DRAWING UPGRADE

Build a creative habit
that strengthens everything
else you make

$12 Guidebook

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Build a creative habit
that strengthens everything
else you make

Drawing Upgrade Guidebook, Video Course and Bonus Handouts

Build a creative habit that strengthens everything else you make.

• Train like the masters: For centuries, artists have used life drawing to sharpen perception, boost problem-solving, and restore creative energy. It's a grounding flow state.

• Skip the translation: Photos are already flat as they're filtered by a camera. Drawing from life lets you see more, choose what matters most and interpret how to show it.

• Build innovation skills: In the age of AI, your ability to observe life, filter it through your own perspective, and create something only you can make feels so empowering.

Imagine leaving a session feeling centered, energized, and creatively recharged - regardless of how the drawings turned out.

PICTURE YOURSELF

In the zone — where time disappears as you float into pure creative flow.
Creating drawings that feel alive — with your own unique visual voice.

Walking taller — confident you can handle any pose, time limit, or visual challenge.
At ease with the process — drawing from life feels natural & familiar.
Carrying the spark home — your creative momentum fueling you for days.

In the zone where time disappears as you sink into pure creative flow.
Create figures that look alive with energy leaping off the page.

Walking taller confident you can handle any pose, time limit, or art challenge.
At ease with the process drawing from life feels natural & familiar.
Carrying the spark home fuelling your creative momentum.

Finding your own drawing style
Working in a flow state
Learning to be creatively decisive

You'll have drawings you're genuinely proud to show others AND the tool kit to keep improving from every session.

With new drawings you're eager to show others as you to improve to a level you never imagined.

A series of figure drawings in conte, inkk and oil pastel

You're ready to try life drawing... but you've got a lot of questions.

You're ready to try life drawing but you've got a lot of questions…

"Will my drawings look stupid compared to everyone else's?"

What if my drawing is the worst one in the room?

"What if I mess up every sketch in a session?"

"Do I need to be good at anatomy before I start?"

Will everyone be able to tell that I don't know what I'm doing?

"What if I can't draw fast enough during short poses?"

Do I have to show people my drawings if they're bad?

I KNOW HOW YOU FEEL

i'd say i felt nervous about it at first too. Part of facing a blank canvas is accepting you might fail. But facing it over and over is how you get to something interesting. And that can happen faster with a bit of support.

Drawing Upgrade exists so you can be prepared for your first sessions.

Background Texture Image of Blue Conte on Newsprint Paper

I KNOW HOW YOU FEEL

I felt nervous about it at first too. Part of facing a blank canvas is accepting you might fail. But facing it over and over is how you get to something interesting. And that can happen faster with a bit of support. Drawing Upgrade exists so you can be prepared for your first sessions with a solid foundation to build on.

I KNOW HOW YOU FEEL

I felt nervous about it at first too. Part of facing a blank canvas is accepting you might fail. But facing
it over and over is how you get to something interesting. And that can happen faster with a bit of support. Drawing Upgrade exists so you can be prepared for your first sessions with a solid foundation to build on.

DRAWING UPGRADE

Your intro to life drawing guide. Everything you need to feel empowered before your pencil touches the page.

DRAWING UPGRADE

Your intro to life drawing. Everything you need to be present before your graphite hits the page.

Ebook / Audiobook

Video walkthrough / limited time bonuses

MY STORY
I’ve spent over 1,000 hours in life drawing sessions—they helped me grow a lot as an artist and entrepreneur. It’s a kind of checkpoint: like the mats in martial arts, the page doesn’t lie. You see where you’re strong, where you’re wobbly, and where you’re growing.

I’m sharing these methods to help you explore new territory in your real life. When AI makes many artists doubt themselves, there's nothing more grounding than watching your own work appear in front of you in real time.

I’m sharing these methods to help you explore new territory in your real life. Watching your own work appear in front of you in real time is an amazing experience. You might feel like you have nothing to say visually, but choosing to draw anyway reveals it.

Being able to quickly show ideas visually is a huge step in being able to get approval for them—no matter what kind of work you do. Other artists who pivoted into tech, design and innovation find the same.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL GET

HERE'S WHAT
YOU'LL GET

HERE’S WHAT
YOU’LL GET

Complete Guide Book: mindset, 4 exercises, material list, visual examples.
Session Journal Template: track your progress.
Portfolio Tracker: build a body of work.

Complete Guide Book — mindset, 4 exercises, materials list, visual examples.
Session Journal Template — track your progress.
Portfolio Tracker — build a body of work.

Complete Guidebook: mindset, 4 key exercises, materials & examples.
Session Journal Template
to track your progress.
Portfolio Tracker: to help you build your body of work and skillset.

Limited-Time Bonuses

The Adventure Reframe -
Turn Doubt Into Creative Momentum
→ Reframe self-doubt as fuel for growth so every session moves you forward.
– 3 Page Printable PDF + ePub edition
Bad Session Recovery Protocol -
What to Do When You Leave Feeling Worse, Not Better
→ Bounce back fast from tough sessions with simple recovery steps.
– 5 Page Printable PDF + ePub edition

Limited-Time Bonuses

Adventure Reframe
→ Self-doubt becomes fuel for growth so every session moves you forward.
Bad Session Recovery
→ Bounce back fast from tough sessions with simple recovery steps.

Grab these before they expire and prices go up.

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All you need to start confidently

🔥 Includes Momentum Kit

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TIME INVESTMENT

Ebook: 30-45 minutes to read
Implementation: You can find and book your own sessions nearest to you
When You Get Access: Immediate download upon purchase

TIME INVESTMENT

Ebook: 30-45 minutes to read
Implementation: You can find sessions nearest to you
When You Get Access: Immediate download upon purchase

HOW DO I KNOW IF I'M READY?

HOW DO I KNOW IF I’M READY?

You're ready for this if:

You're curious about life drawing but don't know where to start
You want to build confidence in creative decision making
You're preparing for art school or want to improve your portfolio
You've tried a session before but felt lost
You want permission to be bad at something for awhile

This might not be for you if:

You're unwilling to step outside your comfort zone at all
You have no interest in drawing people or figures
You're looking for magic shortcuts that don't require practice

You're ready for this if:

You're curious about life drawing but don‘t know where to start.
You've tried sessions before but felt lost.
You're an introvert who enjoys drawing and is ready to test the next challenge.

This might not be for you if:

You were unwilling to step outside your comfort zone.
You have no interest in improving as an artist.
You're looking for magic shortcuts that don‘t require practice.

Praise for Ben's Teaching

“He’s awesome.”
— Class rating: 10/10
“Ben is inspiring and has opened my eyes to a different way of looking at and doing design.”
— Class rating: 10/10
“Great teacher — he takes time to explain and review our work, pushing us to learn more.”
— Class rating: 10/10

Portrait Photograph of Ben Weeks by Luis Mora

Hi, I’m Ben Weeks. I’ve worked with clients like The New York Times, Canada Goose, and Bloomberg, and taught at Sheridan College and Miami Ad School. Over 20 years as an illustrator, I’ve found that life drawing is an excellent way to sharpen your eye and your instincts. Drawing can also be a place of refuge where you can say things you didn't even know you needed to.

I created Drawing Upgrade after realizing I wanted to help someone who was nervous about joining a session. I booked a spot, but they didn’t show up. On the way home I thought, “How would I coach someone if I couldn’t be with them in person?” This guide is my answer—everything I’d walk you through if we were side-by-side, so you can go to your first sessions with confidence.

Hi, I’m Ben Weeks. I have over 1000 hours of life drawing practice and am a professional illustrator with 25 years experience. I created Drawing Upgrade to help someone who enjoys drawing get their work to the next level.

Praise for Ben's Teaching

“He’s awesome.”
— Class rating: 10/10
“Ben is inspiring and has opened my eyes to a different way of looking at and doing design.”
— Class rating: 10/10
“Great teacher. He takes time to explain and review our work, pushing us to learn more.”
— Class rating: 10/10

YOU CAN DO THIS!

"I'm freaked out about drawing nude models" That’s completely normal. Popular culture sometimes portrays life drawing as something romantic or edgy, but in reality it’s a professional, focused, and respectful space. Conversation is minimal. There's often a great playlist of mellow jazz. Inappropriate behaviour is never tolerated. Most people find that, after a few minutes, they’re so absorbed in their drawing that the nervousness fades.

"I don't have time to commit to regular sessions" You don’t have to. Even attending a session every few months will improve your skills and stretch your comfort zone. The mindset and exercises in Drawing Upgrade will help you get the most out of whatever time you do invest.

"What if I'm terrible and everyone judges me?"
Everyone starts somewhere. Most people are far too focused on their own work to judge yours. In fact, many experienced artists appreciate the freshness and energy beginners bring to the page—qualities they sometimes wish they could recapture.

"Art is useless because computers can do it"
Machines can lift heavier loads than any person, but it's still healthful to exercise at the gym. Drawing trains your eye, your judgement and your instincts the same way. This is a different kind of gym.

YOU CAN
DO THIS!

What if I‘m terrible and everyone judges me?
Everyone starts somewhere. Your skill is not fixed but grows with practice. Others probably are more worried about their own work or insecure.

Art is useless because of ai.
Machines can lift heavy loads too, but it's still good for people to exercise at the gym. This is a different kind of gym. We still need to invent the future.

I‘m freaked out about naked people.
That’s completely normal. Most people find that, after a few minutes, they’re so absorbed in their drawing that the nervousness fades.

REFUND POLICY & ACCESS TERMS

I'm confident that Drawing Upgrade will provide valuable insights to improve your drawing skills. If for any reason you're not satisfied with your purchase, simply email me within 7 days of your purchase date for a full refund—no questions asked.

Due to the instant-access digital nature of this ebook, please be aware that this guarantee is based on the honor system. I trust my customers and want you to feel confident in your investment in your artistic development.

For questions, clarifications, or feedback about the content, I'm always happy to help and welcome constructive input for future updates.

Future Editions: When Drawing Upgrade 2.0 or later major editions are released, past customers should be offered an exclusive upgrade discount code.

By purchasing, you agree that:

Your results may vary depending on many factors.
Your access to the download link is valid for 12 months from date of purchase.
During that time, you’ll receive any updates made to this version.
You may keep and use the files you get as long as you wish.

REFUND POLICY & ACCESS TERMS

Not satisfied? Email me within 7 days for a full refund—no questions asked. I'm confident Drawing Upgrade will improve your drawing skills.

Questions or feedback? I'm here to help and welcome input for future updates. Includes: 1 year of file access + any updates released during that time. Subject to terms and conditions. Instant access, one-time payment.

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FAQ

I've never done any life drawing before - is this too advanced for me?

Absolutely not. This is designed for first-timers. Your only expectation should be to try it and see what happens. Everyone starts somewhere, and looking back on early work later becomes part of the joy.

What if I can't even draw a decent circle? Will this help someone at my level?

Yes. It's not about perfection but trying out playing in a new sandbox. Everyone's style is different and sometimes leaning into the awkward can have an endearing quality. Naive art can have a joyous quality in how shamelessly fresh and odd it might be. Art people LOVE odd.

I've done some figure drawing from photos/online - will this still be useful?

Drawing from a photograph is like cheating in a way because it's already been compressed into two dimensions for you by a camera. It's more challenging to see something in real life in full color with your eyes in 3 dimensions - there's extreme high resolution that you have to select which parts you'll emphasize. What you pick is what you're interested in.

What if there are no life drawing sessions in my area?

There are ways to organize sessions yourself. Even if it's just you and one friend who will pose for a few hours for you. They can be clothed of course if they prefer. You can also draw people in coffee shops, on trains, or anywhere people naturally pose.

Do I need expensive art supplies to get started?

No - the materials are under $40 for all you need to get going. If the place you're going already has drawing boards then the material cost might be about $10.

What if I buy this and still feel too nervous to actually go?

You can always try drawing in a mirror to apply some of the exercises, or drawing people in a coffee shop or on the subway. But a dedicated space set up for drawing with other artists is recommended. You can feel nervous and book a session anyway - it's okay to be nervous. Also, make sure you're well-rested and feeling physically good - fatigue makes everything harder.

What if I get burned out or feel overwhelmed during sessions?

Some people thrive with quick gesture drawings, others prefer longer poses for detailed work. You'll discover your strengths and can choose sessions that match your energy. Even in long poses, you can move around the room every 15-20 minutes for different angles instead of staying in one spot for hours.

Do I need to know how to draw before going to a life drawing session?

No. Life drawing isn't a test — it's a practice. You don't need to be "good" before you start. The whole point of Drawing Upgrade is to walk in with a plan so you can focus on the experience instead of worrying about whether your lines look right.

What should I bring to my first life drawing session?

The short version: a large sketchpad (A3 minimum — newsprint is perfect and cheap), willow charcoal or soft pencils (2B–6B), a kneaded eraser, and clips to hold your paper. Leave the fancy supplies at home. The Guidebook has a full materials checklist so you're not guessing.

How long does it take to get good at life drawing?

Years. That's the honest answer. But "getting good" isn't really the point of Drawing Upgrade. The point is learning to enjoy the process — to be present, to observe, and to leave a session feeling creatively recharged rather than frustrated. The skill develops over time because you keep showing up, not because you crammed a tutorial.

"Watching your own drawings appear is like magic."