Your Vision, Your Voice: Let Design Tell Your Story
Dec 21, 2024If you can draw, you’re already on the winning side.
As creatives, we hold the incredible power to change the world, transform lives, and make history. Bold? Maybe. But it's true! Everything you see around you started as an idea in someone’s mind, sketched out, and brought to life. It began with a drawing - a simple, quick sketch - that grew into something impactful, something real.
Think about the creation process of iconic movies and series like Emily in Paris or Harry Potter. Have you ever wondered how those magical sets and worlds came to be? I recently visited the Warner Brothers Studio Tour in London and was so inspired by the process. Their lead designer, Stuart Craig, began with quick scribbles. Those sketches evolved into detailed illustrations and, ultimately, the stunning sets we see on screen. It all started with a drawing.
And let’s not forget Emily in Paris - the beautiful sets we admire were first brought to life through the sketches of set designer Anne Seibel, who shared her watercolor ideas in an interview with Architectural Digest.
Design and drawing are everywhere - they shape how we experience and interact with the world. It’s my mission to make creativity, art, and design a part of everyday life for everyone. Because design isn’t just for designers - it’s for anyone who wants to express their ideas and transform the world around them.
Yesterday’s workshop was such an empowering and energizing experience, and I’m so glad to share this work with more and more people! If you couldn’t make it live or missed parts of it, the recording is already available HERE!
I truly believe these innovative hand-drawing skills and the ability to communicate your vision will make a real difference in your creative process. These skills will empower you to transform the world with your ideas, giving you the clarity and confidence to start designing and drawing your own creations with ease.
It’s important to understand: having the right tools and confidence is what sets those who succeed apart. The key isn’t just learning new techniques but knowing how to apply them consistently and creatively to create the work you’ve always dreamed of.
This is exactly why I’ve created my Academy - it’s not just about learning to draw, it’s about transforming your entire creative process. I want to guide you, step by step, so you can design with confidence, develop your unique style, and take your work to the next level.
That’s why I want to remind you that my signature course, Make 3D Renderings Work for You, which I introduced in the webinar, will close at the end of December. By signing up now, you’ll gain access to everything in the current course AND exclusive access to the new course launching next year - including quick design techniques, client-ready drawing skills, and real-world applications that will help you stay ahead of the curve in today’s creative world.
The course is available for lifetime access, so there’s no rush to finish. You’ll be able to revisit lessons and continue learning at your own pace, drawing along with me whenever you need a boost.
>> Get your lifetime Christmas Gift here 🎁
This is a lifetime gift that will keep giving, helping you develop skills that are applicable to other projects too, like designing stories, thumbnails, emails, landing pages, and even home renovations (yes, I use drawing for all of this! 😄).
I believe this course is exactly what you need to make your creative goals a reality, just as it has done for me. The world needs your ideas, and now is the time to bring them to life - to go beyond the limits and see what else you can create.
It’s not just about drawing - it’s about expressing yourself, designing with purpose, and feeling confident every step of the way.
Wishing you a creative and joyful holiday season! ✨
Anna at @andshedrawsbig
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