Help & Contact
Browse the sections below covering The Studio membership, free resources, classes and assets, billing and account help, and how to get in touch with our team.
about the studio
What is The Studio Membership?
The Studio Membership is an online membership for artists who want to create, grow, and sell their work. Founded by Liz Kohler Brown, The Studio gives you access to hundreds of classes, Procreate brushes, design assets, downloadable resources, and a supportive community of artists. Whether you are just starting or you are ready to turn your art into a business, The Studio has everything you need to move forward. Learn more about The Studio here.
How much does The Studio Membership cost?
You can find current membership pricing on The Studio here. The Studio offers both monthly and annual membership options. Our annual membership, The Studio Collective, gives you everything inside The Studio plus support as you build your creative business.
Who is The Studio for?
The Studio is for artists at every level. Whether you are brand new to Procreate or Affinity Designer, working to grow your skills, looking to stay current with trends, or want to learn from someone who is actively creating, selling, and building a business herself, there is something in The Studio for you. Classes are organized by level, so you can always jump in wherever feels right.
What apps or programs do I need to get started in The Studio?
Most classes inside The Studio are taught using Procreate, Affinity Designer, or both. The Studio also has classes and resources on finding your style, following trends, selling your artwork, and growing a creative business that are not tied to any specific platform. You do not have to be an iPad artist to get a lot out of The Studio.
Do I need an iPad or Apple Pencil to use The Studio?
It depends on which classes you are taking! Procreate classes are taught on an iPad, and while an Apple Pencil makes things easier, you may be able to achieve similar effects without one depending on the stylus you have. Affinity Designer classes can be taken on an iPad or a desktop computer. And if you are here for the business, style, or trend classes, no specific device or software is required.
If you have questions about what you need for a specific class, please email us at help@thestudiomembership.com and we’ll direct you to the right resources.
Does The Studio Membership have an app?
Yes! The Studio has an iOS app so you can access your classes, resources, and community from your iPhone or iPad. You can even download classes for offline access, so you can keep creating wherever you are.
Who is Liz Kohler Brown?
Liz Kohler Brown is an artist, surface pattern designer, and founder of The Studio Membership. She actively creates and sells her own artwork on products like fabric, greeting cards, and wallpaper, and has sold over 4,000 calendars alone. She has been teaching her exact practices to artists around the world since 2018 and created The Studio so other artists do not have to figure it out alone. You can learn more about Liz here.
Free resources
What free resources does The Studio offer?
The Studio offers two free beginner courses to help you get started with Procreate and Affinity Designer. You can sign up for each one below:
I signed up for Procreate Foundations or Affinity Designer 101. Where do I find it?
Both courses are delivered through The Studio library. You can access your course by logging in here. Please also check your email for your delivery confirmation and any additional details we sent your way.
classes and resources
What are some beginner-friendly classes?
The best starting point depends on what you are working on.
- New to Procreate? Start with Procreate Foundations.
- New to Affinity Designer? Start with Affinity Designer 101.
- Not sure where your style is headed? Check out Uncovering Your Style.
- Ready to start selling your work? Start with the Print-on-Demand Makeover Series.
From any of these, you will find suggested next steps to keep you moving forward. You can also browse and filter by level in the class catalog here.
If you are looking for more personalized recommendations, post your question in The Studio Community or email us at help@thestudiomembership.com and we will help you find the perfect place to start.
Can I watch the classes whenever I want?
Most classes inside The Studio are available to be watched on your own schedule. Start, stop, pick up, and finish whenever works for you. If you can’t make a live session, replays are always available in your Studio library. A small number of classes are only available for a limited time, so we always recommend saving anything that interests you so you don’t miss it.
Can I use the brushes and assets for projects I am going to sell?
Absolutely! All brushes and assets inside The Studio can be used for personal or commercial projects. The only thing we ask is that you do not give away or resell the assets themselves, but anything you create with them is completely yours to sell.
Can I sell artwork that I create in The Studio classes?
Yes! Anything you create using the techniques taught inside The Studio is yours to sell. The classes are designed to help you build a body of work and a creative business, so selling your art is absolutely encouraged.
I cannot find a class or asset. How do I search?
You can use the search function inside The Studio library to search by any word or topic.
The Studio Map is also a great tool for finding your way around.
If you still cannot find what you are looking for, email us at help@thestudiomembership.com and we will help you track it down.
member questions
How can I upgrade my membership from monthly to annual?
Our annual membership is called The Studio Collective. If you are on the current membership price, you can upgrade inside your account settings here by:
- Clicking Purchases at the top of the page
- Clicking Change next to your membership
- Selecting The Studio Collective Membership
Any amount you have already paid for the current month will be automatically applied to your annual plan, so you will not be double-charged.
If you have been with us since our earlier pricing, email us at help@thestudiomembership.com and we will make sure you are upgraded at the right price.
What is The Studio Collective?
The Studio Collective is the annual membership tier that includes everything inside The Studio Monthly Membership plus quarterly live business strategy calls with Liz, live hotseat coaching, quarterly State of the Market Reports, a private Collective community, and a Growth Accelerator Bonus. It is designed for artists who are ready to stop guessing and start growing their creative business with real direction and strategy.
Collective members actually pay less per month and get significantly more. You can learn all about The Studio Collective here.
When will my membership renew?
Your membership renews on the same date each month or year, depending on your plan. You can check your exact renewal date inside your Account Settings.
Can I pause my membership?
Yes! You can pause your membership for up to three months, one time per calendar year. To pause your membership, go to your Account Settings and select the pause option under End Membership. If you have any trouble or questions, email us at help@thestudiomembership.com.
How do I cancel my membership?
You can cancel your membership anytime inside your Account Settings. If you run into any trouble, email us at help@thestudiomembership.com.
Why am I not receiving the Sunday Studio Newsletter?
Your Sunday Studio Newsletter is your weekly update on everything new and upcoming in The Studio. If you are not receiving it, check your spam or promotions folder first. If it is not there, email us at help@thestudiomembership.com and we’ll make sure you are on the list.
contact and support
Who is on The Studio team?
You can meet the whole Studio team here.
How do I get additional help?
If you have a question that is not answered here, email us at help@thestudiomembership.com, and someone from our team will get back to you.
If you are a Studio member, you can also post your question in The Studio Community, where Liz and the team love to help.
Feeling Lost?
Come take a tour of The Studio with Liz and get a downloadable map of the membership.