{"id":14829,"date":"2023-12-05T10:30:40","date_gmt":"2023-12-05T16:30:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/?p=14829"},"modified":"2023-12-22T07:07:35","modified_gmt":"2023-12-22T13:07:35","slug":"vitruvian-studio-vs-evolve","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/vitruvian-studio-vs-evolve\/","title":{"rendered":"Vitruvian Studio vs. Evolve Artist &#8211; Which is Better for You? (2023)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"We're comparing Vitruvian Studio vs. Evolve Artist to help you decide which program is the best choice for you.\" data-id=\"14879\" width=\"629\" data-init-width=\"1075\" height=\"354\" data-init-height=\"605\" title=\"VS vs Evolve thumbnail\" src=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/VS-vs-Evolve-thumbnail.png\" data-width=\"629\" data-height=\"354\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 1075 \/ 605;\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>We&#8217;re comparing Vitruvian Studio vs. Evolve Artist to help you decide which program is the best choice for you.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Do you want to upgrade your art skills? Taking online art courses is a great way to learn the fundamentals from the best, but it can be hard to know which program is right for you.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">To help, we\u2019re comparing the Top Online Art Schools to the Evolve Artist program.<\/p>\n<p>At Evolve Artist, we\u2019re on a mission to teach aspiring artists to create art without limitation \u2026 even if it\u2019s not with us. We back what we do, but everyone has their own learning style, goals, and budgets. Today we\u2019re looking at <a href=\"https:\/\/vitruvianstudio.com\/\" style=\"outline: none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Vitruvian Studio<\/a> vs. Evolve Artist.<\/p>\n<p style=\"\">\n<p>A few disclaimers:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">We\u2019ve done our research, but student experience is the most important factor! If we\u2019ve gotten something wrong, <strong>let us know<\/strong> in the comments section or email us at start@evolveartist.com.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">We back what we do, but everyone has their own learning style, goals, and budgets. <strong>We genuinely respect any program that helps artists reach their potential. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Always do your own research. <\/strong>In the end, it\u2019s your time and your money. While this post is detailed, it\u2019s not exhaustive and is based on publicly available information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><em>Read our other in-depth comparisons here:<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/new-masters-academy-vs-evolve\/\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"outline: none;\" rel=\"noopener\">New Masters Academy vs. Evolve<\/a>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/watts-atelier-vs-evolve\/\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"outline: none;\" rel=\"noopener\">Watts Atelier vs. Evolve<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/milan-art-institute-vs-evolve\/\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"outline: none;\" rel=\"noopener\">Milan Art Institute vs. Evolve<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"t-1607198867041\">Comparing Vitruvian Studio vs. Evolve Artist<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Here is a summary of the main differences between Vitruvian Studio vs. Evolve Artist.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"\" id=\"t-1695059720827\">Evolve&nbsp;<span style=\"\">Artist<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"\">Foundations program<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"11245\" width=\"121\" data-init-width=\"150\" height=\"63\" data-init-height=\"78\" title=\"evolve-logoartist-black-rgb_150\" src=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/evolve-logoartist-black-rgb_150.png\" data-width=\"121\" data-height=\"63\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 150 \/ 78;\" ml-d=\"0\" mt-d=\"0\" center-h-d=\"false\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: var(--tve-font-size, 13px);\">Cost (annual)<\/p>\n<p>$2,500<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: var(--tve-font-size, 13px);\">Tuition Type<\/p>\n<p>one-time<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: var(--tve-font-size, 13px);\">Coaching<\/p>\n<p>Included<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: var(--tve-font-size, 13px);\">Peer Support<\/p>\n<p>Included<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: var(--tve-font-size, 13px);\">Master Classes<\/p>\n<p>Included<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: var(--tve-font-size, 13px);\">Materials<\/p>\n<p>Included<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: var(--tve-font-size, 13px);\">Time<\/p>\n<p>~1 year, 7hrs \/ week<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"\" id=\"t-1695059720828\">Vitruvian Studio<\/h3>\n<p style=\"\">+ STUDIO PRACTICE COMMUNITY<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Vitruvian Studio logo\" data-id=\"14832\" width=\"91\" data-init-width=\"95\" height=\"89\" data-init-height=\"93\" title=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Vitruvian-Studio-logo-e1701717610557.png\" data-width=\"91\" data-height=\"89\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 95 \/ 93;\" ml-d=\"0\" mt-d=\"0\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Cost (annual)<\/p>\n<p>$100-200 PER COURSE<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: var(--tve-font-size, 13px);\">Tuition Type<\/p>\n<p>one-time<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: var(--tve-font-size, 13px);\">Coaching<\/p>\n<p>$400-1,500 \/ YEAR SUB<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: var(--tve-font-size, 13px);\">Peer Support<\/p>\n<p>Included<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: var(--tve-font-size, 13px);\">Master Classes<\/p>\n<p>via COACHING plan<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: var(--tve-font-size, 13px);\">Materials<\/p>\n<p>not included<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: var(--tve-font-size, 13px);\">Time<\/p>\n<p>~2-8 weeks per course&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">Both Vitruvian Studio and Evolve Artist are committed to providing <strong>detailed instruction in realism <\/strong>to equip artists with foundational training in art.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">Both programs are <strong>beginner friendly<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">Vitruvian Studio offers a selection of detailed <strong>one-off pre-recorded and live courses<\/strong>, while Evolve Artist provides a <strong>guided curriculum <\/strong>where each block&nbsp;<strong>progressively<\/strong> builds on the last to develop a student\u2019s skills in art.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">Vitruvian Studio offers courses in <strong>drawing<\/strong> and <strong>painting<\/strong>, while Evolve focuses on <strong>oil painting<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">In-depth critique is an <strong>additional<\/strong> membership at Vitruvian Studio vs. Evolve Artist where coaching, critique, and 1-1s are <strong>all included<\/strong> in the program.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">Overall, Vitruvian Studio offers a more <strong>a<\/strong><strong>la carte experience<\/strong> &#8211; students can pick and choose which courses they take vs. Evolve Artist\u2019s Foundation Program, a <strong>full-education and guided experience<\/strong> designed to deliver pro-level art results.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Evolve students have achieved amazing results, as seen above.\" data-id=\"13867\" width=\"629\" data-init-width=\"1200\" height=\"354\" data-init-height=\"675\" title=\"BeforeAfter\" src=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/BeforeAfter.gif\" data-width=\"629\" data-height=\"354\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 1200 \/ 675;\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Beginner to experienced artists achieve amazing results through the Evolve program, as seen above.<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" id=\"t-1698862899267\" data-alt-text=\"The Program\">Vitruvian Studio vs. Evolve Artist: The Program<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">At Evolve Artist, we believe that technical mastery is the necessary foundation for producing art without limitation.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Our <strong>step-by-step oil painting program<\/strong> moves students from beginner to professional-grade art in <strong>one year<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The Foundations Program consists of 4 Blocks where we break down the <a href=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/how-to-make-realistic-paintings-fundamentals\" style=\"outline: none;\">fundamentals<\/a> of art &#8211;&nbsp; <a href=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/how-to-paint-values\/\">value<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/how-to-paint-edges-second-fundamental-of-art\/\">edge<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/how-to-see-like-an-artist-third-fundamental\/\" style=\"outline: none;\">perception<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/how-to-simplify-color-4th-fundamental\/\">color<\/a>. The Advanced Program is for those who want to go even deeper and learn advanced techniques and more stylized approaches.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=eRC6yXhWavQ&amp;t=18s\" style=\"outline: none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kevin Murphy<\/a>, Professional Artist, Portraitist, and Evolve Founder, lays out each lesson and assignment in easily digested parts. We provide a deep dive into our curriculum on our <a href=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/the-curriculum\/\" style=\"outline: none;\">website<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"We\u2019re transparent about what you receive for your investment, and our curriculum is laid out in detail on our website.\" data-id=\"14299\" width=\"540\" data-init-width=\"540\" height=\"357\" data-init-height=\"357\" title=\"Curriculum\" src=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Curriculum.gif\" data-width=\"540\" data-height=\"357\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 540 \/ 357;\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re transparent about what you receive for your investment, and our curriculum is laid out in detail on our <a href=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/the-curriculum\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">While the curriculum is detailed, it is <strong>streamlined<\/strong>. We teach traditional techniques of the old masters, but we are not wedded to tradition if it makes things more challenging for our students.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">For example, we use a four-value gray scale rather than an 11-value grayscale.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"You'll see a more complex 9-11 value scale at Watts Atelier vs. Evolve Artist's four value scale.\" data-id=\"14486\" width=\"629\" data-init-width=\"1920\" height=\"354\" data-init-height=\"1080\" title=\"8-YT-Values-Slide-Value-Scales\" src=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/8-YT-Values-Slide-Value-Scales.png\" data-width=\"629\" data-height=\"354\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 1920 \/ 1080;\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;ll see a more complex 9-11 value scale in other programs vs. Evolve Artist&#8217;s four value scale.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The curriculum is designed to provide our students with <strong>exactly<\/strong> what they need to learn the fundamentals of art, no more and no less. This constant refinement is how we can get students to pro-level art skills in just one year.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Evolve also offers <strong>live classes<\/strong> for its students. Instructors answer questions live, and there is a discussion forum. The subject of these classes range from mindset to skills training. All students can access recordings of the live classes to watch, with <strong>no time limit.<\/strong> &nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Master classes are extra at Watts Atelier vs. Evolve where live classes are regularly held for Evolve students - at no extra cost.\" data-id=\"14443\" width=\"600\" data-init-width=\"600\" height=\"240\" data-init-height=\"240\" title=\"Piperliveclass\" src=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Piperliveclass.gif\" data-width=\"600\" data-height=\"240\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 600 \/ 240;\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"\">At Evolve, live classes are regularly held for students &#8211; at no extra cost.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vitruvianstudio.com\/about-online-art-courses\/?ref=5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Vitruvian Studio<\/a> trains its students in <strong>realism<\/strong>. &nbsp;Founded by David Jamieson and Melinda Whitmore, professional artists and experienced art instructors, Vitruvian Studio classes are known for providing <strong>very detailed<\/strong>, <strong>step-by-step instructions<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Rather than a set curriculum focused deeply on a specific medium, Vitruvian Studio offers <strong>individual courses<\/strong> that students can take in any order.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">There are <strong>five pre-recorded classes<\/strong> available for purchase that cover drawing basics, still-life painting, anatomy of the face, portrait drawing, and cast drawing. Each class represents about <strong>10-25 hours <\/strong>of content.<\/p>\n<p><span><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"A selection of pre-recorded courses available at Vitruvian Studios\" data-id=\"14841\" width=\"629\" data-init-width=\"2238\" height=\"376\" data-init-height=\"1338\" title=\"Vitruvian Pre-Recorded classes\" src=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Screenshot-2023-12-04-at-11.15.09\u202fAM.png\" data-width=\"629\" data-height=\"376\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 2238 \/ 1338;\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>A selection of pre-recorded courses available at Vitruvian Studios<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The classes come with detailed workbooks, diagrams, exercises, free lifetime updates, and lifetime access.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Vitruvian Studio provides a detailed course outline for each class and suggested materials on its website.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Vitruvian Studio provides course previews for its pre-recorded courses.\" data-id=\"14835\" width=\"629\" data-init-width=\"1524\" height=\"557\" data-init-height=\"1348\" title=\"Vitruvian Studio course outline\" src=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Vitruvian-Studio-course-outline.png\" data-width=\"629\" data-height=\"557\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 1524 \/ 1348;\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Vitruvian Studio provides course previews for its pre-recorded courses.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">To emulate an <strong>in-person class<\/strong>, Vitruvian Studio also runs <strong>Live Streaming Classes<\/strong>. These consist of <strong>4-8 sessions<\/strong> and are presented in real-time. They are unedited and are scheduled at a specific time and day.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">There is instructor interaction and a discussion forum where students can ask questions and share progress. If a class is missed, classes are recorded and stay online for a week before the next class.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" id=\"t-1700079071063\" data-alt-text=\"Coaching\">Vitruvian vs. Evolve Artist: Coaching<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Evolve&#8217;s Foundation Program is <strong>all inclusive<\/strong>, and that includes <strong>coaching<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Evolve Instructors guide students through each step of their education.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Assignments are uploaded to our online Homework Tool and checked twice daily by instructors, so <strong>personalized in-depth feedback<\/strong> comes within 24 hours.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">There is 1-1 mentoring, instructor office hours, live group chats, masterclasses, support groups, and homework rooms.<\/p>\n<p><span><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Personalized instructor feedback is provided to all Evolve students, it is not a premium add-on.\" data-id=\"5119\" width=\"550\" data-init-width=\"550\" height=\"465\" data-init-height=\"465\" title=\"an_homework_tool_submission_01\" src=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/an_homework_tool_submission_01.gif\" data-width=\"550\" data-height=\"465\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 550 \/ 465;\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Personalized instructor feedback is provided to all Evolve students, it is not a premium add-on.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">At Vitruvian Studio, if you purchase a pre-recorded class, there are <strong>Q&amp;A discussion forums<\/strong> available for each lesson. You can also purchase a Critique Extension to receive individual in-depth feedback.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">For Live Streaming Classes, students can ask <strong>live real-time questions<\/strong> during the lesson. In between lessons, students can ask the instructor and other students on a forum.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Studio Practice Community is an add-on to how students can learn at Vitruvian Studio.\" data-id=\"14833\" width=\"600\" data-init-width=\"2214\" height=\"419\" data-init-height=\"1044\" title=\"Vitruvian Studio 3 ways to learn\" src=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Vitruvian-Studio-3-ways-to-learn.png\" data-width=\"600\" data-height=\"419\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 2214 \/ 1044;\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Vitruvian Studio students can choose different courses types and coaching services themselves.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Students can receive more in-depth feedback by joining the <strong>Studio Practice Community,<\/strong> available at different tiers of membership. This is where students can get <strong>peer feedback<\/strong> via a discussion forum when not taking a course, access to references and a back catalog of live streamed classes, and at higher tiers of membership, 1-1 critique feedback sessions with instructors.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Vitruvian Studio describes the community as a place where students can <strong>receive support<\/strong> while they practice and hone the skills they have learned from the Vitruvian courses.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">To join the community you need to be a <strong>past or existing student. <\/strong>You have to have taken at least one class or course with Vitruvian Studio.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" id=\"t-1700079071064\" data-alt-text=\"Cost\">Vitruvian Studio vs. Evolve Artist: Cost<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Evolve&#8217;s Foundations Program (Blocks 1-4) is $249\/month on a 12-month plan, or a&nbsp;<strong>$2,500 one-time payment,<\/strong> saving $488.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The Advanced Program (Blocks 5-8) is the same, $249\/month on a 12-month plan, or a&nbsp;<strong>$2,500 one-time payment<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Evolve Artist&#8217;s pricing is <strong>all-inclusive<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">When you sign up, you receive <strong>all the materials <\/strong>you need (high-quality paint, canvas, brushes, references, etc.) &#8211; with free worldwide shipping.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Evolve Artist supplies its students with all the materials they need to begin their learning journey.\" data-id=\"12985\" width=\"629\" data-init-width=\"2000\" height=\"458\" data-init-height=\"1456\" title=\"Evolve Box\" src=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/join-box.png\" data-width=\"629\" data-height=\"458\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 2000 \/ 1456;\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Evolve Artist supplies its students with all the materials they need to begin their learning journey.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">And again, all instructor critiques, 1-1 meetings, study groups, live classes and master classes are <strong>included<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">There are <strong>no extra complicated subscriptions<\/strong>. Just everything you need to get pro-art skills fast in an all-inclusive program.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">At Vitruvian Studio, pre-recorded classes are<strong>&nbsp;$100-200<\/strong>, depending on the class length and subject matter. If students want more 1-1 support, a Critique Extension can be purchased for <strong>$100.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Live Streaming Classes are $275.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The Studio Practice Community is an <strong>additional<\/strong> cost and is a <strong>tiered membership.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">Basic membership is $40 a month or $400 for a year but does not include private critiques.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">Advanced membership is $100 a month or $1,000 for a year, and includes 1 x 30-minute private critique with an instructor.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\">Premium membership is $150 a month or $1,500 for a year and includes 2 x 30-minute private critiques with an instructor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">A <strong>2-month enrolment minimum<\/strong> is required for all tiers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">There is <strong>limited space <\/strong>in the Studio Practice Community, so students can only join if there is availability.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Studio Practice Community tiered membership is additional to the courses and classes. \" data-id=\"14836\" width=\"629\" data-init-width=\"999\" height=\"730\" data-init-height=\"1159\" title=\"Vitruvianpricing\" src=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Vitruvianpricing.jpg\" data-width=\"629\" data-height=\"730\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 999 \/ 1159;\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>The Studio Practice Community tiered membership is additional to the courses and classes.<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" id=\"t-1700079071065\" data-alt-text=\"How long does it take?\">Vitruvian Studio vs. Evolve Artist: How long does it take?<\/h2>\n<p>If you dedicate only <strong>7 hours a week<\/strong> to the program, we estimate you can complete Evolve Artist\u2019s Foundation Program in <strong>1 year<\/strong>, and another year for the Advanced Program.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Life can get in the way.&nbsp; At Evolve, you can start or pause whenever you need to, or take things are your own pace.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/what-is-evolve\/#:~:text=How%20long%20will%20it%20take%20to%20see%20results%3F\" style=\"outline: none;\">calculator on our website<\/a> shows you what results you can achieve based on the number of hours you commit per week.<\/p>\n<p><span><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The calculator on our website shows what results you can expect for the time you put in.\" data-id=\"13898\" width=\"600\" data-init-width=\"600\" height=\"409\" data-init-height=\"409\" title=\"timescale\" src=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/timescale.gif\" data-width=\"600\" data-height=\"409\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 600 \/ 409;\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>The calculator on our website shows what results you can expect for the time you put in.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">At Vitruvian Studio, Live Streaming Classes run over a <strong>month &#8211; a month and a half.<\/strong> Online courses can be taken at your own pace.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"t-1607198867046\">Evolve Artist Pros and Cons<\/h2>\n<p style=\"\">Pros<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"\">                    <span><strong>Provides an in-depth education in the fundamentals of art that is accessible for both beginners and experienced artists.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span><strong>We don\u2019t charge a premium for mentorship.<\/strong> Lessons, assignments, instructor feedback, 1-1 bookings, office hours, master classes, and more are included in our price.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"\">                    <span><strong>We provide a full education with hands-on guided instruction.&nbsp;<\/strong>Evolve instructors work with you to ensure you are ready to progress to the next block. That means you are getting full value from the program, and getting the results.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"\">                    <span><strong>The program is taught with a consistent and proven curriculum<\/strong>. All instructors have been trained in the same method.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"\">                    <span><strong>One-time fee means you can learn at your pace, <\/strong>without the pressure of making the most of a monthly subscription.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"\">                    <span><strong>Materials are included<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"\">                    <span><strong>Our program is simple. <\/strong>No complicated overlapping tier subscriptions and courses to self-navigate.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>potential Cons<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"\">                    <span><strong>If you aren\u2019t interested in oil painting or realism, you may be put off.<\/strong> Our program is designed to help students command the fundamentals &#8211; the necessary foundation for a career in art.&nbsp;<strong>Our students have taken these skills into their careers&nbsp;<\/strong>as professional artists, visual graphics artists, tattoo artists, illustrators, and more.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"\">                    <span><strong>Everyone in the program starts from Foundations Block 1. <\/strong>Some more experienced artists will want to skip ahead. <strong>We\u2019ve seen too many artists try this, and their art has suffered.<\/strong> We know that starting with the fundamentals is essential to mastery in any art form regardless of experience.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Both Vitruvian Studios and Evolve Artist train their students in realism (Evolve Artist student artwork above - Alex C., Caitlin H., Michael B., Oberon B., Sheila J.). \" data-id=\"14852\" width=\"629\" data-init-width=\"1200\" height=\"455\" data-init-height=\"868\" title=\"Student Results\" src=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Student-Results.gif\" data-width=\"629\" data-height=\"455\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 1200 \/ 868;\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Both Vitruvian Studios and Evolve Artist train their students in realism (Evolve Artist student artwork above &#8211; Alex C., Caitlin H., Michael B., Oberon B., Sheila J.).<\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\" id=\"t-1700079071066\">Vitruvian Studio Pros and Cons<\/h2>\n<p style=\"\">Pros<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"\">                    <span><strong>Offers extremely detailed instruction<\/strong>, and pre-recorded classes can be taken at your own pace.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"\">                    <span>If you want the feeling of an <strong>in-person class online<\/strong>, then the Live Streaming Classes emulate that environment.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"\">                    <span>Both Live Streaming Classes and the pre-recorded classes are priced<strong> affordably. <\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"\">                    <span>If you\u2019re just looking for a course on a specific topic or skill, then you can<strong> pick and choose which class suits you.&nbsp;<\/strong><strong> <\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span><strong>If you don\u2019t value consistent coaching<\/strong>, you can just subscribe to the Studio Practice Community for the months you need it (if there is space).<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>potential Cons<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"\">                    <span>Pre-recorded lessons have a Q&amp;A section, but <strong>i<\/strong><strong>n-depth critique has to be purchased separately. <\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li>                    <span>There are <strong>no graded assignments&nbsp;<\/strong>in the pre-recorded classes.<strong><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li>                    <span>Live Stream classes <strong>cannot<\/strong> be rewatched after a week.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"\">                    <span>If you aren\u2019t in the right timezone,<strong> you can\u2019t experience a Live Stream&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>live<\/strong>, you would only be able to watch a recorded live streams afterwards, within a week.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li>                    <span>There are a <strong>limited number of courses available for purchase<\/strong>, and which course to take next is <strong>self-directed.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li>                    <span>Receiving more in-depth coaching via the Studio Practice Community is <strong>costs extra<\/strong>, has <strong>limits<\/strong> (only 1-2 private critiques a month on higher tiers), and <strong>s<\/strong><strong>pace is not always available.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"\">                    <span><strong>Materials are not included. <\/strong>Each course has a suggested supplies list, and which you can purchase directly from Vitruvian Studio.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"A selection of Vitruvian Studio student artwork.  \" data-id=\"14834\" width=\"629\" data-init-width=\"1668\" height=\"445\" data-init-height=\"1180\" title=\"VitruvianStudio student results\" src=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/VitruvianStudio-student-results.png\" data-width=\"629\" data-height=\"445\" style=\"aspect-ratio: auto 1668 \/ 1180;\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>A selection of Vitruvian Studio student artwork.  <\/p>\n<h2 id=\"t-1698947374710\">Could you get the Evolve experience at Vitruvian Studio?<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">When comparing Vitruvian Studio vs. Evolve, while both focus on realism, it&#8217;s clear both offer <strong>different approaches to art education.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">You could take all of Vitruvian&#8217;s pre-recorded and live-streaming classes ($100-$200 each), but it would be difficult to emulate the depth of the Evolve experience because the <strong>c<\/strong><strong>lasses are standalone<\/strong> rather than connected to a curriculum.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">If you wanted to get the coaching experience, you\u2019d need to subscribe for a Studio Practice Community Premium membership ($150 monthly, $1500 annually). <\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">However, the membership comes with <strong>monthly limits<\/strong> to instructor private critiques at Vitruvian Studio vs. Evolve\u2019s unlimited 1-1 and assignment critique model.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">While Evolve is more of an investment, you are paying for a <strong>hands-on fully guided educatio<\/strong><strong>n that delivers real results.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"t-1698947374711\">Our final word: Which program is best for you?<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">If you are interested in brushing up your skills in a specific area, paying for Vitruvian Studios pre-recorded and live-streamed classes could work for you. Taking specific courses is also a good way to dip your toe into art.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Evolve offers the best value<\/strong> if you are <strong>committed<\/strong> to developing the skills you need to produce <strong>pro-level art<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Most programs, like Vitruvian Studio, will offer in-depth instructor support as a premium add-on.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"\">While Evolve is more of an investment, you are paying for a hands-on fully guided education that delivers real results.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">At Evolve, we <strong>strongly<\/strong> believe that without 1-1 support and an end-to-end education, your results will vary.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">That&#8217;s why we <strong>deliver consistent pro-level results <\/strong>in our program through providing all the <strong>support<\/strong> and <strong>materials<\/strong> our students need to succeed.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If you want a taste of what the Evolve is all about, register for our <strong>FREE Masterclass <\/strong>&#8211; <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/437MdLP\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"outline: none;\" rel=\"noopener\">CLICK HERE<\/a><\/strong>.<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>Kevin Murphy, Founder of Evolve, will walk you through how you can create realistic art through our proven program.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Happy Painting everyone!&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>  __CONFIG_colors_palette__{&#8220;active_palette&#8221;:0,&#8221;config&#8221;:{&#8220;colors&#8221;:{&#8220;90286&#8221;:{&#8220;name&#8221;:&#8221;Main Accent&#8221;,&#8221;parent&#8221;:-1},&#8221;f50b3&#8243;:{&#8220;name&#8221;:&#8221;Accent Darker&#8221;,&#8221;parent&#8221;:&#8221;90286&#8243;,&#8221;lock&#8221;:{&#8220;lightness&#8221;:1,&#8221;saturation&#8221;:1}}},&#8221;gradients&#8221;:[]},&#8221;palettes&#8221;:[{&#8220;name&#8221;:&#8221;Default&#8221;,&#8221;value&#8221;:{&#8220;colors&#8221;:{&#8220;90286&#8221;:{&#8220;val&#8221;:&#8221;var(&#8211;tcb-skin-color-0)&#8221;},&#8221;f50b3&#8243;:{&#8220;val&#8221;:&#8221;rgb(36, 21, 20)&#8221;,&#8221;hsl_parent_dependency&#8221;:{&#8220;h&#8221;:2,&#8221;l&#8221;:0.11,&#8221;s&#8221;:0.28}}},&#8221;gradients&#8221;:[]},&#8221;original&#8221;:{&#8220;colors&#8221;:{&#8220;90286&#8221;:{&#8220;val&#8221;:&#8221;rgb(88, 172, 170)&#8221;,&#8221;hsl&#8221;:{&#8220;h&#8221;:178,&#8221;s&#8221;:0.33,&#8221;l&#8221;:0.5,&#8221;a&#8221;:1}},&#8221;f50b3&#8243;:{&#8220;val&#8221;:&#8221;rgb(21, 38, 38)&#8221;,&#8221;hsl_parent_dependency&#8221;:{&#8220;h&#8221;:180,&#8221;s&#8221;:0.28,&#8221;l&#8221;:0.11,&#8221;a&#8221;:1}}},&#8221;gradients&#8221;:[]}}]}__CONFIG_colors_palette__    <\/p>\n<h3 style=\"\"><strong>Ready to join Evolve?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Begin your journey to pro-art skills with our proven, hands-on program.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/join-evolve\/?utm_source=evolveartist-blog&amp;utm_medium=link-banner&amp;utm_campaign=evergreen-evolve-foundations&amp;utm_content=content-bottom-banner-join-now\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"\"><span style=\"\" data-tcb_hover_state_parent=\"\"><span style=\"--tcb-text-highlight-color: transparent !important;\" data-tcb_hover_state_parent=\"\">Start Today<\/span><\/span><\/span> <\/a>    <\/p>\n<p><em>Read our other in-depth comparisons here:<\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/new-masters-academy-vs-evolve\/\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"outline: none;\" rel=\"noopener\">New Masters Academy vs. Evolve<\/a>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/watts-atelier-vs-evolve\/\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"outline: none;\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/watts-atelier-vs-evolve\/\" style=\"outline: none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Watts Atelier vs. Evolve<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/milan-art-institute-vs-evolve\/\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"outline: none;\" rel=\"noopener\">Milan Art Institute vs. Evolve<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We&#8217;re comparing Vitruvian Studio vs. Evolve Artist to help you decide which program is the best choice for you. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":25,"featured_media":14879,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"video","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[119,95],"tags":[41,77,81,120],"class_list":["post-14829","post","type-post","status-publish","format-video","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-comparison","category-methodology","tag-art-community","tag-oil-painting","tag-oil-painting-for-beginners","tag-online-art-school","post_format-post-format-video","post-wrapper","thrv_wrapper"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14829","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/25"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=14829"}],"version-history":[{"count":54,"href":"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14829\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":15063,"href":"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14829\/revisions\/15063"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/14879"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=14829"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=14829"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/evolveartist.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=14829"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}