Easy-to-follow, realistic art tutorials! Relax and enjoy creating professional
fine art that you feel proud of!
Are you struggling to make your artwork look more realistic?
Confused about the supplies you need, how to choose your colours, or how to start your first layer?
Do you have some drawing experience already and really want to take your artwork to the next level... but not sure how?
Are you tired of spending hours adding tiny details to your drawings but they don't seem to look any more realistic?
After sharing hundreds of my art tutorials on YouTube,
I have learned that most people go through the same struggles, and have the same questions when it comes to learning
how to draw realistically with pastels, coloured pencils, charcoal, and more!
Don't worry... I have been in your shoes!
That is why I have created these tutorials, so you don't have to go through valuable years
of trial and error, research, and frustration!
Don't pay for expensive art classes!
For a small amount per month, my tutorials will guarantee that you'll learn everything you need to know to start creating beautiful artwork of your own.
Whether you are a beginner hobby artist, or you are wanting to pursue a career with your art, if you'd like to improve your drawing and painting skills even further, then KR Fine Art Academy is the solution for you!
No matter what stage you are at on your artistic journey, between my extensive library of small studies and bigger projects, and my complete beginner's section, my tutorials will take away the confusion, answer all your questions, and take you to the next step of creating realistic and professional artwork!
*PLUS*
Brand new tutorials are added to the library regularly!
Hi there, I'm Kirsty Rebecca!
Why should you trust me?
When I started taking drawing and painting more seriously, I discovered a lot of people using materials that aren’t archival or lightfast.
This was a problem because their artwork has the potential to fade/flake/discolour/crack over time, due to the art supplies they were using.
On the other hand, there were artists using
professional supplies, but they spent
50 to 100 hours on a
single piece of art…
which would drive me insane!
...or there were oil painters who seemed to
be speaking another language that they must
have acquired from their fancy art school…
I couldn’t find any artists who were using archival art supplies, creating the style of artwork that I liked... and also explained what they were doing in a way that was easy to understand!
I soon developed a passion for helping other artists with the same problem.
This is the reason I now create drawing and painting tutorials that are easy to follow, so you can create realistic and professional artwork,
even if you’re just starting out!
What do the tutorials include?
Every tutorial is real-time so I can take you through every step of the process.
I don't skip any important parts of the process, so you will see every stroke from beginning to end!
My videos are fully narrated so you can easily follow along and understand my decision-making process to help you gain the knowledge you need to improve your drawing and painting skills even further!
There are many valuable tips in each tutorial, along with information that will be useful for you in your future projects!
You will also have access to downloadable reference photos such as;
Main Reference Photo
This will be your "go-to" reference throughout the drawing process!
Colour Swatches
To help you see which colours are in which area of your reference photo!
High Saturation
Showing some of those "hidden" colours that may not be as obvious!
Traceable Outline
Starting with an accurate outline is super important! This may help you out!
Supply List
A full list of supplies, including colour names, so you can follow along easily!
What does the KR Fine Art Academy look like inside?
Wondering what it looks like inside the Academy? How does the website work and how easy is it to navigate?
This is the instructional video you will see on your dashboard when you login to the academy!
Take a look at how the website works and how simple it is!
*Please note that this video mentions different tier level membership options (Silver, Gold, & Platinum) that I no longer offer. The only membership option I have is the "Premium Membership" and I will be updating this instructional video in the near future to reflect that
WHAT ARE MY STUDENTS SAYING?
Lindsey
"I THINK KIRSTY REBECCA IS AN AMAZING ARTIST AND VERY INFORMATIVE. FINDING HER TUTORIALS WAS ONE OF THE BEST THINGS THAT HAS HAPPENED TO ME. YOU WON'T REGRET SIGNING UP FOR HER INSTRUCTIONAL LIVE TUTORIALS, AND PLEDGING A SMALL AMOUNT EACH MONTH TO LEARN A WEALTH OF KNOWLEDGE. SHE TAKES HER TIME, SHE HAS INTEGRITY AND SHE CARES ABOUT HER FOLLOWERS AND WHAT WILL HELP US ALONG OUR UNIQUE AND INDIVIDUAL ARTISTIC JOURNEYS. THANK YOU KIRSTY FOR ALL THAT YOU DO FOR THE ART COMMUNITY"
did you know?
A lot of art instructors REFUSE to give you the names of the colours they are using for their tutorials?
Their reasoning is that you should be looking at your reference photo and choosing your own colours...
...and if you rely on the teacher giving you the names of the colours, it will always be a crutch and you'll never know what colours to use on your own projects
But I know that some people learn better when they know what colours the teacher is using!
Or maybe you just want a fun project to follow along with as a weekend hobby!
(without the hassle and stress of choosing colours!)
In my tutorials, I always let you know what colour I am using throughout the process...
so you can make the decision for yourself
whether you want to choose your own colours, or use the same ones I am using!
If you decide you want to create artwork from your own reference photo, there's no need to worry because there is a full tutorial explaining how to choose, edit, and print reference photos!
You will also learn how to create an initial outline using the transfer method!
Are you worried that my tutorials look a little bit difficult for a beginner?
Every tutorial takes you through the entire process in real-time so I can explain what colours I am using and why, and you can see every stroke I make throughout the process!
However, if you are new to drawing, check out the beginner's section where I have selected the perfect tutorials to get you started and ease you into the process!
CHECK OUT MY STUDENT'S ARTWORK!
Would you believe that most of my students have never tried pastels, but created these drawings on their first try?
Some of these students have never even picked up a pencil in their entire life!
Following my beginner's pastel pencil tutorial has given them the confidence and skills to create these stunning pieces of artwork
... and YOU can too!
RISK FREE!
30 day money-back guarantee!
I honestly believe my tutorials will help you improve your drawings, which is why I am offering 30 days risk-free to try out my tutorials!
Join the KR Fine Art Academy and if you aren't enjoying and learning from my tutorials, then contact me within 30 days, and I will happily give you a 100% refund!
No questions asked!
WHAT ARE MY STUDENTS SAYING?
“I WAS SO PLEASED KIRSTY STARTED HER TUTORIALS, BECAUSE I ALWAYS WATCHED HER YOUTUBE, AND THAT WAS ALSO HELPFUL, NOW WITH HER TUTORIALS I ALREADY LEARNED SO MUCH MORE. KIRSTY IS A VERY GOOD TEACHER AND SHE IS VERY COMMITTED TO HER MEMBERS, SHE ALWAYS ANSWERS QUESTIONS, GIVES YOU TIPS AND HELPS YOU OUT WHERE SHE CAN. I GIVE HER MY THUMBS UP"
Barbara / Member
Check out Barbara's progress
after only 9 months!
Still not sure whether KR Fine Art Academy is right for you?
Watch this FREE sample of what my tutorials are really like!
This is a full-length pastel study of a lynx eye,
so you can decide if my teaching style is right for you!
You can download the Reference photos to follow along below!
*Click the download symbol button on image to save to your device
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Can I watch your tutorials on my phone/tablet/ipad?Yes! > Head to your internet browser (Chrome, Safari, Internet Explorer, Firefox etc) on your mobile phone or tablet and type in www.kirstyrebeccafineart.com > Log in to the academy using the "login" button at the top of the page where the menu is > The KR Fine Art Academy website is designed to work beautifully on tablets and mobile devices as well as your laptops and desktops Many of my members watch the tutorials on their phones or tablets 😊
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How do I access the tutorials once I have joined KR Fine Art Academy?All you need to do is head to my website and click the "login" button in the top right hand corner of the menu https://www.kirstyrebeccafineart.com/ Once you have logged in, there will be an instructional video on your dashboard that shows you the way around the Academy website! There is a very simple in-built navigation menu inside the Academy website where you will be able to easily find the tutorial you wish to watch! You will have access to the downloadable reference photos and a supply list alongside each tutorial
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What if I change my mind? (Or I want to cancel my subscription?)I have a 30-day money back guarantee! If you are not enjoying and learning from my tutorials, simply contact me within 30 days via email krfineart@outlook.com and I will refund your membership for you (no questions asked!) Alternatively, if you decide later down the track that you wish to cancel your membership - you can do this at any time through your account settings as well! If you wish to cancel your membership, login to the academy as usual; > Click your avatar image in the top corner > Click settings > At the top of the screen, click Billing Info > Under "Active Subscriptions" click the three dots on the right hand side > Click "cancel this subscription" If you have any problems, please email me at krfineart@outlook.com and I can help you cancel it
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I am new to pastels/coloured pencil/graphite/charcoal... or new to art in general.. which tutorials should I watch first?Although all of my tutorials are aimed at beginners, if you want a little extra help getting started, I have a beginner's tutorial which I recommend you start with! I’ll show you how to choose and edit your reference photo, create digital colour swatches, print your reference photo to the correct size, and create an outline using the transfer method!
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How can I share my artwork with you (and others in the community)?If you would like to share your artwork, ask for advice/tips, or chat with the other members of the community, I have a private Facebook Group where only members of the Premium Membership inside the KR Fine Art Academy can join! https://www.facebook.com/groups/krfineartacademy/ Make sure to answer the questions by adding the email address you used to join the Premium Membership so admins can cross-reference. This may take a couple of days to approve If you have purchased a course, and are not part of the Premium Membership - then you can join our public Facebook Group which is open to anyone who wishes to join; https://www.facebook.com/groups/kirstyrebeccasartcommunity/
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How do you decide which brand of pastel pencil or coloured pencil to use for each piece?If you're wondering which supplies I use in general, I have a Supply List with links here; https://www.kirstyrebeccafineart.com/supplylists Coloured pencil - I just want to start out by saying that you don't need all of these brands when you're just getting started! You can choose one brand (I reccomend the Derwent Lightfast first, then Faber Castell Polychromos second, and Caran D'ache Luminance third) plus the black and chinese white from Derwent Drawing If I am blending with solvent (which I usually do) I will tend to choose more "wax-based" brands like Caran D'ache Luminance, Derwent Lightfast, or Derwent Drawing in the first few layers because they blend out with very saturated colours and look almost paint-like. Then as the layers develop, I may add in other brands like Faber Castell Polychromos (which are "oil-based" because they sharpen to a finer point which is great for details. Derwent Lightfast feels like a mix of wax and oil-based in my opinion, which is why I recommend them first because you get the best of both worlds In general, I choose the brand depending on the colour I am looking for. Each brand has a slightly different colour selection, so the first thing I look for is the colour I want, and that could be in any of the brands listed above. I sometimes do the entire drawing with one brand, and you can definitely start out with just one set of pencils and choose similar colours from that one brand - you don't need every brand/set of pencils to get started! Pastel Pencil - I use both the Stabilo Carbothello and Faber Castell Pitt Pastel Pencils equally. They feel very similar, but the Carbothello are a little softer (I don't think it makes much of a difference when using them though) I also choose which pastel pencil I am going to use based on the colours. Each set has slightly different colours, so I am picking which colour I want from either brand. Again, you don't need to purchase both sets to start with - you can choose similar colours from one set, or layer a few colours to achieve a similar colour
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How do the payments work?Once you've joined the Premium Membership in the KR Fine Art Academy, you will have immediate access to all of the benefits! Monthly Membership: As a new member, your payment will be processed on the day you become a member, then on the same date each month going forward Yearly Membership: As a new member, your payment will be processed on the day you become a member, then on the same date the following year, each year going forward
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I am a member on Patreon, how do I switch to the KR Fine Art Academy instead?This is very simple! Monthly Membership: If you are currently on a monthly membership, simply cancel your Patreon membership by following the instructions in this link; https://support.patreon.com/hc/en-us/articles/360005502572-Cancel-my-membership Then head over to the KR Fine Art Academy membership options and choose which option you prefer! https://www.kirstyrebeccafineart.com/academy-membership-options Annual Membership: If you are on an annual membership, go to the KR Fine Art Academy membership options and choose your preferred option https://www.kirstyrebeccafineart.com/academy-membership-options Once you have joined the Academy, please email me at kirstyrebeccafineart@outlook.com to let me know you have joined the Academy and wish to cancel your annual Patreon membership. I will issue a partial refund for the remainder of your Patreon membership which will take 5-7 business days to reach your account! You won't have to manually cancel your Patreon membership because it will automatically be canceled when I issue a refund for you 😊
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Which art supplies should I purchase before joining the KR Fine Art Academy?It depends on what medium you are interested in, but if you're mostly interested in pastels, I would recommend grabbing some Pan Pastels and some pastel pencils because I use them in 95% of my pastel tutorials I worked with Pan Pastels to create my own set of 20 colours called "General Realism with Kirsty Rebecca". I'm going to sound a bit like a walking advertisement, but this set includes the 5 base colours (red, yellow, blue, black, white) plus 15 of my "most-used" colours to create any type of realistic subject (wildlife, birds, pet portraits, landscapes, florals, human portraits, still life etc). The reason I included the 5 base colours in this set is that you can mix Pan Pastels like paint, so if there is a colour "missing" from this set, you can easily create the colour you need I have used this set exclusively for about 4 years to create most of the tutorials in the Academy, so you really don't need any other set of Pans if you can get your hands on this one Otherwise, if you don't want to spend that much money to start with, I'd recommend the set of 5 basic colours (red, blue, yellow, black, white) so you can just mix your colours until you're able to build up your set over time by purchasing individual colours when you need them In terms of pastel pencils, the two brands I use the most are the Faber Castell Pitt pastel pencils and the Stabilo Carbothello pastel pencils They are both very similar but have different colour ranges so I use them both equally depending on the colour I need If you can only purchase one to start with, that's totally fine, you can also buy individual colours of both brands as you need them and layer/mix your colours as you go - it is harder to mix/layer your pastel pencils and takes a bit of practice to get the colour you need, but it's definitely doable if you are on a budget The paper I recommend for pastels is Clairefontaine Pastelmat. This is the most important supply so if you are on a budget and need to save some money, get a smaller set of Pans or pastel pencils - don't get a cheaper paper because there is nothing else that compares to Pastelmat, unfortunately! I usually buy the dark grey, brown, or sienna colours in larger sheets then cut them down to the sizes I need (it works out cheaper this way and I can choose the colours I like) They do sell pads of Pastelmat which is great to start with, but they usually come with 4 colours, and you may not like some of the colour combinations These are links to the above-mentioned supplies to make it easier for you! Pan Pastels - 5 basic colours - https://amzn.to/49Dnzp0 Pan Pastels - my set of 20 colours - https://amzn.to/3JftwOv Faber Castell Pitt pastel pencils - https://amzn.to/49IK1xm Stabilo Carbothello pastel pencils - https://amzn.to/3PVLSaH Clairefontaine Pastelmat sheets - https://amzn.to/3JmxeWg Clairefontaine Patselmat pads - https://amzn.to/49APV3r If you're interested in other mediums, I do have a supply list with links to all the supplies on my website here; https://www.kirstyrebeccafineart.com/supplylists If you want to know about any other mediums/supplies specifically, just email me at krfineart@outlook.com and I'll be happy to help 😊
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What if I want to switch from monthly to annual membership? (or annual to monthly)Switching to Monthly Membership To switch to the monthly membership, simply follow this link and choose the monthly membership!* https://www.kirstyrebeccafineart.com/academy-membership-options At checkout, make sure you login with the same email address you used to join your original membership tier level *It is best to switch when you get close to the end of your own annual billing cycle (closer to the date you originally joined) because joining the monthly membership will automatically start a new billing cycle (and you will be charged the full monthly amount) from the date you join the new subscription. At checkout, make sure you login with the same email address you used to join your original membership tier level. If you have any questions about this, please feel free to email me at krfineart@outlook.com Switching to Annual Membership To switch to the annual membership level, simply follow this link and choose the annual membership instead!** https://www.kirstyrebeccafineart.com/academy-membership-options At checkout, make sure you login with the same email address you used to join your original membership tier level **It is best to switch when you get close to the end of your own monthly billing cycle (closer to the date you originally joined) because joining the monthly membership will automatically start a new billing cycle (and you will be charged the full annual amount) from the date you join the new subscription. At checkout, make sure you login with the same email address you used to join your original membership tier level. If you have any questions about this, please feel free to email me at krfineart@outlook.com
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Do you have subtitles or translate your tutorials to other languages?Unfortunately, there are no subtitles available and the tutorials are only in English at this point in time. If you are unsure whether you can follow along with the tutorials in English, you are welcome to take advantage of the 30-day money-back guarantee! You can join the KR Fine Art Academy, and if you find the tutorials too difficult to follow, let me know within 30 days and I will refund your membership for you 😊
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How can you contact me?If you have any questions about the tier levels, payments or the Academy in general, you are welcome to email me at krfineart@outlook.com
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How long (on average) are your tutorials?Most of my tutorials are less than 5 hours long - so you don't have to spend days, weeks, or months on a single piece of artwork! My tutorials share the techniques and processes I use to get my artwork to look realistic, without spending a ridiculous amount of hours on tiny details 😊
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Struggling to find the supplies I have listed in my tutorials? Trust me, I know your pain!"I have a full list of all the supplies I use, with direct links to each product on Amazon US/UK/AU here https://www.kirstyrebeccafineart.com/supplylists I also have links to Jackson's which is a UK-based art supply store, that actually ships worldwide (some of their products are cheaper than what I can get in Australia, so the shipping is worth it!) for those of you who don't have access to a large Amazon store like the UK/US AND if you purchase ANYTHING from Jackson's after clicking any of my links, you'll receive 10% off your entire first order! *These are affiliate links
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Sharing/selling your artwork created from the tutorialsSharing/selling your artwork created from the tutorials Generally, most artists who create online tutorials do not allow you to sell your work, enter any competitions, or claim it as your own in any way. You are allowed to use the tutorials as practice – and that’s all. The main reasons why people have these “rules” are because they have either used their own reference photos for their tutorials (or have paid for the reference so they have the right to use the photo – but their students don’t) and also because people generally don’t like it when other people copy their work and claim it as their own However, I am not as fussed as some other people about some of these “rules” So, to answer some of your questions; Can I share the artwork I created by following one of your tutorials online? (to Facebook/Instagram/your own website etc) I purposely use free royalty-free reference photos, so you won’t have any legal copyright issues if you upload your work online… BUT please don’t claim it as your own work. I have seen quite a lot of posts recently on social media that are almost an exact replica of my artwork (which is great – I love seeing the work you create from the tutorials) but the artist is basically claiming that they came up with the idea, techniques, colour choices, backgrounds etc. The courteous, fair, respectful, and honest thing to do is to credit the teacher when you post your artwork online if you follow a tutorial. This goes for any tutorial you follow from any artist. For example, you can simply add “tutorial by Kirsty Rebecca Fine Art” at the bottom of your post 😊 Can I sell the artwork I created by following one of your tutorials? I don’t have any issues with you selling your work created from the tutorials – just remember to credit the teacher (myself) by adding “tutorial by Kirsty Rebecca Fine Art” to your website listing/social media post etc when you advertise it for sale Can I enter the artwork I created by following one of your tutorials in a competition or show? (online or in-person) No. This is actually because competitions require you to enter “original artwork”. So understandably, if you copy one of my tutorials, you (along with many others) would have created copies of the same piece of artwork, that I originally created – therefore you would be breaking competition “rules” Hopefully, this makes things a little clearer! 😊
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How can you contact me?If you have any questions about payments or the Academy in general, you are welcome to email me at krfineart@outlook.com *Please don't use this email for critiques/feedback of your artwork - instead, you can share your artwork/questions with our Facebook community!
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Can I Chromecast tutorials from the Academy to my TV (like YouTube videos?)There is actually a mobile app available that does have the option to Chromecast The app is called Kajabi (that is the name of the website host I use for the KR Fine Art Academy) and you can find it here; https://pages.kajabi.com/mobile-app-download All you need to do is download the app and log in using the same email and password you used to join the Academy I don't usually promote the app because it is very "basic" and doesn't include any images for the tutorial thumbnails (which means you can only see the title of the tutorials without seeing an image of what the artwork looks like!) Usually, if people want to watch the tutorials on their phone or tablet, I suggest going to their mobile internet browser (Chrome, Internet Explorer, Safari etc) and typing in my website to log in or sign up to the Academy https://www.kirstyrebeccafineart.com/ This is the best way to see all of the tutorials with images displayed for each tutorial… but the problem is that you can’t use Chromecast through your mobile web browser If you use the Kajabi app, you will find that when you click on the tutorial, there is an option to Chromecast the video to your TV or another device (just like videos on YouTube etc) I would only suggest getting the Kajabi app if you want to use Chromecast... but if you plan on watching the tutorials straight from your phone, tablet, laptop, or desktop - then go to Chrome/Safari/Internet Explorer/Firefox etc and type in https://www.kirstyrebeccafineart.com/ to log in to the Academy 😊 If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me!
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Sharing/selling your artwork created from the tutorialsGenerally, most artists who create online tutorials do not allow you to sell your work, enter any competitions, or claim it as your own in any way. You are allowed to use the tutorials as practice – and that’s all. The main reasons why people have these “rules” is because they have either used their own reference photos for their tutorials (or have paid for the reference so they have the right to use the photo – but their students don’t) and also because people generally don’t like it when other people copy their work and claim it as their own However, I am not as fussed as some other people about some of these “rules” So, to answer some of your questions; -Can I share the artwork I created by following one of your tutorials online? (to Facebook/Instagram/your own website etc) I purposely use free royalty-free reference photos, so you won’t have any legal copyright issues if you upload your work online… BUT please don’t claim it as your own work. I have seen quite a lot of posts recently on social media that are almost an exact replica of my artwork (which is great – I love seeing the work you create from the tutorials) but the artist is basically claiming that they came up with the idea, techniques, colour choices, backgrounds etc. The courteous, fair, respectful, and honest thing to do is to credit the teacher when you post your artwork online if you follow a tutorial. For example, you can simply add “tutorial by Kirsty Rebecca Fine Art” at the bottom of your post 😊 -Can I enter the artwork I created by following one of your tutorials in a competition or show? (online or in-person) No. This is actually because competitions require you to enter “original artwork”. So understandably, if you copy one of my tutorials, you (along with many others) would have created copies of the same piece of artwork, that I originally created – therefore you would be breaking competition “rules” -Can I sell the artwork I created by following one of your tutorials? I don’t have any issues with you selling your work created from the tutorials – just remember to credit the teacher (myself) by adding “tutorial by Kirsty Rebecca Fine Art” to your website listing/social media post etc when you advertise it for sale Hopefully, this makes things a little clearer! 😊
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How do I access the tutorials once I have purchased a Tutorial Bundle?My Tutorial bundles are part of the KR Fine Art Academy! All you need to do is head to my website and click the "login" button in the top right hand corner of the menu https://www.kirstyrebeccafineart.com/ Once you have logged in, you will see your tutorial bundle. Click on the image to enter the Academy and there will be an instructional video on your dashboard that shows you the way around the Academy website! There is a very simple in-built navigation menu inside the Academy website where you will be able to easily find the tutorial you wish to watch! You will have access to the downloadable reference photos and a supply list alongside each tutorial
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Can I watch your tutorials on my phone/tablet/ipad?Yes! > Head to your internet browser (Chrome, Safari, Internet Explorer, Firefox etc) on your mobile phone or tablet and type in www.kirstyrebeccafineart.com > Log in to the academy using the "login" button at the top of the page where the menu is > The KR Fine Art Academy website is designed to work beautifully on tablets and mobile devices as well as your laptops and desktops Many of my members watch the tutorials on their phones or tablets 😊
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Do you have subtitles or translate your tutorials to other languages?Unfortunately, there are no subtitles available and the tutorials are only in English at this point in time. If you are unsure whether you can follow along with the tutorials in English, you are welcome to take advantage of the 30-day money-back guarantee! You can purchase a tutorial bundle, and if you find the tutorials too difficult to follow, let me know within 30 days and I will refund the bundle for you 😊
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How do you decide which brand of pastel pencil or coloured pencil to use for each piece?If you're wondering which supplies I use in general, I have a Supply List with links here; https://www.kirstyrebeccafineart.com/supplylists Coloured pencil - I just want to start out by saying that you don't need all of these brands when you're just getting started! You can choose one brand (I reccomend the Derwent Lightfast first, then Faber Castell Polychromos second, and Caran D'ache Luminance third) plus the black and chinese white from Derwent Drawing If I am blending with solvent (which I usually do) I will tend to choose more "wax-based" brands like Caran D'ache Luminance, Derwent Lightfast, or Derwent Drawing in the first few layers because they blend out with very saturated colours and look almost paint-like. Then as the layers develop, I may add in other brands like Faber Castell Polychromos (which are "oil-based" because they sharpen to a finer point which is great for details. Derwent Lightfast feels like a mix of wax and oil-based in my opinion, which is why I recommend them first because you get the best of both worlds In general, I choose the brand depending on the colour I am looking for. Each brand has a slightly different colour selection, so the first thing I look for is the colour I want, and that could be in any of the brands listed above. I sometimes do the entire drawing with one brand, and you can definitely start out with just one set of pencils and choose similar colours from that one brand - you don't need every brand/set of pencils to get started! Pastel Pencil - I use both the Stabilo Carbothello and Faber Castell Pitt Pastel Pencils equally. They feel very similar, but the Carbothello are a little softer (I don't think it makes much of a difference when using them though) I also choose which pastel pencil I am going to use based on the colours. Each set has slightly different colours, so I am picking which colour I want from either brand. Again, you don't need to purchase both sets to start with - you can choose similar colours from one set, or layer a few colours to achieve a similar colour
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Can I download the tutorial to my computer?Unfortunately, the tutorials are high quality videos which means the files are too large to create downloadable files, but you can log in to the KR Fine Art Academy at any time and watch the tutorial online whenever you please 😊 You will have lifetime access to the tutorial bundle* *Lifetime access = Access to the tutorials for the lifetime of the course (my intention is that it will be available forever, but legally, I have to state this)
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If I buy a Tutorial Bundle, is it accessible to me indefinitely or do I have to complete within a certain time period?If you purchase a Tutorial Bundle, you will have access to your chosen bundle(s) indefinitely - meaning there are no time limits (you can watch it today, or any time in the future)! Unlike the Membership option where you will only have access to the tutorials for as long as you remain a member!
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Struggling to find the supplies I have listed in my tutorials? Trust me, I know your pain!"I have a full list of all the supplies I use, with direct links to each product on Amazon US/UK/AU here https://www.kirstyrebeccafineart.com/supplylists I also have links to Jackson's which is a UK-based art supply store, that actually ships worldwide (some of their products are cheaper than what I can get in Australia, so the shipping is worth it!) for those of you who don't have access to a large Amazon store like the UK/US AND if you purchase ANYTHING from Jackson's after clicking any of my links, you'll receive 10% off your entire first order! *These are affiliate links
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How long (on average) are your tutorials?Most of my tutorials are less than 5 hours long - so you don't have to spend days, weeks, or months on a single piece of artwork! My tutorials share the techniques and processes I use to get my artwork to look realistic, without spending a ridiculous amount of hours on tiny details 😊
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What if I change my mind?I have a 30-day money back guarantee! If you are not enjoying and learning from my tutorials, simply contact me within 30 days via email krfineart@outlook.com and I will refund your course or membership for you (no questions asked!) Alternatively, if you are a monthly or annual member, and decide later down the track that you wish cancel your membership - you can do this at any time through your account settings as well! If you wish to cancel your membership, login to the academy as usual; > Click your avatar image in the top corner > Click settings > At the top of the screen, click Billing Info > Under "Active Subscriptions" click the three dots on the right hand side > Click "cancel this subscription" If you have any problems, please email me at krfineart@outlook.com and I can help you cancel it!
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How can you contact me?If you have any questions that are not answered in the FAQ, you can email me at krfineart@outlook.com
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Sharing/selling your artwork created from the tutorialsGenerally, most artists who create online tutorials do not allow you to sell your work, enter any competitions, or claim it as your own in any way. You are allowed to use the tutorials as practice – and that’s all. The main reasons why people have these “rules” are because they have either used their own reference photos for their tutorials (or have paid for the reference so they have the right to use the photo – but their students don’t) and also because people generally don’t like it when other people copy their work and claim it as their own However, I am not as fussed as some other people about some of these “rules” So, to answer some of your questions; Can I share the artwork I created by following one of your tutorials online? (to Facebook/Instagram/your own website etc) I purposely use free royalty-free reference photos, so you won’t have any legal copyright issues if you upload your work online… BUT please don’t claim it as your own work. I have seen quite a lot of posts recently on social media that are almost an exact replica of my artwork (which is great – I love seeing the work you create from the tutorials) but the artist is basically claiming that they came up with the idea, techniques, colour choices, backgrounds etc. The courteous, fair, respectful, and honest thing to do is to credit the teacher when you post your artwork online if you follow a tutorial. This goes for any tutorial you follow from any artist. For example, you can simply add “tutorial by Kirsty Rebecca Fine Art” at the bottom of your post 😊 Can I sell the artwork I created by following one of your tutorials? I don’t have any issues with you selling your work created from the tutorials – just remember to credit the teacher (myself) by adding “tutorial by Kirsty Rebecca Fine Art” to your website listing/social media post etc when you advertise it for sale Can I enter the artwork I created by following one of your tutorials in a competition or show? (online or in-person) No. This is actually because competitions require you to enter “original artwork”. So understandably, if you copy one of my tutorials, you (along with many others) would have created copies of the same piece of artwork, that I originally created – therefore you would be breaking competition “rules” Hopefully, this makes things a little clearer! 😊
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Can I watch your tutorials on my phone/tablet/ipad?Yes! > Head to your internet browser (Chrome, Safari, Internet Explorer, Firefox etc) on your mobile phone or tablet and type in www.kirstyrebeccafineart.com > Log in to the academy using the "login" button at the top of the page where the menu is > The KR Fine Art Academy website is designed to work beautifully on tablets and mobile devices as well as your laptops and desktops Many of my members watch the tutorials on their phones or tablets 😊
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I am new to pastels/coloured pencil/graphite/charcoal... or new to art in general.. which tutorials should I watch first?Although all of my tutorials are aimed at beginners, I suggest starting with the "Create with Confidence: Foundations of Drawing Course"! I’ll show you all of the basic things you need to know before you get started like choosing/editing reference photos, composition, printing your reference, values, basic colour theory, and creating your initial outline!
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How do I access the tutorials once I have joined KR Fine Art Academy?All you need to do is head to my website and click the "login" button in the top right hand corner of the menu https://www.kirstyrebeccafineart.com/ Once you have logged in, click on your course or membership, then you will be directed to the Dashboard where you will see an instructional video that shows you the way around the Academy website! There is a very simple in-built navigation menu inside the Academy website where you will be able to easily find the tutorial you wish to watch!
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Do you have subtitles or translate your tutorials to other languages?Unfortunately, there are no subtitles available and the tutorials are only in English at this point in time. If you are unsure whether you can follow along with the tutorials in English, you are welcome to take advantage of the 30-day money-back guarantee! You can join the KR Fine Art Academy, and if you find the tutorials too difficult to follow, let me know within 30 days and I will refund your membership for you 😊
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How do the payments work for the monthly or annual membership?Once you've joined KR Fine Art Academy, you will have immediate access to all of the benefits! Monthly Membership: As a new member, your payment will be processed on the day you become a member, then on the same date each month going forward Annual Membership: As a new member, your payment will be processed on the day you become a member, then on the same date the following year, each year going forward
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Struggling to find the supplies I have listed in my tutorials? Trust me, I know your pain!I have a full list of all the supplies I use, with direct links to each product on Amazon US/UK/AU as well as other art stores in different countries here https://www.kirstyrebeccafineart.com/supplylists
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How long (on average) are your tutorials?Most of my larger projects are less than 5 hours long - so you don't have to spend days, weeks, or months on a single piece of artwork! My tutorials share the techniques and processes I use to get my artwork to look realistic, without spending a ridiculous amount of hours on each piece 😊
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How can I share my artwork with you (and others in the community)?If you would like to share your artwork, ask for advice/tips, or chat with the other members of the community, I have a private Facebook Group where only members of the Premium Membership inside the KR Fine Art Academy can join! https://www.facebook.com/groups/krfineartacademy/ Make sure to answer the questions by adding the email address you used to join the Premium Membership so admins can cross-reference. This may take a couple of days to approve If you have purchased a course, and are not part of the Premium Membership - then you can join our public Facebook Group which is open to anyone who wishes to join; https://www.facebook.com/groups/kirstyrebeccasartcommunity/
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What if I want to switch from monthly to annual membership? (or annual to monthly)If you have joined the Premium Membership, you may wish to switch from monthly to annual or vise versa (this won't apply to those who have purchased a course) Switching to Monthly Membership To switch to the monthly membership, simply follow this link and choose the monthly membership!* https://www.kirstyrebeccafineart.com/academy-membership-options At checkout, make sure you login with the same email address you used to join your original membership tier level *It is best to switch when you get close to the end of your own annual billing cycle (closer to the date you originally joined) because joining the monthly membership will automatically start a new billing cycle (and you will be charged the full monthly amount) from the date you join the new subscription. At checkout, make sure you login with the same email address you used to join your original membership tier level. If you have any questions about this, please feel free to email me at krfineart@outlook.com Switching to Annual Membership To switch to the annual membership level, simply follow this link and choose the annual membership instead!** https://www.kirstyrebeccafineart.com/academy-membership-options At checkout, make sure you login with the same email address you used to join your original membership tier level **It is best to switch when you get close to the end of your own monthly billing cycle (closer to the date you originally joined) because joining the monthly membership will automatically start a new billing cycle (and you will be charged the full annual amount) from the date you join the new subscription. At checkout, make sure you login with the same email address you used to join your original membership tier level. If you have any questions about this, please feel free to email me at krfineart@outlook.com