Blackboard art improvers & freelance tips
With Michael Tilley
Starting date: 24 January 2026
Fees : HK$ 780 or US$ 100
Workshop Description
In this workshop, you will learn practical skills to improve your blackboard art and succeed as a freelance artist. You’ll be guided through painting a scannable QR code from start to finish, working efficiently on A-boards, and accurately tracing company logos onto blackboards. The lessons also cover how to translate full menus onto menu boards with style, along with time-saving techniques for handling price changes. Beyond the artwork, you’ll gain valuable insights into approaching businesses, securing repeat work, and building strong, lasting client relationships to support a successful freelance career.
Workshop Schedule
Lesson 1
Saturday, 24 January, 2026
18:00 pm - 20:00 pm (Hong Kong Standard Time)
Lesson 2
Saturday, 31 January, 2026
18:00 pm - 20:00 pm (Hong Kong Standard Time)
Note to Students
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This is a live online workshop via Zoom (please make sure you have a Zoom account to access the workshop)
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All live lessons will be recorded and available for 90 days following the final lesson.
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All recordings expires on Saturday, 2 May, 2026 at 12:00 pm Hong Kong Standard Time.
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Student can submit homework to the discussion board for Heather to critique.
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Workshop handouts (if any), zoom links and recordings are available on the workshop page one week (or as soon as practicable) before the first lesson.
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All workshop dates and times are according to the Hong Kong Standard Time.
Recommended Workshop Supplies
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Click here for the supplies list recommended for this workshop.
Workshop Boarding Page (Only for Enrolled Students)
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If you have not logged in, click here to access the instructions on how to access your workshop.
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Refund Policy
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All sales are final and fees paid for the online workshop are non-refundable.




