Skillshare Best of 2017 – Featured List
Skillshare Best of 2017 – Featured List
Every January, Skillshare announces their curated "Best of" list, where their team hand-selects the top fifteen classes in two categories: Creative and Business + Tech. I'm so excited to announce that both of my new classes made the cut and I was featured in both lists!
Best of 2017 Creative:
From Paper to Screen:
Digitally Editing Your Artwork in Photoshop
THE CURRICULUM:
One key factor with succeeded with passive income streams like licensing and print on demand is making sure your artwork translates beautifully from paper to screen.
This class is tailored to that process. There is so much more to the process than just scanning in your artwork and uploading it to sell online. What you do in-between those actions can make the difference between an average piece and a best-seller.
LEARN HOW TO:
Fuse multiple scans of artwork together into one image
Remove the paper background Erasing pencil marks, paint splatters, and errors
Explore color variations
Create patterns
Adjust artwork for various template dimensions
Save artwork files for optimization
STATS:
Students: 2,001
Approval Rating: 100%
SELECT REVIEWS:
This class is exactly what I have been looking for to be able to digitize my artwork and use it for Print on Demand products. Cat explains each step in great detail, yet quickly moves through the information. I highly recommend this class. –Karen
Amazing informative class to make your artwork digitally flawless and maximize sales! Cat is an expert and explains everything perfectly! –Susan
Best of 2017 Business + Tech:
A Step-by-Step Guide to Art Licensing:
Sell Your First Piece of Artwork Online
THE CURRICULUM:
Monetize your side-hustle! I’ve sold over 100,000 products by licensing my artwork. Getting involved with art licensing is a great way to boost your passive income.
This class is filled with actionable steps that help you make your first sale with artwork online, as well as boost your sales if you’re already selling.
LEARN HOW TO:
Get featured on Instagram, Society6, Redbubble, and other websites
Grow your social media following into an engaged audience
Find your niche style that customers want to purchase
Define and expand your target audience
Key into trends and use that knowledge to create best-sellers Set up and optimize your shop for boosted traction
Streamline your process and upload your files with minimal effort
Gain a competitive advantage with your artwork pricing structure
Grow a following on your shop website
STATS:
Students: 1,495
Approval Rating: 100%
SELECT REVIEWS:
This is the best class I've seen on the subject of Art Licensing. Cat dispenses a clear sense of direction and the most important things to know and consider as one takes this journey. Well done! –Cory
Cat is a fabulous role model plus her direct and positive attitude throughout her social media and in her Skillshare courses is especially validating and valuable. I definitely would recommend this course to anyone interested in licensing and selling their art, photography and designs. The social media and networking information plus lists of POD sites and image specs were a big bonus. –Debra
Great tips and Great class! So inspirational! I hope to build my art brand and am able to make a living off of it! –Abby