Have you ever dreamed of becoming a professional movie poster artist?
Artwork by master artists: Mike Butkus, David Grove and Drew Struzan
Do you want to get paid to draw your favorite actors, characters or villains?
If you answered 'yes' then you’re probably just like me…
Growing up I loved to draw characters and portraits. I always wanted to be an artist in the entertainment industry working on movies and tv shows, but I didn't know how to get there.
So I moved to Hollywood and tried to do it “on my own”. Needless to say I struggled for years. Years of uninspiring, low paying jobs that lead to nowhere....
How I got my 'big break'
It wasn’t until I found the right mentors, learned the right skills and developed the right mindset that I finally broke into the entertainment industry.
Now, after more than 10 years of professional experience working on blockbuster Hollywood projects like Deadpool and Birds of Prey, I’ve decided to teach and mentor others and help them reach their dreams of having the skills of a professional artist and getting paid with those skills.
Is this program right for you?
Poster Artist Masterclass is an intensive program for those who are serious about improving their work and careers. This program will help you the most if:
✔️You want to draw realistic faces but are struggling to reach that high quality, professional look
✔️ You want to balance drawing skills with strong design and composition
✔️You want to be guided by a real industry professional and learn real world skills that get results
✔️You’ve always wanted to draw movie posters, or book covers but don’t know how or where to start
✔️You’re already working but want more clients, customers and how to make more money as an artist
What Will I Learn?
Real-world skills that pay the bills
Unlike most art classes that just teach knowledge, Poster Artist Masterclass will also guide students on the business side of art. Students will be guided on building an effective portfolio and how to get hired as a professional poster artist. In other words, students will not only learn how to draw like a pro, but how to get paid to draw!
Students will learn real world business of art skills like:
✔️Exactly what to put in your portfolio and how to get noticed by Art Directors
✔️ How to network with studios, agencies, art directors and professionals
✔️ How much to charge for your work and how to increase your rates
✔️ Best websites and online tools to find work and clients
What's Inside the Class?
The full program includes six structured modules. Each module has over two hours of lectures and demonstrations. That's over 12 hours of total instruction!
Here is sample of the topics covered.
Module 1 - Head Drawing and Invention
- Easy to use construction and proportion techniques
- How to invent heads in any angle and position
- How to draw difficult poses and angles
Module 2 - Head Drawing Accuracy and Likeness
- How to get accurate and consistent likeness
- How to draw realistic and expressive features
- How to get emotion and expression in your drawings
Module 3 - Clothed Figure Drawing and Invention
- Easy to use figure proportions
- Drawing difficult poses and angles
- How to draw realistic clothing, folds and wrinkles
Module 4 - Design and Composition
- Easy to use and effective design principles
- Inventing and creating poster designs
Module 5 - Finishing Techniques
- How to finish concepts with traditional materials
- Combining traditional and photoshop
Module 6 - Business of Art
- How to build a professional portfolio
- How to find agencies and contact studios
- How to maximize social media and grow your network
See below for full program curriculum.…
Complete Curriculum
- Outline (2:43)
- Most Important Skills Part 1 (7:42)
- Most Important Skills Part 2 (8:08)
- Most Important Skills Part 3 (5:03)
- Head Drawing Tools (7:02)
- Proportion and Placement Part 1 (8:58)
- Proportion and Placement Part 2 (8:01)
- Examples and Analysis (5:15)
- Intro to Planes (8:56)
- Analysis of Planes (7:13)
- Warm Up Exercise (11:00)
- Demonstration (12:35)
- Draw Along #1 (7:49)
- Draw Along #2 (7:50)
- Homework Assignment and Resources (3:12)
- Class Outline (1:55)
- Review: Head Drawing and Construction (10:28)
- Shape is King Part 1 (10:01)
- Shape is King Part 2 (6:01)
- How to See Shape (13:23)
- Draw Along #1 (13:10)
- Shape Drawing Process Part 1 (10:14)
- Shape Drawing Process Part 2 (7:10)
- Examples and Analysis (5:46)
- Draw Along #2 (16:21)
- Exercise #1: Head Shape Warm-up (6:50)
- Exercise #2: Post-it Note Sketch (7:09)
- Demo #1: Poster Vision (12:13)
- Demo #2: Poster Vision + Gradients (21:03)
- Homework Assignment and Resources (1:03)
- Class Outline (1:48)
- Review Part 1 (7:52)
- Review Part 2 (10:29)
- Simplified Proportions Part 1 (10:12)
- Simplified Proportion Part 2 (7:24)
- High and Low Angle (10:22)
- The '80/20 Pose' (4:43)
- Demo: Low Angle Figure (11:21)
- Demo: High Angle Figure (9:01)
- Clothing, Wrinkles and Folds Part 1 (8:20)
- Clothing, Wrinkles and Folds Part 2 (8:35)
- Simplifying Hands (10:45)
- Examples and Analysis: J.C. Leyendecker Wrinkles and Folds (5:26)
- Demo: Action Pose 1 (14:53)
- Draw Along: Action Pose 2 (12:12)
- Draw Along: 80/20 Pose (14:23)
- Homework and Resources (3:28)
- Class Outline (2:02)
- Review Part 1 (11:39)
- Review Part 2 (7:57)
- Why is Design Important (8:50)
- Principles and Tools Part 1 (7:07)
- Principles and Tools Part 2 (8:28)
- Draw Along: Composition Sketches (10:24)
- Established Poster Designs (9:41)
- Easy to Use Designs (6:11)
- Example and Analysis 1: Outsiders Poster (8:30)
- Example and Analysis 2: Sicario Poster (5:43)
- Demo: Warm-up Exercise - Thumbnail Sketches (8:37)
- Demo: 'Love, Buddy, Revenge, Thriller' Thumbnails (17:45)
- Homework Assignment & Resources (2:56)
- Class Outline (1:26)
- Review Part 1 (7:12)
- Review Part 2 (8:58)
- Review Part 3 (5:54)
- Levels of Finish (9:59)
- Finishing Process (9:50)
- Demo 1: Traditional + Digital Finish (16:59)
- Demo 2: Traditional + Digital Finish (23:52)
- Demo 3: Traditional + Digital Background (13:14)
- Homework and Resources (3:50)
- Class Outline (2:50)
- Review (5:51)
- Loose Ends Part 1 (16:09)
- Loose Ends Part 2 (9:31)
- Loose Ends Part 3 (8:15)
- Portfolio Building Part 1 (7:21)
- Portfolio Building Part 2 (13:23)
- How to Find Work (12:24)
- How to Contact Studios and Professionals (8:53)
- Linkedin Demo Part 1 (10:11)
- Linkedin Demo Part 2 (6:33)
- Homework and Resources (3:39)
About the Instructor
Hi, my name Chris Legaspi. I’m a long time professional illustrator with over 15 years of experience. My notable projects and clients include Lord of the Rings, Deadpool 2, Birds of Prey, Shaft, Luke Cage, Marvel, Disney and Warner Bros. Pictures.
Along with my professional experience, I have a passion for teaching and helping others. I’m committed to mentoring students who are serious about achieving their artistic and professional goals and dreams.
See below for a sample of my work…
Reviews and Testimonials
Questions and Comments?
We are here to help. For questions and comments, email our support team at: support (at) drawwithchris (dot) com.
Frequently Asked Questions
> Can I take the classes at my own time and schedule?
Yes. All the video lessons and course materials are structured and organized in a virtual online classroom so you can study and learn at any time and from any location.
> How long will I have access to the program?
All enrolled students will have lifetime access to all videos, lessons and all class materials such as handouts and references.
> I’m a beginner at drawing, should I take the class?
Although this program will cover head and figure drawing, the lessons taught will be very specific and focused on skills needed for movie poster and illustration work. It is recommended to have at least a base level of head and figure drawing experience.
If you want to build your drawing foundation before taking this class, I recommend my Head and Figure Drawing Masterclass Programs. Click here for more information...
> Can you mentor me?
Yes. If you are serious about improving your skills and career and want to be personally guided by me every week, there are mentorship options available.
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