More Information and and FAQs for our Illustration Course
You can:
Work with your own ideas or select from a series of inspirational prompts to either create a black and white dummy (mock-up) of a children's book and color sample, or make 1 or 2 professional portfolio pieces.
Critique and be critiqued in your own small private Facebook critique group with other like minds.
Take advantage of the opportunity for a heavily discounted one-hour one-on-one individual critique with either of the co-teachers while available
Receive cutting edge news and support in our interactive - and very active - own private whole-class group
Be able to ask questions and receive answers in a live weekly webinar with both pre-written and spontaneous questions that will also be recorded for later viewing for those who can’t attend as well as on Facebook
Learn from and enjoy over 25 lessons on just about everything you need to know for a successful career as a children’s book illustrator
Incorporate multi-modal approaches to learning including written articles, "how to" demonstrations, and handy-dandy keep forever worksheets and handouts.
The Craft and Business of Illustrating Children's Books Combines an Online Conference, Lessons, Demos, Interviews, Weekly Mentorship, Special Submission Opportunities, a Ton of Bonuses, and an e-Book, in what is one of the most
Extraordinarily Empowering Opportunities Available for Children's Book Creatives
Extraordinarily Empowering Opportunities Available for Children's Book Creatives
Though I have been writing and illustrating for decades, and I have many published books to my name, in the last few years I've fallen out of the loop and was feeling discouraged and unmotivated. I took this course in an effort to stoke the flames again, to be inspired and challenged by deadlines and new ideas....I have been inspired every day by Mira and all the contributors to the course, and I've been encouraged by my fellow students who have so much to share. In the end, we all are responsible for our own effort in whatever we want to accomplish, but it sure helps to have some people guiding and cheering you on. This course is providing that for me and I'm grateful I took it.
~ Diane Dawson Hearn
~ Diane Dawson Hearn
Mira…once again gone above and beyond to help me obtain my goal. Her insight, knowledge of the business and personal interest drives anyone in this course to achieve their dreams. Mira is truly here to help her students succeed. Thank you, Mira. ~ Charlotte Dixon
FAQs
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Q: What kinds of formats will there be?
A: We will have helpful weekly subject-specific show and tell videos and demos, daily lessons, video interviews with expert course contributors, written lessons, written interviews, step-by-step worksheets, handouts, a highly interactive secret Facebook group, weekly live critiques and Q&As that are recorded as videos that remain indefinitely available along with the Facebook group, 2 e-books, and optional small critique groups.
Q: Who will benefit from this class?
A: Anyone who has a passion or interest in writing or illustrating children's picture books.
Q: When does the class start?
A: August 20th - September 22nd 2018 (plus we have an extra instant access week). And an additional 6 months plus of access!
Q: How much will I be investing in this course and how do I pay?
A: We have fantastic staggered discounts so the sooner you register, the bigger your discount. And of course there are the extra bonuses! The course includes over 30 lessons + tons of bonus materials, 5 weeks of M-F instructor access and lifetime access to your community + a 6 day instant access mini-conference. You’ll register through Infusionsoft, which will automatically convert currency for you and we have nifty payment plans available.
Q: When does registration end?
A: Because our courses generally only happen once a year, and due to the high success rate of our students, usually sell out, we recommend that you register sooner rather than later.
Q: I’m primarily a writer, will this course be relevant for me?
A: While the primary focus of the course is illustrating children's picture books, you will learn a ton of helpful information as a writer who wants to know how the illustration process works. And you may actually access that wonderful childlike part of yourself that loved art making until someone told you, you weren't any good, or someone else was the designated artist in the family. Author/illustrators are in hot demand and you no longer need to draw like Michelangelo to be a wonderful kid's book illustrator so you never know...
Q: What will I need?
A: – Computer and Internet access, Facebook access, a great attitude and open mind, and a willingness to play with art and ideas.
Q: Are there any specific time requirements?
A: No! The only time sensitive areas are if you want to submit your work for a live webinar critique, there is a specific deadline, and if you join one of the optional critique groups you need to honor your group's critiquing timeline. The weekly webinars also happen at a specific day and time provided in advance, but if you can't make it live, they are also recorded for later viewing.
Q: What do I do if I have further questions?
A: You can call Mira directly CALIFORNIA time at 916-368-9466 or email mira@childrensbookacademy.com with "Children's Book Illustration Course Question" in the subject head
Q: How long does the course stay open after it ends?
A: Students have an additional 6 months or more access to the course after it ends. The Facebook group with links to the webinars and extra materials stays open indefinitely
Q: Do you offer refunds?
A: Sorry, there are no refunds. Because we give bonus passwords at the time of purchase, it is impossible to offer refunds. We appreciate your understanding. However, we do offer a 100% learning money back guarantee, that if you read the lessons, participate and do the work, and if at the end of a year, don't feel that you learned a lot, we will refund your money in full.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Q: What kinds of formats will there be?
A: We will have helpful weekly subject-specific show and tell videos and demos, daily lessons, video interviews with expert course contributors, written lessons, written interviews, step-by-step worksheets, handouts, a highly interactive secret Facebook group, weekly live critiques and Q&As that are recorded as videos that remain indefinitely available along with the Facebook group, 2 e-books, and optional small critique groups.
Q: Who will benefit from this class?
A: Anyone who has a passion or interest in writing or illustrating children's picture books.
Q: When does the class start?
A: August 20th - September 22nd 2018 (plus we have an extra instant access week). And an additional 6 months plus of access!
Q: How much will I be investing in this course and how do I pay?
A: We have fantastic staggered discounts so the sooner you register, the bigger your discount. And of course there are the extra bonuses! The course includes over 30 lessons + tons of bonus materials, 5 weeks of M-F instructor access and lifetime access to your community + a 6 day instant access mini-conference. You’ll register through Infusionsoft, which will automatically convert currency for you and we have nifty payment plans available.
Q: When does registration end?
A: Because our courses generally only happen once a year, and due to the high success rate of our students, usually sell out, we recommend that you register sooner rather than later.
Q: I’m primarily a writer, will this course be relevant for me?
A: While the primary focus of the course is illustrating children's picture books, you will learn a ton of helpful information as a writer who wants to know how the illustration process works. And you may actually access that wonderful childlike part of yourself that loved art making until someone told you, you weren't any good, or someone else was the designated artist in the family. Author/illustrators are in hot demand and you no longer need to draw like Michelangelo to be a wonderful kid's book illustrator so you never know...
Q: What will I need?
A: – Computer and Internet access, Facebook access, a great attitude and open mind, and a willingness to play with art and ideas.
Q: Are there any specific time requirements?
A: No! The only time sensitive areas are if you want to submit your work for a live webinar critique, there is a specific deadline, and if you join one of the optional critique groups you need to honor your group's critiquing timeline. The weekly webinars also happen at a specific day and time provided in advance, but if you can't make it live, they are also recorded for later viewing.
Q: What do I do if I have further questions?
A: You can call Mira directly CALIFORNIA time at 916-368-9466 or email mira@childrensbookacademy.com with "Children's Book Illustration Course Question" in the subject head
Q: How long does the course stay open after it ends?
A: Students have an additional 6 months or more access to the course after it ends. The Facebook group with links to the webinars and extra materials stays open indefinitely
Q: Do you offer refunds?
A: Sorry, there are no refunds. Because we give bonus passwords at the time of purchase, it is impossible to offer refunds. We appreciate your understanding. However, we do offer a 100% learning money back guarantee, that if you read the lessons, participate and do the work, and if at the end of a year, don't feel that you learned a lot, we will refund your money in full.
Here are a few more testimonials from the amazing students who have taken this transformative journey before you:
From Lisa Lynn Bates – I highly recommend The Craft and Business of Illustrating Children’s Picture Books. This course will equip you with the tools you need to become an illustrator or improve your skills as an artist interested in creating characters that will appeal to children and art directors. This course covers all types of learners: auditory, visual, and kinesthetic through videos, reading material, worksheets, and a tip on how to create a model that will help you keep your character[s]…consistent throughout the story. If you are seriously considering illustrating children’s books, you can either spend hours or days surfing the net and watching You Tube videos, or take time to sit with the experts and learn the craft from A to Z. I have taken three of Mira's courses and loved them all. I review my notes on a regular basis as I find myself learning something new. The Children's Book Academy is one of its kind.
How do I register again?
All of these levels are available with Payment Plan options. Now that registration is open, just click on the image of whatever level you want below! This course only happens once a year! If now is the time to go for it. just click one of the images below and fill out the form.
