Art & Design Courses and Certifications

Jodie Foster Teaches Filmmaking

Jodie discusses her experience on both sides of the camera to guide you through every step of the filmmaking process, from storyboarding to casting and camera coverage.

• MasterClass
• 4 hours 3 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Werner Herzog Teaches Filmmaking

Learn storytelling, cinematography, location scouting, self-financing, documentary interview techniques, and how to bring your ideas to life.

• MasterClass
• 5 hours 50 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Mira Nair Teaches Independent Filmmaking

Learn to make a big impact on a small budget in film production, evoke the best from actors and nonactors, and protect your creative vision so you tell the story that can only come from you.

• MasterClass
• 4 hours 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Tom Morello Teaches Electric Guitar

Learn to create powerful, genre-defying electric guitar music. Develop your unique style, master innovative techniques, and unleash your creativity with guidance from legendary guitarist Tom Morello.

• MasterClass
• 5 hours 34 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Ken Burns Teaches Documentary Filmmaking

Explore Ken Burns' documentary filmmaking techniques, from research and storytelling to visual composition and editing, to create compelling narratives that bring history to life.

• MasterClass
• 4 hours 56 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Natalie Portman Teaches Acting

Discover acting techniques from Oscar-winner Natalie Portman. Learn character development, physical embodiment, dialect coaching, on-set performance, and collaboration with directors to elevate your craft.

• MasterClass
• 2 hours 37 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Spike Lee Teaches Filmmaking

Learn visual storytelling, DIY filmmaking, and Spike Lee's uncompromising approach. Discover techniques for writing, producing, working with actors, and creating barrier-breaking movies from the visionary director himself.

• MasterClass
• 3 hours 11 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Judd Apatow Teaches Comedy

Learn to create hilarious storylines, write stand-up, and direct comedic films from Emmy winner Judd Apatow. Discover techniques for developing personal experiences into engaging, funny content and mastering the art of comedy.

• MasterClass
• 6 hours 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Armin Van Buuren Teaches Dance Music

Learn to produce, perform, and promote dance music from legendary DJ Armin van Buuren. Discover techniques for melody-making, mixing, vocal recording, and DJing while building a track from scratch.

• MasterClass
• 6 hours 50 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Helen Mirren Teaches Acting

Academy Award-winning actress Helen Mirren shares the techniques she has learned through the course of her international career that has spanned stage, screen, and television.

• MasterClass
• 6 hours 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Ron Howard Teaches Directing

In lessons and on-set workshops, you’ll learn how to evaluate ideas, work with actors, block scenes, and bring your vision to the screen whether it’s a laptop or an IMAX theater.

• MasterClass
• 7 hours 48 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Marc Jacobs Teaches Fashion Design

Learn Marc’s construction techniques, how he creates unique shapes and silhouettes, and how you can develop your own ideas from the first sketch to the final piece.

• MasterClass
• 4 hours 38 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Samuel L Jackson Teaches Acting

Learn to master auditions, analyze scripts, and find the truth in every role you play.

• MasterClass
• 4 hours 59 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Martin Scorsese Teaches Filmmaking

The Oscar winner teaches his approach, from storytelling to editing to working with actors. He deconstructs films and breaks down his craft, changing how you make and watch movies.

• MasterClass
• 4 hours 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Herbie Hancock Teaches Jazz

Join Herbie at the piano as he shares his approach to improvisation, composition, and harmony. Gain access to 10+ original piano transcriptions, including 5 exclusive solo performances.

• MasterClass
• 4 hours 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available