Fun. Fearless.
Fuss-free. Feel-good.
My art style is all about the F-words. You don’t need the most expensive pens or the fanciest paints to get started as an artist. You just need a fab art-friend who’s a few steps ahead to help you on your way… that’s me!
I’ll teach you how to jumpstart your work in drawing, painting, and picture book-making. Let’s go!
If you can draw a line, you can draw.
I’ve worked with hundreds of children and adults. Kids are fearless artists… until some of them grow up into adults who think they “can’t draw.”
Wanna know a secret? You can draw! It’s not about rendering like Rembrandt. Drawing is about process, experimentation, communication, and so much more. Let’s just have fun with it!
In my workshops, classes, and how-tos, I’ll teach you all my tips and tricks to super-charge your creativity.
Why am I the art-friend who can help you?
I went to school for design, and I’m mostly self-taught in drawing and illustration. So, I know what it’s like to learn new skills and reignite old ones. Here’s what I’ve crossed off my Creative Bucket List™ so far:
I left my corporate job at age 39, and I’ve been on my own for 8 years!
I’ve published nine picture books with major publishers
I created an art series, View From My Run, that went viral
I built the in-house creative team at a large-scale media company
I’ve drawn and designed for top publishers and brands
Now, I’m ready to teach you what I’ve learned so far!
“LORI HAS A REMARKABLE ABILITY TO MAKE THE MOST HESITANT STUDENT FEEL LIKE AN ARTIST.”
CHRIS O’FALT, TEACHING ARTIST AND JOURNALIST
Let’s get the art-y started!
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Workshops and Classes
Virtual workshops for private groups who want to go on a Zoom adventure in drawing or picture book-making. Great for classroom enrichment, corporate team-building, and more.
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School Visits
In-person school visits for grades K-2 give young artists and writers an age-appropriate look at how picture books are made. Every visit ends with a lively, interactive drawing game!
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Creative Kick in the Booty
One-on-one mentoring for people who want to do deeper work on a specific project, but need a push! I’ll work privately with you to set goals, take action, and keep you on track.
GET F-WORDS* DELIVERED TO YOUR INBOX
*Fun. Fearless. Fuss-free. Feel-good. See what I did?
Some publishers and brands I’ve drawn for
“Lori provided a relatable, creative outlet for our students. She was humorous and inspirational!”
MRS. D, ELA TEACHER
“We brought Lori to our employee retreat over Zoom. Everyone from the adults to the children had an absolute blast!”
ALYSSA W., CUSTOMER.IO
“From the first 30 seconds, Lori hooked us all. We felt like we were in her studio with her!”
MRS. K, ELA TEACHER
Look, mom, media people like my work!
“Lori Richmond’s training left the children’s author-illustrator and graphic designer feeling gratified and energized… Richmond decided to draw something she saw on each run.” —RUNNER’S WORLD
“A sprightly debut… Richmond’s spare pages have a friendly, retro look that calls to mind Syd Hoff’s welcoming urban spaces.” —THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW
LET’S HANG OUT ON INSTAGRAM @loririchmonddraws
ADVICE & RESOURCES FOR ARTISTS
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