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Joshua
- Rate £57
- Response 1h

£57/hr
1st lesson free
- Drawing
- Illustration
- Cartooning
- Art School Preparation
- Comic strips
Personalized drawing lessons to your specific needs. I meet you where you are at and help you become the artist you're meant to be.
- Drawing
- Illustration
- Cartooning
- Art School Preparation
- Comic strips
Lesson location
Recommended
Joshua is a respected member of our tutor community. He is highly recommended for his commitment and the quality of his lessons. An excellent choice to progress with confidence.
About Joshua
Joshua Taback grew up in New Jersey. At the age of 13 he started taking local drawing classes at the Joe Kubert School of Cartooning and Graphic Art, and went on to receive a BFA in Animation/Film from University of the Arts. His thesis film, "It's a Wanderful Life," won him the Academy of Television Arts and Science Internship, kickstarting a rewarding 20-plus year career in the industry.
Joshua worked for many years on The Simpsons, which gave him a wide foundation of animating, layout, animation timing, storyboarding and assistant directing. This primed him for directing which started on Randy Cunningham: 9th Grade Ninja (Disney), Dawn of the Croods and Spirit Riding Free (DreamWorks TV.) While on Spirit Josh segued to Supervising Director, and gained insight on a higher tier of production as well as management.
About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
I have been a professional animation artist for 30+ years. During that time I have trained many people including myself!
My lessons are personalized for the individual to bring out the artist that they are. Everyone learns in their own way. I make a point to communicate in the way YOU need to hear it.
My focus is primarily on drawing. There are many choices of artistic fields; drawing is the universal language in all of them, and I want you to be able to do whatever it is you are tasked to do. A good foundation in solid drawing skills is key to being a flexible and reliable artist.
I provide customized drawing and animation lessons based on your specific needs, strengths/weaknesses, and interests. Among the topics I offer are as follows:
- Basic fundamentals
- Gesture
- Construction
- Perspective
- Design
- Animation
- Storyboarding
- Creating a "Pitch Pack"
- Career counseling
- Storyboard Pro (software)
- Photoshop (software)
I love the magic of drawing and creating something that exists out of nothing. When all of the things we know come together to give "The Illusion of Life" it's amazing. Seeing someone discover their own abilities is exciting. Being part of that journey with them is very special.
Recommendations
Recommendations come from relatives, friends and acquaintances of the teacher
I was initially recommended to Josh through a mutual friend who works in storyboarding. For several months, Josh tutored me in figure drawing fundamentals. As an instructor, Josh is easy to talk to and meets his students where they are at. He allowed me to guide the direction of our studies instead of specifying a specific set of measured learning objectives over a course of weeks. He is an expert in his field and passionate about his craft.
I've learned so much from Josh, and my drawing skills have benefited tremendously from his teaching superpowers. If you're feeling stuck or just want to level up, call Superprof!
Not only is Josh an excellent artist/draftsman he's also an excellent teacher who is able to breakdown and easily communicate a wide array of drawing concepts and approaches to those he is teaching, whatever their skill level may be, all with a conviction to his craft and a great sense of humor. -Jim Schumann, Emmy award winning Animation director and producer.
Josh was the person who first taught me how to draw the Simpsons characters, and those informal tips and lessons became the foundation for my now 27(!) year tenure on the show! He has a real knack for breaking down the fundamentals of drawing into easily understood steps and principles, for whatever skill level you're at - which is what you need in a teacher!
Joshua has been a working colleague of mine in animation for 10+ years. We worked closely on the Dreamworks series Spirit Riding Free. It was great spending that time together, watching Joshua work with storyboard artists on the team, growing their drafting and compositional skills with patience and enthusiasm. His industry knowledge and experience is bountiful, not only recalling fun stories from different series he's worked on but also talking about the problem solving he would do on the job and how that formed his drawing habits. He is all about working smarter, not harder and understands that it takes time to increase your skill. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to improve their drawing skills.
I had the good fortune to meet Josh as a fledgling student of animation during a summer internship at DreamWorks. At the time, I had passion and work ethic, but couldn't yet hack it as an animation professional at a major studio. Josh immediately recognized my potential and generously offered to coach me up on my weaker skill areas (drawing form/structure, shot composition). Though it can be hard to get critique as a young artist, our lessons were never discouraging, and I was able to quickly establish trust and confidence in my work. (He's an exceptionally skilled artist, but I have to add he's also a wonderful artist's counselor, particularly where imposter syndrome is concerned!) After honing in on some of my fundamentals I was able to land my first storyboard revisionist gig at a major studio, and the rest is history! Josh comes with a seriously impressive resume and decades of priceless studio experience; pair that with his good heart and passion for the craft, and you have a wonderful, flexible, and caring mentor who will ensure you reach your goals.
I highly recommend Josh as a teacher. His drawing knowledge is ocean-deep and well beyond the simple advice you see in books. He has extensive experience working in studios as well.
He will get your drawing to a high level!View more recommendations
Rates
Rate
- £57
Pack prices
- 5h: £284
- 10h: £568
online
- £57/h
free lessons
The first free lesson with Joshua will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
Details
What is the lesson format?
All lessons are fully online and hosted via Zoom, allowing for real-time screen sharing and direct artistic feedback.
How does scheduling work?
All lesson times are listed in Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles). We coordinate with you to find a slot.
Is Drawniversity right for me?
Schedule a free meet and greet call to find out.
Who are the classes for?
We welcome students aged 14 and up who have some basic drawing experience and are looking to sharpen their skills.
Can I join from anywhere?
Yes! As an online studio, Drawniversity connects with students worldwide—just keep the Pacific time zone in mind.
What do I need to prepare?
You should have your drawing tools (digital or traditional) and any current projects you'd like feedback on ready before our call, as well as access to Zoom for an on camera call.
How do payments work?
Lessons are $75/hr with a 25 min buffer.
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