What Just a Few of Brooke & Sebastian’s Students Around the World Are Already Saying . . .

“Brooke Shaden is brilliant photographer and Sebastian Michaels is a brilliant teacher.  What could be better?  In an age when much of new art is just bad, Brooke is excellent, ‘in tune,’ and inspiring.  And Sebastian teaches complex skills better than anyone I know.  Not only can he explain and demonstrate Photoshop well, he gets the sequence right, so we students are building real skills as we progress through the training.  In my best dreams, I could not have come up with a better course. Thank you, Brooke.  Thank you, Sebastian.” ~ Max Chandler

“Absolutely fantastic.  I’m loving the way that Sebastian and Brooke complete each other so well, with Sebastian’s immense and detailed knowledge of Photoshop and editing and Brooke’s painter-like artistic approach. I’m already feeling inspired and desperately planning out some new shoots!” ~ Andy Dench

“I have just started Conceptual Fine Art Photography Artistry Course, and I am LOVING it!  This is EXACTLY what I was looking for. 🙂   Sebastian’s courses are always so professional, informative, easy to follow, and he provides such amazing ongoing support.  Brooke is a great instructor, and she and Sebastian make an awesome team!” ~ June Fox

“I have always loved Sebastian’s teaching style. His videos are pleasant to listen to, informative and effective.  I like that he repeats information because that is the optimum way people learn.  I think it is a fine idea to have Brooke talk about photos and then have Sebastian talk about the photo artistry.  It works well.  So far I’m really enjoying it.” ~ Gale Gronow

“This course couldn’t be any better for me.  Love Brooke’s work and everything Sebastian has built!  You have done an amazing job putting this together.” ~ Lynda Adlington

“I had seen workshops of Brooke before on Creative Live, but this one is different, more in-depth, more integrated . . . I can’t imagine that there is a more comprehensive, better artistic Photoshop class in the world.”  ~ Marcel Deray

“I think LOVE sums up my feelings on this new training.  Thank you Brooke and Sebastian for all that you do to help and encourage others.” ~ Cheryl Schuh

“The Conceptual Fine Art Photo Artistry Course came along at the perfect time for me.  It is year end and I am evaluating my work for this year and setting goals for the next.  I have long been a fan of Brooke Shaden and have take quite a few of Sebastian’s classes — what a powerhouse duo. What really excites me is the photography portion of the course. I bought a new digital camera in May and am in the process of learning how to use it. In looking over the material for this class I think it is just what I need to jump start my creativity again and allow me to create some new and exciting digital art.” ~ Jean Hutter

“This course for me is one of the best ever.  I’ve already learned so many new techniques.  This is totally enthralling.” ~ Debbie de Juan

“I know I’m just at the beginning and I haven’t even gotten to the meaty part of the training, but I can already tell this adventure will be extraordinary!” ~ Jo Wilmot

“This course is the combination of my two most favorite and inspiring people – Sebastian Michaels and Brooke Shaden!  I have already jumped into the training, and am hugely surprised at not only at how much more I am already learning, but also at how this is already starting to reshape my thinking.  Looking forward to this journey!” ~ Lynne Kruger-Haye

“Working with my own images (rather than stock) makes me feel like an artist.  I am excited about nurturing new ideas for shooting images for my composite creations.” ~ Jerry McKay

“Soon as I heard this was available it took me all of five minute to sign on.  I’ve gone through the first five sessions of the course already, and I’m thoroughly enjoying it.  Brooke’s work is masterful, and following it up with Sebastian’s additional breakdown of her methods and alternate ways of achieving them is really helpful.” ~ Greg Markstrrom

“I had no doubt that this course would exceed any expectations I could dream up, and it already has.  It’s also helped bring clarity to my long-time vision and will really help me with focus on my projects in 2020.” ~ Pam J Costa

“Even better than I hoped it would be!  Brooke, with her warm, welcoming style is so giving with all the knowledge and experience she is sharing.  But it’s not just a glimpse into her world like you get from one of her wonderful books, this is Brooke taking you by the hand and walking with you through every step of her creative process.  Combine that with Sebastian’s fantastic teaching style and together they are creating magic!  This course is teaching me to explore concepts and stretch my imagination in directions I have never dreamed of before.  I’m only just beginning and already I’ve gained so much.  I can’t wait to keep going.” ~ Sharon Langford

“Conceptual Fine Art Photo Artistry takes you from your initial thought or idea, through each step required along the way, to the final result of your very own awesome piece of art.  The combination of Brooke Shaden’s amazing creativity and artistry along with Sebastian Michaels’s incredible ability to break down information, inspire, and educate in all aspects of the creative process, make this course unique and so worthwhile.  The course covers imagination, inspiration, and artistry as well as the tools used in Photo Artistry — photography, Photoshop (and/or Elements), the gear you need, all the issues you should consider, the step-by-step process before, during, and after your photo shoot — absolutely everything you need to think about to achieve this type of high-level Conceptual Photo Artistry!” ~ Bronwyn Kenmir

“The course is very easy to follow. It is enjoyable and very informative, and the videos are done in short manageable sessions and very professionally produced. It is also introducing some exciting concepts that are inspiring and engaging, and I now feel much more confident to be able to direct my own photo shoots. Well done to both Brooke and Sebastian for inspiring us to be more creative.” ~ Vivien Buckley

“I am really enjoying the new course. Brooke and Sebastian both have such an engaging style that makes watching their tutorials so interesting and fun.” ~ Ron Anderson

“I love this new course. My two biggest influences in my creative journey, together at last! Brooke and Sebastian are both so generous with their knowledge and encouragement, and I am beyond ecstatic and excited that they have finally come together.” ~ Renea Warnock

“Loving the course. What I particularly like & what I’m looking forward to trying myself is how Brooke Shaden plans her projects, starting from an idea and then working out how to turn it into an image. My artistic compositions to-date have been created by getting inspiration from images, so I believe that this course could really help me take my photographic art to the next level.  I also love the fact that she shoots on a budget, which is more inspiring and more achievable for us less professional artists / photographers starting out.  I also just want to say a huge thank you to Sebastian because all of his courses are so incredibly, inspiring & life changing.” ~ Richard Stevens

”Not very many things get me so excited but this news was way too big. My first feeling was: ‘Big thanks to whatever forces brought Brooke and Sebastian together.’ I dove in right away, and I am truly enjoying the course — the way it is set up is brilliant … An incredible source of education.” ~ Soumaya Schnur

Answers to Some Frequently Asked Questions . . .

Q: How does this material differ from what is covered in Sebastian’s Photoshop Artistry or Brooke’s fine art photography courses?

A: While there’s sure to be some overlap, not everyone has experienced both Sebastian’s and Brooke’s training — and no one has seen what happens when you bring the two together!  You can expect to encounter plenty of new ideas and (more importantly) exciting new ways of bringing out your creativity and passion for art.  Above all, you can expect this course to light a fire under you like never before.

Q: What if my style doesn’t really “fit” with Brooke’s work?

A: Brooke’s style is actually quite diverse in itself (it’s not all dark), but your work certainly needn’t look like Brooke’s.  Indeed, we’re going to help you discover your own style.  The approach you’ll learn here will help you tap into the ideas and themes that matter most to you and then enable you to take those ideas and themes and create the best work of your life.

Q: What if I’m a total beginner? How much experience do I need to have with photography or Photoshop?

A: This course was meticulously designed with both the beginner and more seasoned photo artist in mind. The step-by-step training you’ll receive here is easy-to-follow and allows you to develop your skills with ease.  So no worries.  You’re going to feel like an expert by the end of this training.

Q: Do I need Photoshop?

A: It’s certainly the program we recommend for creating works of layered conceptual photo artistry, and it’s the program you’ll see used in all of the training here.  But we also cover workarounds for Adobe Elements.  And in theory you can use any program that allows you to work with layers, layer masks, etc.  As long as you have that, you’re going to be fine.  Because it’s the ideas that matter most.

Q: Do I need an expensive camera?

A: Certainly not.  We do recommend a DSLR or mirrorless camera, although pretty much any will do.  Any simple entry-level camera will do.  And being able to shoot with a nicer camera and work in manual mode is a great advantage (and we cover this in great detail).  But we also discuss using a smart phone or point-and-shoot camera, and you can get by with either of those with a little practice.

Q: What if I have questions about the class?

A: No problem. We are always here to support you with whatever you need, be it a technical question or a more artistic inquiry. There will be email support as well as access to a welcoming and comfortable Facebook group where you can ask questions, receive help, and share your work if you like.

Q: I don’t really use Facebook not sure I want to. Is that part an absolute must?

A: The Facebook group is completely optional and will not take away from your experience of the course if you decide to skip that part.  Think of it as a resource for the course. It’s a place where folks can ask questions, share about their art and process if they are comfortable with that, and connect with others. Certainly not mandatory. But definitely a lot of fun.

Q: How do I view the course?

A: You can watch the videos on your phone, tablet, Mac, or PC — basically any computer or device while you’re online and logged into the site.

Q: How much training is included?  And what if I can’t get to the course right away? How long do I have to access the content?

A: That’s one of the beauties of this course. You can sign into the site any time that’s convenient for you, and you have Lifetime Access to all of it.  Which is good, because this is the kind of material you’ll doubtless want to revisit again and again.  Already we have nearly 12 hours of training in place … with another 10 to 15 hours in bonus training rolling out over the next few months.  You are going to have a lot here to enjoy.  And you can take it all at your own pace.