FAQ: Live Self-Paced Version of Sketchbook Design
Sketchbook Design Live Version – Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Live Version Version of Sketchbook Design?
A Live Version is a chance to work through the Sketchbook Design course with a group of sketchers from around the world. Together we’ll work through the course and keep each other motivated and inspired!
Each week you will be prompted to move on to the next section of the course and there will be 9 bonus livestreams so that you can ask questions in real time and see mini demos related to the weeks content.
When does it start? How long will it go for?
The Live Version will start on Wednesday 9 September 2026. The classroom and content is accessible from the time of purchase, so prior to the start date you might like to work through the Intro lessons.
The course will last for 9 weeks, and the classroom will remain open so that you can return to the lessons and exercises whenever you like.
Lesson Schedule:
Introduction (1 week) – starting Wed 9 Sept
Lesson 1: Adding elements (2 weeks) – starting Wed 16 Sept
Lesson 2: Contained compositions (2 weeks) – starting Wed 30 Sept
Lesson 3: Open compositions (2 weeks) – starting Wed 14 Oct
Lesson 4: Designing on the fly (2 weeks) – starting Wed 28 Oct
An email will be sent out on Wednesdays at 8pm Sydney, Australia time to let you know that it’s time to move onto the next lesson.
Live Teaching sessions
There will be 9 YouTube weekly livestreams presented during the Live Version of the course. Livestreams will be held at alternating time slots to accommodate people in all time zones.
Livestreams will be directly related to the current section of the course and contain a combination of recaps of the main concepts, additional mini demos and a chance to have your questions answered in real-time. The livestreams replays will also be available in the classroom permanently after the event.
Livestream 1- Wed 16 Sept: 9am Sydney (AEST) Tues 15 Sept: 11pm (UTC), 7pm (EDT), 4pm (PDT)
Livestream 2- Tues 22 Sept: 8pm Sydney (AEST), 10am (UTC), 6am (EDT), 3am (PDT)
Livestream 3- Wed 30 Sept: 9am Sydney (AEST) Tues 29 Sept: 11pm (UTC), 7pm (EDT), 4pm (PDT)
Livestream 4- Tues 6 Oct: 8pm Sydney (AEDT), 9am (UTC), 5am (EDT), 2am (PDT)
Livestream 5- Wed 14 Oct: 9am Sydney (AEDT) Tues 13 Oct: 10pm (UTC), 6pm (EDT), 3pm (PDT)
Livestream 6- Tues 20 Oct: 8pm Sydney (AEDT), 9am (UTC), 5am (EDT), 2am (PDT)
Livestream 7- Wed 28 Oct: 9am Sydney (AEDT) Tues 27 Oct: 10pm (UTC), 6pm (EDT), 3pm (PDT)
Livestream 8- Tues 3 Nov: 8pm Sydney (AEDT), 9am (UTC), 4am (EST), 1am (PST)
Livestream 9- Wed 11 Nov: 9am Sydney (AEDT) Tues 10 Nov: 10pm (UTC), 5pm (EST), 2pm (PST)
Will the course be live or pre-recorded?
Both! Sketchbook Design will contain pre-recorded on-demand videos, livestream replays and 9 bonus livestreams (replays will be saved to classroom).
You can watch the video lessons and livestream replays any time that suits you.
Can I participate even though I am in a different time zone to Sydney, Australia?
Yes! You can log into the classroom at any time to view the lessons (pre-recorded videos), ask questions and/or upload your work.
Is there anything I need to do before the Live Version starts?
If you sign up before Wednesday 9 September 2026, there are a few intro exercises to do.
What materials will I need for the course?
Full materials details are here.
I prefer to work at my own pace, can I do that?
Yes, of course! This timetable is totally optional and you can work through the lessons whenever it suits you.
Teacher Interaction during the Live Version
During the Live Version of this course Liz will be in the classroom at some point each day (Monday – Saturday) looking at the work uploaded and answering questions Please note: Liz will not be commenting on individual homework.
There will be 9 YouTube livestreams presented during the Live Version of the course.
But the really special part of a Live Version is the interaction which occurs in the classroom between participants! You will be part of a very special inspiring group of sketchers who will be there to cheer you on!
What happens after the Live Version finishes?
If you get behind during the 9 weeks, you can finish off the lessons at any time.
The classroom will become quieter but there will always be some people working through the lessons at any time. And yes, you have lifetime access so you can come back to the lessons whenever you want.
Will I have lifetime access?
Yes! Once you sign up you have lifetime access to all the Sketchbook Design lessons, the classroom (including assignment galleries and forums) and all livestream replays (with chat replays as well).
You also will have free access to all future Sketchbook Design group events (Group Self-Paced versions and Live Versions of the course).
Sign up for Sketchbook Design today!
Live Version starting 9 September 2026
work through the course over 9 weeks
with an inspiring group of sketchers from all around the world
and take part in 9 bonus weekly livestreams!
I have already enrolled…
How do I find my course?
If you haven’t visited the site for a little while you might be wondering how to find Sketchbook Design.
It’s easy – simply go to My Courses you will be prompted to log in. You will see Sketchbook Design in either your active courses or in your completed courses!
If you would like to reset your progress, please email us and we will do this for you.
We hope you will join us!
If it works with your schedule, we hope you will join us for this Group Event!
Sign up for Sketchbook Design today!
Live Version starting 9 September 2026
work through the course over 9 weeks
with an inspiring group of sketchers from all around the world
and take part in 9 bonus weekly livestreams!
