CREATIVE COURSES TAILORED TO YOU.
YOUNG GUNS ACADEMY
We’re bringing our expertise beyond the walls of our studio with online art courses, inspiring a new wave of artistic talent and redefining the way art education is approached.
Online learning designed for real life experiences
Learn at your own pace
User-friendly learning platform
Thoughtful course curriculum
Access to a community of likeminded artists
Take ownership of your creative path.
Develop the tools to rise above your fears.
Why Choose Young Guns?
1. ExperienceD Course Mentors
With over 15 years of experience as an artist and teacher, instructor Shouh, speaks of his own life experiences and teachings to bolster your learning.
2. Expert Knowledge
Each course will include real-life examples, comprehensive direction, and expert guidance when it comes to creating your own artwork.
3. Self-Directed Learning
YGA courses are made so you can learn on your own time. Start the lesson when it suits you and continue your artistic journey on your schedule.
Meet Your Instructor:
SHOUH YOUNG
From a young age, I loved letting my imagination run wild while drawing. But I didn’t have access to an environment that cultivated my talents and encouraged me to pursue a life as an artist. I initially dismissed my art as a hobby until my classmates praised my work, and the idea of a future in art began to bloom.
After completing OCAD’s Industrial Design program, challenging personal and cultural expectations, and forging my identity through my artistic journey, Young Guns was born! Shouh means “to grow, to facilitate” and it has been my mission to share the joy of art.
Young Guns is more than an art school; it’s a haven for young artists, a place where mentorship thrives, cohorts of curious minds are formed, and dreams are nurtured—exactly what I felt was missing during my artistic journey.
After 15 years of uplifting students and sending them off to prestigious art programs worldwide, Young Guns now introduces an online program—Young Guns Academy.
Imagine being able to dive into the creative world, no matter where you are, and connect with a community that shares your passion—Young Guns Academy makes fine arts education accessible from anywhere.
Through the online courses, I’ll share my journey as an artist and teacher—no intimidating or fancy art lingo—just real talk about the strategies and techniques that helped me survive and thrive in the art world.
Whether you’re a budding artist or curious about the creative realm, Young Guns guides you, breaking barriers and embracing your artistic identity.
Join our community, explore Young Guns Academy, and access resources at your own pace. I look forward to helping you grow your skill set, and find purpose and passion in art and design!
Preview Upcoming Digital Courses
To See, To Draw
After students develop their foundation through Set Up & Planning, this course will begin by expanding their visual database. Students will learn from various artists, as well as research and analyze an artist of their choosing. Next, critical making and exploration will allow students to question what drawing entails, why we draw, and prepare their tools and mediums for hard skill exercises later on. Then, through mindfulness exercises, they’ll learn to keep an open mind when it comes to observing and drawing. Finally, this course will end with reflection.
Translating and Making
The mission of the online course “Translating and Making” is to guide students through the transformative process of disassembling and reconfiguring existing objects, thereby giving them a second life as unique works of art. The course aims to inspire creative thinking, challenge conventional perspectives on everyday objects, and encourage students to explore the emotional and artistic potential within these items.
Need Help Finding The Right Course For You?
Please email us with additional questions or inquiries at info@ygstudio.ca.