What if you finally listened to that voice inside of you and made regular time for your passion?
What if your skills improved as you practiced regularly?
What if painting was effortless?
What if you had a community of artists to support you and cheer you on as you reach new heights?
What would life look like?
Imagine hearing:
"Oh my gosh, is that yours? It's BEAUTIFUL"
"Your painting makes me so HAPPY"
"I see it everyday and it brings me so much joy!"
Would you create art just for yourself? Would you sell it? Would you gift it to friends and family?
- Art doesn't take talent, it only takes practice.
- Follow Shelby's proven step-by-step process to grow your skills.
- Thrive inside a community of like-minded women who paint together, play together, support and encourage each other.
You just need to make PROGRESS
It’s not about competition, it’s about community
All it takes is the right instruction and some practice. It's never too late to start.
You deserve to invest in yourself and your art. Learn how to bring your beauty into the world because the world needs your story now more than ever.
Start or continue your journey as an artist with the building blocks, tools, resources and support you need.
Natural "talent" is a myth
Can I tell you a secret?
artists painting together virtually
with guidance from Shelby Dillon
The Creative Circle
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Introducing:
global art movement
Where can you be in 2 years? The possibilities are Endless...
This year my goal is to alternate painting a tutorial with original paintings. - Gina
2024:
2022:
2023:
My youngest child is about to leave home, so I've been heading into this empty nest stage of life. And so this has been something that I've really enjoy spending time doing and something, a hobby I can see extending, I think it's important to have things that you like to do. - Gina
After 2 years of Growth, Gina is Embracing an Empty Nest:
I have been part of Shelby Dillon Studio for two years... The progress I have made and the confidence to see subjects thru the eyes of an artist has been invaluable. I have only been painting for roughly 4 years and a sample of where I was in the beginning to what I can do now is amazing to me... A late bloomer but always a rebel - Catherine
Catherine Is seeing her skills come together:
2020:
2024:
I started this painting maybe 2 years ago... It's been sitting on the floor, next to my easel, half-done - like an accusation. I finally decided that today was the day. I was very happy to discover that my brush strokes were much looser than they had been back when I began this. I ended up going over the whole painting, so it wouldn't look half and half. Wow - Shelby's instructions are actually sinking in! Thank you, Shelby!! - Phyllis
You deserve this.
You put art to the side to do something "more practical"
You're worried it's too late to learn
You are currently creating but feel stagnant in your work
You would love to find YOUR style as an artist
You never have enough time to create
Now is the time to pursue your artistic dreams.
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Join the Creative Circle and get instant access to the learning platform. Log in and learn at your own pace and make sure to join us for our Live group critiques!
How it works:
track your progress
Take a picture of what you paint when you first join, and then as you continue to show up for your art and practice, look at the amazing progress you are making!
start learning
Pause, rewind, speed it up, and take it at your own pace! Videos are available as long as you are an active member of The Creative Circle.
practice
Watch the lessons to see the WHY behind the painting process. Then practice with our extensive library of painting demonstrations to see how it works in action.
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It's easy peasy, we promise
Discover the secret all our Creative Circle Members come to know - art doesn't take talent. Any artist can paint anything… with the right instruction and practice. You’ll learn:
What can I learn in the Creative Circle?
- Color Mixing
- Composition
- Perspective
- Value
- Intuitive Color theory
- Brushstrokes
- Getting your own photo references
- Creating your OWN style
- Finding inspiration
Fundamentals
- Transparent techniques
- Building thick layers
- Adding texture to your paintings
- Choosing the right type of paint for your project
- Varnish
- How to choose the right canvas
- How to prep your canvas
- How much paint to put on your brush
Techniques
Thank you so much Shelby for your constant encouragement. This has to be a bucket list ticking moment. - Esther
2023:
2020:
2021:
Shelby Dillon Studio seriously! You are amazing and I can't thank you enough for your encouragement and teaching. I can not thank you enough!!! Picture 1 was my 2020 pumpkin, before I joined the fantastic circle. Picture 2 is yesterday's. Sometimes it is hard to see progress but it is there if you look. - Esther
After 3 years of Growth, Esther is now an Exhibiting Artist:
I just wanted to let you know that I sold one of my paintings today! It's actually payment for work being done in my bathroom... Good old fashioned bartering!!😁😜😁
He's enthusiasm and giddiness somehow just like validated me and made me feel really good - Christina
Christina Is selling her work!
New lessons added EVERY WEEK
These lessons are already waiting for you inside the Creative Circle!
You will also find these topic based teaching lessons ready for you to watch now!
Here's What You'll Paint
Feel like you're mixing mud? See how to get bright, beautiful color every time by watching close up how Shelby mixes colors.
Group Critiques
A rising tide lifts all boats, and by helping others we help ourselves. Join us every month for a group critique, where we all learn together how to be better painters and artists.
Color Mixing Demos
Skill builders
Does perspective seem impossible? Do you REALLY want to paint beautiful clouds? Is water your jam? We have a library of skill builders that tackle topics like these!
your guide on this journey
Hi, I'm Shelby
For years I thought some technique or special (and expensive!) supply would get me where I needed to go.
I too spent far too many years and too much money trying to create beautiful paintings. I didn't realize it came down to lots of practice, a great teacher, and having a community to support you.
Now, after painting professionally for 15 years, teaching thousands of students, and selling my art worldwide, I'm ready to go behind the scenes and show you how to improve your skills to THRIVE as an artist.
I want to share a bit of my journey as a member of the Creative Circle. I had taken a few other online classes and attempted a bit on my own. Watching and listening to that first workshop I knew that CC was the support and resource I needed and hopefully would use.
I wish I had carved out time for being an artist years ago when I was raising my children and working. I believe that it would have helped me be a better mother, teacher, person.
A few of the benefits I have received from being a Creative Circle member:
Confidence
Creating my own paintings
Calmness
Joy
Cheering others on
Sharing my knowledge, perspective
Knowing I can still learn
Surprising myself
Sandy Is Taking Time for Herself:
Each November, over 30 of our members gather in person in sunny Saint Petersburg, FL for a members-only retreat featuring wine, fellowship, fun and plenty of painting. The 2024 retreat is currently scheduled for Nov 1-3, 2023.
It's not just Lessons, it's a Global Art Movement
Let's face it - the studio can get lonely. But we get by with a little help from our friends.
Patt is Gaining Confidence!
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Looking forward to this years progress. I actually think my growth as an artist has come with just sitting down and listening and trying and arriving today with confidence to give most things “a go”. I couldn’t have done this without the instructions and knowledge that Shelby Dillion so generously shares. - Patt
And More!
Each
Our weekly lessons are delivered on Wednesdays and if they are live, they are available within 24 hours on the learning dashboard. (Subject to change depending on schedules)
Something different every week to help you make PROGRESS
1 Full Original painting
live Q&A and group critique
1 Teaching lesson
Month You Get:
1 Small LIVE Demo
And More!
Here are some of the project demonstrations you can expect each month:
Painting Lessons
With new videos each month, expect to learn new skills and apply them toward different subject matter to expand your practice. We cover a wide range of subjects so that you can try all kinds of different techniques!
Carlotta is painting for Benefit Fundraisers
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Carlotta joined us just over a year ago, and she had never picked up a paintbrush before. Now look at the impact she is making for causes she holds dear.
What impact could you make?
If painting were effortless...
Learn, Grow, and Thrive
You can join with a monthly or yearly enrollment.
Cancel at any time.
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Join a supportive group of creatives to strengthen your skills and find community
Our students are just Plain Having fun:
The short answer: ANYONE! The Creative Circle is a monthly membership for curious souls looking to enrich their lives and explore the possibilities and gratification of a lifelong artistic practice.
Whether you are a true beginner just starting out in your creative practice, someone who has painted before but may be a little rusty, or an artist who is looking to level-up in their skills and find your artistic style, the Creative Circle has resources to support you.
- Week 1: Skill Builder - an exercise to develop or revisit a fundamental piece of your creative practice
- Week 2: Small Painting Demonstration - Shelby shows you how to apply the month’s skills in a small tutorial meant to be done in less than an hour!
- Week 3: Full Length Painting Demonstration - A pre-recorded start to finish of a full painting that usually runs 1-2 hours
- Week 4: Live Q&A/Group Critique - chat with Shelby and your fellow Circle members via Zoom
There are no refunds on annual memberships.
No need to cancel POM. We'll take care of it!
$45 ($450/yr) will be drafted at checkout and all future monthly payments will reflect your upgrade to the Creative Circle.
If you would like to make sure your POM membership has been cancelled email: hello@shelbydillonstudio.com and we confirm that for you.