Self-Taught to Self-Confident

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Your Instructor

Carrie Brummer

Hi everyone, my name is Carrie (she/her/hers) and I am the facilitator of this space called Artist Strong.

It's part of our larger Artist Strong community, which is dedicated to helping artists build your skill and develop your unique artist voice.

I'm an artist and art teacher, and have been ever since I graduated from college WAAAAY (hehe) back in 2004. I love making my own art, but my heart also sings when I see the wins and hear the ahas students of all ages have when they begin to embrace their art (and heart).

First off, I want to share with you what this community is about, what choices I make for our programming, and how I run all of our spaces. You can read about it here: https://www.artiststrong.com/values/

These values guide not only choices about content I create for people, but also how I expect my students and community members to show up too.

Choosing to be here means you agree to these terms.

I’ve studied Art and Art History at Colgate University as well as completed a masters in Educational Leadership with The George Washington University. I’ve taught art to all ages, from elementary school through to adulthood. Countless people I’ve worked with are told their interest in the arts is trivial.

No more.

In my early 20s I was part of a touring exhibition of artists whose work was exhibited at both The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts as well as The Smithsonian.

My work has been exhibited across the US as well as in United Arab Emirates, Oman, and Canada. Before this, I didn’t think my work was important or valuable (or even really “art”) until I had a gallery showing. Now I know otherwise.

I'm so grateful for this community and space we've built. I hope we continue to all grow and learn together.

Big hugs,

Carrie

Course Curriculum

Getting Started

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Sharpen Your Skills: Follow Through and Finish Strong

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Sharpen Your Skills: Creating Your Project Plan [BONUS]

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Bonus: The ART of Feedback

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Sharpen Your Skills: Training Your Eyes to See

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Sharpen Your Skills: Elements of Art

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Sharpen Your Skills: Understanding Composition

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BONUS: Common Mistakes Artists Make

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Sharpen Your Skills: Re-Assessing Your Skill

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Develop a Practice: How to Make More Art

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Finding Your Voice: How to Create Your Own Art Style

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Bonus: Series to Sales

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2025 Weekly Check-Ins

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2024 Weekly Check-Ins

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2023 Q&A Replays

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2022 Q&As

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Frequently Asked Questions

When does the course start and finish?

The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.

How long do I have access to the course?

How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.

What if I am unhappy with the course?

We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 7-days and we will give you a full refund.