Watts Atelier Illustration Boot Camp FAQ, featured at Imaginefx.com

  “Alessandra,” by Michael C. Hayes Do you have questions regarding our upcoming Watts Atelier Illustration Boot Camp? We have the answers. Watts Atelier staff member, student and freelance illustrator Tom Babbey recently had the chance to sit down with Watts Instructors E.M. Gist, Lucas Graciano, and Michael C. Hayes, to talk with them about… Continue reading


The Watts Atelier Online Experience

One of the most common questions we receive from students who are considering studying with us is “How exactly does your online program work?”  There are a plethora of online programs available, and it’s understandable for the student to want to know what sets our program apart from others.  To help give you a better… Continue reading


Utilizing models and reference in your paintings

Whether your goal is to become a fine artist or an illustrator, if you are planning to create finished, figurative pieces you more than likely will be utilizing models and props as tools of reference for your paintings.  To give you an idea of just what goes into getting “good reference,” we will be taking… Continue reading