What students are saying about
Bet Borgeson Studio's Online Drawing Courses...
"In looking through the galleries I'm struck with the diversity of styles. Bet's ability to coach, teach and encourage each student in his own style--through a computer screen--is just awesome. In some I can see a bit of Bet's own way. But so many others veer off into an individual bent. Yet the works are remarkably consistent in quality. The composition of the elements, the use of color, the placement of objects within the format among all those students are quite pleasing. My hat's off to her!"
JANE TURNER,
Lebanon, Oregon
"When I first started these classes, I knew there was talent in these old bones, but I didn’t know how to get motivated. What was inspiration? How to decide what to draw? How to compose it? If it wasn’t for Bet’s belief that I could improve my talent and the comments and praise from the great people in the forum, I don’t believe I would have come as far as I have. I’ve gained confidence and security in my talent and I’ve learned so much. At Bet’s urging, I began to seriously study art history...all those abstracts and Picasso’s make sense! Now, I’m off onto classes at the University of Wisconsin-- online, of course."--TERESA KENT,
Neosho Falls, KS
"The techniques Bet has developed and shared with her students are invaluable! I have found her critiques to be extensive, informative and motivating. Her books are chock full of examples and detailed instructions and provide the fundamentals necessary for a solid foundation in the colored pencil medium. The online forum gives many opportunities to share insights, thoughts and opinions about a wide range of art-related subjects. Borgeson is almost single-handedly legitimizing the CP medium in the art industry, as far as this student is concerned!" HOLLY HERRON
Cumming, GA
"This course is turning out great! One-on-one access to the founder of CP as fine art... plus the time to work through two entire pieces with help along the way. There's just no way an on-location workshop can compete with this format."TERRY LEACH
Green Valley, Arizona
"[Borgeson has] a remarkable way of being able to share her talent. I have learned more than I ever expected. Her books are the best educational books that I have ever read. Starting my art endeavor using colored pencil as a medium has moved the learning process forward exponentially for me." BERTIE C. SMITH
Harpswell, Maine
"I learned a lot in your course. I found having a one-on-one critique such a valuable experience, and one that is not readily available in a larger art class format. Your critiques are very generous in detail which provides much learning, yet they remain confidence building at the same time."DEBBIE LAPOINTE
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
"This way of working was really exciting. [Borgeson] didn't just teach us about colored pencil, but encouraged us to stretch our minds and habits. Consequently, the growth in understanding that I experienced far exceeded my initial expectations." --WENDY DEBICKI
Ancaster, Ontario, Canada
KIM ORAVECZ JOANNE MEYER
Eastlake, Ohio

[Kim created this digital composite...then put herself in it.]

Olmsted Township, Ohio
MARIANNE POST DIANE L. KELLY

Vacaville, California

"It was a very rewarding experience to take both courses...Bet is very patient and understanding and her critiques are very fair. I would recommend these courses to anyone as Bet is a pioneer in the medium and knows what she is talking about."
Norwalk, Connecticut
DEBBIE SHEALY MARY CATHERINE HELLER ANGELA HOWARD KATHRYN ENGLIN CHRISTINE BOYD MARCI SEYBOTH SUSAN RUBIN TOM GAZLER DEBBIE GRAY RICHARD TUTTLE

Bucyrus, Ohio

Woodbridge, Virginia

"...you are one of the best teachers I've had. You really know your stuff, and your critiques are given with such frankness combined with such optimism that I feel that I have been both encouraged and given the necessary information to move forward."
Santa Barbara, California

Eureka, California

"THIS CLASS IS GREAT! ...the best part is I am really enjoying this work. Thanks for making these classes so accessible."
Lake Oswego, Oregon

Grants Pass, Oregon
Stamford, Connecticut

"The suggestions and improvements [in your critiques] were everything I've been hoping for. I'm used to very vague critiques and instructions in in-person workshops I've attended. It's very refreshing to get some solid help and information. The text was far superior to most I've seen. A pleasure to read..."
Valparaiso, Indiana
I feel much more comfortable working with colored pencils... A side benefit of this experience is that I'm now making time for my artwork on a regular basis."
Windsor, California

"The online format has worked wonders for me; it allowed me to work when I wanted to and when I usually wouldn't have the time (or desire) to commute to a traditional class. The personal critiques were absolutely fabulous and very useful. I have discovered that I truly love this medium; plus, it is such a complement to my calligraphy. :-) I cannot wait to take CP2."
Portland, Oregon
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Seaside, Oregon

Warwick, North Dakota

Santa Rosa, California

Long Beach, California

On a score of 1 to 10...you definitely gave a 10 with this class."
Bend, Oregon

"It was really fun to interact with the other class members, and also it was encouraging. The critiques were elegant and outstanding--both the text and the changes in drawings. I would be interested in taking another class..."
Lexington, South Carolina
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