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Joining the Members Circle (a private community inside Monthly Sharpener) will open doors to an inspiring world of artistic growth and connection.

There is currently a waitlist for Members Circle.

Go here to be added to the waitlist:

https://sharpened-artist.ck.page/7b6ffa6e05


Here’s some of what you get when you join Members Circle:


1. The Friday Follow-Along Series: A real-time video series released each Friday to enhance your techniques.

2. Video Podcasts - Exclusive Early Release Videos and Interviews with Renowned Artists.

3. Members Circle Office Hours: This unique feature allows you to connect with experts and fellow community members during specific hours.

Some of the recent guest instructors include: 

Lisa Ann Watkins

Peggy Magovern

Sarah Becktel

Barb Sotiropoulos

John Middick

Gemma Gyling

Mindy Lighthipe

Megan Seiter

Giddy Richt

Jesse Lane

And the list goes on and on...

4. Video Lessons with Clickable Chapters: A library of structured video lessons you can navigate easily with clickable chapters.

5. Exclusive Royalty-Free Images: These images, not found anywhere else online, are yours to download and use freely in your artwork.

6. Sharpen-Up! Skills: Specialized exercises designed to refine your skills in specific areas.

7. New Art Challenges: Regularly updated art challenges keep you learning and motivated. 

8. Community Engagement: More than just lessons and resources, the Members Circle is a community of like-minded individuals who support, encourage, and inspire one another. It's a vibrant network where friendships are formed, ideas are exchanged, and creativity thrives.

9. Weekly Livestreams: These private drawing livestreams on YouTube provide a collaborative space where members work on a drawing together, guided by John's instruction.

Sometimes the community tackles a Master’s copy of an oil painting, interpreting it in colored pencil, providing both a homage to classical works and a unique twist. Other times, the focus might be on a small crop of a larger piece, in order to challenge and overcome artistic roadblocks. These livestreams facilitate camaraderie and shared growth within the community. 

10. Constant Updates and Additions: The Members Circle is ever-evolving, with new content, features, and opportunities. Your membership will never become stale; it continues to grow and adapt to the needs and interests of its members.

With these core features, the Members Circle offers an unparalleled experience for artists seeking to challenge themselves continuously. 

Whether you're just starting your artistic journey or looking to take your skills to the next level, the Members Circle can help. 

Admission to the group is currently closed.

To be added to the waitlist, click the link below: 

https://sharpened-artist.ck.page/7b6ffa6e05


— The Friday Follow-Along Series!

This is a real-time video series that comes out each Friday.

Exclusive and rough-cut podcast videos with famous and award-winning colored pencil artists like Peggy Magovern from episode 346!


—Members Circle Office Hours with Guest Teachers teaching you new skills and techniques.

Video LessonsWith clickable Chapters for easy navigation

—Video Lessons

With clickable Chapters for easy navigation

Exclusive Video Lessons

Exclusive Video Lessons

Sharpen-Up! Skills Each Month

Sharpen-Up! Skills

Exclusive royalty-free images not found anywhere else online. They’re yours free to download and use in your artwork!

New downloadable images added all the time!!

New monthly challenges!These challenges have been a run-away success, keeping you sharp and helping you increase your skills!

New art challenges!

These challenges have been a run-away success, keeping you sharp and helping you increase your skills!

There’s so much more to the community than just these highlights. And, we’re always adding more!