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This is the best art class I’ve ever taken. It's always hard for me socially and I was amazed that I was able to find the courage to share my work in front of other people. I learned a lot about so many new concepts that I’m excited to continue to study in the future, but I’m most grateful for the supportive, positive environment you fostered. My favorite thing about this class is how positive it is psychologically, once you can muster the courage to not worry about failing and put yourself out there 🙂

– Daniel
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Thank you very much for these lessons, they have been invaluable to me as an artist.

– Zee 
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I want to take a moment to tell you that the shading course is so well made. I've taken dozens of courses over the years in different fields like marketing, video creation, martial arts, and now art. The Shading Course is so well crafted and concise. You've put a lot of effort into making it and I thank you for it." 

– Mike 
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Loving the course. It’s an incredible act of generosity.

– Rudi 
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I took your Shading Course during the Pandemic and it was an absolute game changer for me. I tell people about it all the time and it is always in my top 5 tips for leveling up as an artist.

– Ben
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Thank you so much for the wonderful course and your fantastic support. I am in awe of your dedication to teaching. I have learned so much. Above all this course has given me the confidence to create better art. I hope to now create a daily commitment to my art practise. Thank you again.

– Suteja 
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This is an extremely high level of professionalism and I love it. Thank you so much Dorian for your course.

– Sofiane 
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The course is great, and in just the last couple weeks, I find myself thinking and analyzing shadows and light on the objects around me with more interest and appreciation. I am impressed with your enthusiasm for teaching. You are skilled in directing everyone's observations and soliciting their thoughts as you curate the class. I feel very fortunate to be able to participate.

– Douglas 
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I am very impressed by the quality of the content - A+! It was super helpful to have the various animations and visualizations along with what you were talking about. 

So far, some of the best training I have ever seen on the subject. Definitely several 'ahas' when watching it in my understanding of the concept that I had not picked up when hearing it explained by other teachers before.

– Joseph 
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Hey Dorian, I'm really happy to be going back to these fundamental skills and you have done a great job at communicating clearly and efficiently. I really respect the amount of work you have put in to make it come together. It looks and feels great!

– Adam 
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You are a really good teacher. I have learned and re-learned a lot more than I thought I would from this course. I am also inspired to go grow further, which I felt was diminishing after 15 years of making art for games and other people. Thank you for a great class.

– Steven
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I've followed Dorian's work for more than a decade. When he was a super talented student in Florence, he generously shared what he was learning. He has become a terrific teacher. The Shading Course is a new didactic milestone.

His way of explaining light embraces the complexity of the subject and makes it very clear. His strategies for organizing values are outstanding and very useful for representational work.

I can't recommend this course enough! You will benefit greatly, whether you are a beginner, an experienced artist, or a teacher.

– Ariel
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I really appreciate your instruction, Dorian. I have learned to change the way I draw and perceive my strokes. Thank you very much for allowing me to study with you, it is a great privilege and a source of joy.

– Caleb
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Easily the best breakdown of reflected light that I have ever seen/heard. I am so happy I have joined your Shading Course. I will tell all my art friends about it! 👍🏼🖌️🎨

– Gina
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Dorian communicates with lightness and clarity. His fascination and joy with nature and art are truly contagious. The drawing exercises are challenging (ambient occlusion!) but are great opportunities to grow as an artist and as a person. They help you see what has been around you all along. His respect and patience for every person (no matter their expertise) is commendable and instructive. I’m so glad I had the opportunity to take this course.

– Tim
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Dorian, I wanted to let you know that your course made all the difference for me. I’ve been struggling with values despite watching many videos and reading books over several months, but your explanations were crystal clear and simple - turns out it’s not so complicated after all if you have a good teacher. Now all my drawings and paintings suddenly look a lot more 3D and a lot closer to the paintings I’d like to paint one day. Hope you have more success with your website, I’ve been telling everyone struggling with values to take your course.

– Emre
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You are a force! I am learning so much and understanding very valuable information because of the way you teach.

– Robin
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I love your course. I have learned more in one week about the impact light has on a shadow than I have in several years of art lessons. In just the first module, you have opened up my eyes regarding what to look for. I'm really looking forward to the other modules. You are a great teacher!

– Shannon
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Dear Dorian, I am very grateful to you for the opportunity you have given me to join the shading course. I love the course, it's awesome! Very well explained and the process we learn is beautiful. Thank you Dorian for your wonderful work in creating such a beautiful course. Thank you, Thank You and Thank You!!

– Manjayan
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This course is amazing. It is really helpful, well explained and with an awesome presentation. I now understand so many new things!

— Miguel
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I would like to thank you for putting together the Shading Course and for the coaching you have given me. You do a good job sharing with us the thought process in your head. The lessons and your feedback have encouraged a fast rate of growth. I am really happy to see how you (the pro artist) gave people really thoughtful feedback on their work. That motivated me to participate, and I'm so glad I did!

– Scott
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This volume and quality of content you have provided is absolutely incredible, and your teaching skills are some of the best I've seen. I will definitely re-subscribe as I have so much to learn.

– Jimmy
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What I've learned has impacted my art all the way around – not only when I create, but also when I view and appreciate artworks in general.

– Doug
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I'm entering the last module of lessons and have to say the shading course improved the way I see illustration beyond satisfaction. Such great content presented so eloquently have been a bliss to consume. Kudos to Dorian!

– Jean
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Dorian’s course is outstanding. His meticulous teaching and exceptional study materials significantly deepened my understanding of how light shapes form, motivating me to keep developing my art. His teaching skills are truly top-notch.

– Kristín
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There is so much to learn and do in the course. Dorian’s ongoing dedication to refining it is incredible.

– Douglas
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I love your course! It is well crafted, very informative and helpful. I appreciate the scientific explanations...fascinating. Helps me understand what I'm seeing, informs what I'm doing and why I'm doing it. Feedback sessions are invaluable and thorough. Watching you correct mistakes and explain why you are making the change has improved my learning 10 fold. The feedback sessions are a goldmine of information. Keep doing what you're doing!

– A.
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Thanks for the feedback on Discord for the exercises, it is very helpful to understand what it is I don’t understand yet. I feel very fortunate to receive so much help. It is much better than struggling alone and to have no clue what to improve.

— Marlies