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 Learn from Stephen Silver
Character Designer for
Disney, Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, Warner Bros. and more.
 Discover a creative community where  artists can thrive, connect, and learn from a professional mentor.Â
all from the comfort of home
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𨠠Silver Drawing Academy is an approved vendor with ACE FMS & Aveanna
Check with your Service Coordinator to see if you are eligible for aÂ
1-year membership TO Silver Drawing Academy !
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Inclusive Art Education
A safe, encouraging space designed for artists of all experience levels. Learn at your own pace and gain confidence through creativity.
Global Community
Join a welcoming online environment with art students and Stephen. Make friends, collaborate, and share your art journey.
Regional Center & SDA
Eligible individuals can request Membership to Silver Drawing Academy through their local Regional Center.Â
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âď¸ What Youâll Gain in 1 Year
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Step-by-step learning the fundamentals of character design through short 5 minute lessons with exercises to help you become a better artist. Beginner to Advanced lessons.
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Live drawing sessions weekly. Learn, Sketch, Connect: Interactive Weekly Zoom Sessions with Stephen. Ask questions about lessons you're working on, meet like minded people, network, and make friends all while drawing together.Â
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Portfolio development guidance for future art careers.
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Build Confidence and Encouragement though weekly Art  Talks from Stephen. Listen each week as Stephen talks about thriving in the art industry.
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How to Apply Through Your Regional Center
Whether youâre applying through Social Recreation Services or the Self-Determination Program, hereâs how to get started:
1ď¸âŁ Contact your Service CoordinatorÂ
2ď¸âŁ Request enrollment in Silver Drawing Academyâs one-year membership for $299. (Invoice provided upon request)
3ď¸âŁ Wait for approval. Once your Service Coordinator lets you know that your request was approved, please have the Service Coordinator email the authorization details to [email protected] . Details should include the following information: 1) the name of your Regional Center, 2) the name of your Financial Management Service (FMS), 3) the name and contact information for your Service Coordinator, 4) the name and personal UCI number assigned to the artist who will be taking the lessons, 5) the email associated with the student. Silver Drawing Academy will generate an invoice for your approved membership to be purchased and we will email the invoice to you and your Service Coordinator.
4ď¸âŁ Silver Drawing Academy Notification You will receive an email from SDA once the payment is complete. Please allow 2- 4 weeks for this process. We will send you a link to register and start your 1 year membership.
5ď¸âŁ Set your schedule to join weekly zoom sessions    Â
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How to Apply Through ACE FMS
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1ď¸âŁ Your Spending Plan You will want to make sure that Silver Drawing Academy is listed in your spending plan. * Your Independent Facilitator (IF) or Service Coordinator, can assist with gathering required information, organizing details, and preparing Spending Plan updates.
2ď¸âŁ Request enrollment Youâll want to use the add vendor button on your dashboard and search for Silver Drawing Academy.Â
3ď¸âŁ Wait for approval. Once youâve added SDA as a vendor, the ACE FMS approvals team will review the connection.Â
4ď¸âŁ Notify Silver Drawing Academy upon approval and start learning.  When the vendor connection is approved, ACE FMS will be able to facilitate payment for services via invoice or purchase request.
5ď¸âŁ Set your schedule to join weekly zoom sessions    Â
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