm-3:00pm
5 Weeks
$125.00
60 minutes
Starting Friday, July 7, 2023 - August. 4, 2023
Location: TBD
Most likely my home or studio in Orange.
(Location may change but it will still be in Orange)
5 Week Sessions
Continuing to Next 5-week Phase.
These classes will be ongoing but split up into 5 week sessions. It is very important that there is consistent class attendance as this is a linear learning class.
Intro To Photoshop
- The Bare-Bones Basics -
No Experience Necessary!!
Point your camera to the QR Code below to sign up.
Monday Evenings 7pm-8:30pm
5 Weeks
Starting Monday, February 6, 2023 - March 6, 2023
$140
90 minutes
Have you ever watched a YouTube video on Photoshop and been completely lost? Well, this is the class for you! I will SLOWLY go through the tools, filters, and effects and have clear instructions on how each tool functions. I will have easy-to-follow exercises that will have you feeling comfortable using Photoshop for:
•Overview and Exercises of Tools/Filters/Effects
•Learn how to use layers/blending options
•Masking
•Typography
• Graphic design/Logos
•Photo editing
•Color Shifting and Enhancing
• Creating custom brushes and patterns
and much more.
This is not a digital painting course. It is strictly a course to learn the Photoshop application for the very beginner who has always wanted to use it as a tool for social media, online marketing, print work, photo editing, and more.
As a former Disney Studios Artist, I will show you tips and tricks I have learned over the 25+ Years of using the powerful program on film, television, and various freelance projects.
Required: Each student is responsible for bringing in their own laptop computer and having their own Photoshop subscription downloaded and functioning on their computer. (iPad versions are not sufficient as the app does not have the full Photoshop functions as the desktop version) Small Digital Tablet preferred. Wireless or USB mouse necessary.
See Equipment/Supply Suggestions Below
PAST CLASSES AND EVENTS
IN-PERSON CLASS
Beginning Drawing
The Foundations of Art
Session 1: Line and Shape
In-Person Classes to be Held in Orange, CA
Starting Saturday, September 10, 2022-October 1, 2022
9:30am-10:30am
Session 1: Beginning Drawing:
Exploring Line and Shape
4 Weeks $120.00
Focusing on Foundations of Art
Do you want to prepare your child for auditioning to OCSA or another art program or conservatory?
Do you or your child want to become a professional artist or animator someday? Well, you must start somewhere and many schools have eliminated the basic elements of art from their curriculum. As a former artist at Walt Disney Studios working on a number of animated feature films, I am here to prepare you for your journey into becoming a professional artist.
I have found that students are just not prepared for college or a career in art without learning the fundamentals first. Many schools and universities have eliminated the basic foundations of art and many students are lacking the skills needed to major in art or pursue a career in art. This class is for the very beginner or someone who would like to learn a more structured system to significantly improve their drawings. Ages 10 and up. We will be doing exercises to focus on the Foundations of Art. These fundamentals are extremely important in order to have success in your drawings and paintings.
Over the first 4 week session, we will explore the first two Foundations of Art. Line and Shape. This includes doing drawing exercises to help your brain learn to draw what you see. This program is divided into 4-week sessions continuing on to the other Elements of Art for those who have a goal of learning to draw. Please see videos below for an overview of previous students who have taken my drawing/painting courses and what we will be learning in class.
This is an in-person class. This class size is limited as to allow for time for individual feedback in class. Classes will be conducted via Zoom. Please prepare by getting a phone or iPad holder and suggested supplies before classes begin.
Materials for the class can be purchased on my supplies page. Just click the buttons below.
No pre-requisite required. This is the first course in a series of ongoing classes on learning the fundamentals of drawing.
An email will be sent out to students with class rules and zoom link for those who sign up for the class.
Do you or your child want to become a professional artist or animator someday? Well, you must start somewhere and many schools have eliminated the basic elements of art from their curriculum. As a former artist at Walt Disney Studios working on a number of animated feature films, I am here to prepare you for your journey into becoming a professional artist.
I have found that students are just not prepared for college or a career in art without learning the fundamentals first. Many schools and universities have eliminated the basic foundations of art and many students are lacking the skills needed to major in art or pursue a career in art. This class is for the very beginner or someone who would like to learn a more structured system to significantly improve their drawings. Ages 10 and up. We will be doing exercises to focus on the Foundations of Art. These fundamentals are extremely important in order to have success in your drawings and paintings.
Over the first 4 week session, we will explore the first two Foundations of Art. Line and Shape. This includes doing drawing exercises to help your brain learn to draw what you see. This program is divided into 4-week sessions continuing on to the other Elements of Art for those who have a goal of learning to draw. Please see videos below for an overview of previous students who have taken my drawing/painting courses and what we will be learning in class.
This is an in-person class. This class size is limited as to allow for time for individual feedback in class. Classes will be conducted via Zoom. Please prepare by getting a phone or iPad holder and suggested supplies before classes begin.
Materials for the class can be purchased on my supplies page. Just click the buttons below.
No pre-requisite required. This is the first course in a series of ongoing classes on learning the fundamentals of drawing.
An email will be sent out to students with class rules and zoom link for those who sign up for the class.
****RESCHEDULED****
ONLINE CLASS
Beginning Digital Drawing
Line and Shape
Starting Thursday, September 8, 2022-September 29, 2022
3:30-4:30
Session 1: Beginning Digital Drawing in Photoshop:
Exploring Line and Shape
4 Weeks $100
Focusing on Foundations of Art
Using Digital Tablets
On-Line Class to be Held on Zoom
Student Work
This class focuses on learning to draw/paint using a digital drawing pad. Some basic experience with the program is required. We will use the same exercises as my traditional drawing students but using the digital tools instead of pencil and paper.
Do you want to prepare your child for auditioning to OCSA or another art program or conservatory?
Do you or your child want to become a professional artist or animator someday? Do you want to prepare your child for auditioning to OCSA or another art program or conservatory? Well, you must start somewhere and many schools have eliminated the basic elements of art from their curriculum. As a former artist at Walt Disney Studios working on a number of animated feature films, I am here to prepare you for your journey into becoming a professional artist.
I have found that students are just not prepared for college or a career in art without learning the fundamentals first. Many schools and universities have eliminated the basic foundations of art and many students are lacking the skills needed to major in art or pursue a career in art. This class is for the very beginner or someone who would like to learn a more structured system to significantly improve their drawings. Ages 10 and up. We will be doing exercises to focus on the Foundations of Art. These fundamentals are extremely important in order to have success in your drawings and paintings.
Over the first 4 week session, we will explore the first two Foundations of Art. Line and Shape. This includes doing drawing exercises to help your brain learn to draw what you see. This program is divided into 4-week sessions continuing on to the other Elements of Art for those who have a goal of learning to draw. Please see videos below for an overview of previous students who have taken my drawing/painting courses and what we will be learning in class.
This is an in-person class. This class size is limited as to allow for time for individual feedback in class. Classes will be conducted via Zoom. Please prepare by getting a phone or iPad holder and suggested supplies before classes begin.
Materials for the class can be purchased on my supplies page. Just click the buttons below.
No pre-requisite required. This is the first course in a series of ongoing classes on learning the fundamentals of drawing.
An email will be sent out to students with class rules and zoom link for those who sign up for the class.
Do you want to prepare your child for auditioning to OCSA or another art program or conservatory?
Do you or your child want to become a professional artist or animator someday? Do you want to prepare your child for auditioning to OCSA or another art program or conservatory? Well, you must start somewhere and many schools have eliminated the basic elements of art from their curriculum. As a former artist at Walt Disney Studios working on a number of animated feature films, I am here to prepare you for your journey into becoming a professional artist.
I have found that students are just not prepared for college or a career in art without learning the fundamentals first. Many schools and universities have eliminated the basic foundations of art and many students are lacking the skills needed to major in art or pursue a career in art. This class is for the very beginner or someone who would like to learn a more structured system to significantly improve their drawings. Ages 10 and up. We will be doing exercises to focus on the Foundations of Art. These fundamentals are extremely important in order to have success in your drawings and paintings.
Over the first 4 week session, we will explore the first two Foundations of Art. Line and Shape. This includes doing drawing exercises to help your brain learn to draw what you see. This program is divided into 4-week sessions continuing on to the other Elements of Art for those who have a goal of learning to draw. Please see videos below for an overview of previous students who have taken my drawing/painting courses and what we will be learning in class.
This is an in-person class. This class size is limited as to allow for time for individual feedback in class. Classes will be conducted via Zoom. Please prepare by getting a phone or iPad holder and suggested supplies before classes begin.
Materials for the class can be purchased on my supplies page. Just click the buttons below.
No pre-requisite required. This is the first course in a series of ongoing classes on learning the fundamentals of drawing.
An email will be sent out to students with class rules and zoom link for those who sign up for the class.
Student Work
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STADIUM PROMENADE
WATERCOLOR PAINTING EVENT
Learn to
Watercolor Paint a Flamingo!
Free Food and Live Music included in your ticket purchase!!
Saturday, August 21st, 2021
5-7pm
Stadium Promenade/Courtyard by the Theaters
1701 W. Katella Avenue,
Orange, CA
Mandala Rock Painting: Healing through the Arts with Sonserae Leese
July 17, 2021 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Bowers Museum
2002 North Main Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706
United States
714-567-3600
Point your phone camera to the QR code to purchase tickets
Like so many people lately, getting back in touch with your creativity and connecting with the community has been something you have missed throughout this pandemic. Many have suffered from isolation, loneliness or have experienced some sort of loss during this extensive lockdown. Whether it be the death of a loved one, a job, or losing that overall sense of purpose.
Scientific evidence has proven that art, music and connecting with others can be extremely healing on both the body and mind. Mandala painting has been a beautiful and colorful art form for thousands of years. Mandalas have been shown in clinical studies to boost the immune system, reduce stress and pain, lower blood pressure, promote sleep and ease depression.
Sonserae Leese is the Executive Director of Sophie’s Dream, a non-profit to help people heal from trauma and PTSD through the Arts. She has also spent over 25 years in the film industry working as an artist on animated films for Walt Disney Studios, Sony, and Nickelodeon. As a person who herself healed from trauma, she not only enjoys teaching the skills of drawing and painting but also is happy to share helpful suggestions on how to avoid getting depressed, feeling stuck, and learning to make positive goals that will be inspiring.
Prices include all the supplies to paint colorful mandala stones…from dot tools, to brushes, patterns, paint, and rocks. You can continue your love of rock painting after class as you can take the supplies home with you.
Location: Key Courtyard (outdoors)
Ticketed Event: Member $45 | General $55 | Space is limited and advanced reservations are required by Tuesday, July 13 at noon. Suggested for ages 10 and up.
TICKETS: Online or onsite. Questions? E-mail [email protected] or call 714.567.3677. Proceeds benefit Bowers Museum Education Programs. Tickets are non-refundable.
Scientific evidence has proven that art, music and connecting with others can be extremely healing on both the body and mind. Mandala painting has been a beautiful and colorful art form for thousands of years. Mandalas have been shown in clinical studies to boost the immune system, reduce stress and pain, lower blood pressure, promote sleep and ease depression.
Sonserae Leese is the Executive Director of Sophie’s Dream, a non-profit to help people heal from trauma and PTSD through the Arts. She has also spent over 25 years in the film industry working as an artist on animated films for Walt Disney Studios, Sony, and Nickelodeon. As a person who herself healed from trauma, she not only enjoys teaching the skills of drawing and painting but also is happy to share helpful suggestions on how to avoid getting depressed, feeling stuck, and learning to make positive goals that will be inspiring.
Prices include all the supplies to paint colorful mandala stones…from dot tools, to brushes, patterns, paint, and rocks. You can continue your love of rock painting after class as you can take the supplies home with you.
Location: Key Courtyard (outdoors)
Ticketed Event: Member $45 | General $55 | Space is limited and advanced reservations are required by Tuesday, July 13 at noon. Suggested for ages 10 and up.
TICKETS: Online or onsite. Questions? E-mail [email protected] or call 714.567.3677. Proceeds benefit Bowers Museum Education Programs. Tickets are non-refundable.
Portfolio Review
& Feedback Workshop
Sonserae Leese: Instructor
Instructor's Background:
•Walt Disney Studios Artist Alum
• 20+ Years Professional Artist in the Film & Television Industry
• Voting Member of the Emmy Academy: Animation Peer Group
• Current *OCSA Art Instructor/Private Tutor
A workshop specifically designed for those auditioning and applying for art education programs(ie. *OCSA, art academies, universitiesand professional art positions.)
**Only 10 students will be accepted.
First Come First Served.**
Saturday, November 16th, 2019
10:00am-12:30pm
$75.00
Refreshments Will be Provided
Location:
At the Treasury
422 W. Almond Ave
Orange, CA 92866
To Purchase Tickets Click Button Below
What is Provided in the Workshop
• Refreshments
• One-on-one consulting time with the instructor discussing each piece of artwork in the portfolio
• Continued personal consultation and instruction during the class as the student makes modifications and improvements to each art piece.
• Tips and tricks for making more impactful drawings and paintings.
• Opportunity to arrange private consultation time with the instructor in the future for follow-up sessions before designated deadline.
• One-on-one consulting time with the instructor discussing each piece of artwork in the portfolio
• Continued personal consultation and instruction during the class as the student makes modifications and improvements to each art piece.
• Tips and tricks for making more impactful drawings and paintings.
• Opportunity to arrange private consultation time with the instructor in the future for follow-up sessions before designated deadline.
Instructions and Supplies Needed for Class
All Students are to:
• Bring all artwork considered for their portfolio. Also bring portfolio book
• Bring any reference photos/sketches along with the same art supplies/mediums used in creating your original artwork so there can be modifications made if needed.
• Dress appropriately. Wear clothing you can get messy.
• Bring a notebook and pen or pencil to take detailed notes.
• Bring water to drink
• If there are special dietary needs, please email them or feel free to bring your own lunch.
• Bring all artwork considered for their portfolio. Also bring portfolio book
• Bring any reference photos/sketches along with the same art supplies/mediums used in creating your original artwork so there can be modifications made if needed.
• Dress appropriately. Wear clothing you can get messy.
• Bring a notebook and pen or pencil to take detailed notes.
• Bring water to drink
• If there are special dietary needs, please email them or feel free to bring your own lunch.
For Any Questions Concerning the Workshop:
Please Contact "At The Treasury"
at: [email protected]
For Any Art Instructor Related questions Contact:
[email protected]
To review instructor's portfolio/resume:
http://www.sonserae.com
*Please Note: The Instructor has no association with any decision-making for admittance to any school nor does the workshop guarantee admittance to any school.
Instructor's Personal Portfolio Examples
Friday, September 6th 6-9pm
Artist Reception
The Animation Guild
1105 N. Hollywood Way
Burbank, CA 91505
Artwork on display until September 29th, 2019
Artist Reception
The Animation Guild
1105 N. Hollywood Way
Burbank, CA 91505
Artwork on display until September 29th, 2019
SPECIAL EVENTS
ACRYLIC STARFISH PAINTING
IOCC.org Charity Event
Thursday, June 16, 2022
6:30pm-9:30pm ET
Please watch video below and prepare canvas before class begins
SUPPLIES NEEDED FOR CLASS
Canvas
Acrylic Paints
Brushes
Two Jars of Water
Rags and Paper towels
Stylus or other substitute (see video above for details)
Frog Tape
Paper Plates
Blow Dryer
Acrylic Paints
Brushes
Two Jars of Water
Rags and Paper towels
Stylus or other substitute (see video above for details)
Frog Tape
Paper Plates
Blow Dryer
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