Student Testimonials
Since 1979, millions of people who say “I can’t draw” have in fact learned to draw using Betty Edwards’ methods, as explained in her best-selling book, Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain. Drawing classes based on her book are now taught around the world. For many years, Betty Edwards and her son Brian Bomeisler taught in-person workshops across the United States, Europe, and Asia. Upon Dr. Edwards’ retirement, Brian has been DRSB’s Master Instructor since 1998, and is a gifted and experienced teacher of the DRSB method. Since 2020, he teaches the course online, available to anyone around the world through a virtual 5-Day workshop or 1-Day workshops. Here are what just a few of Brian’s students have to say about their experiences.
Maxwell’s 5-Day DRSB Online Workshop, July 14-18, 2025: “At the end of this class, I cried. Due to living in a remote location, I had neither art classes nor music lessons in high school. I never had any drawing lessons. I've never even attempted to draw. I am in my senior years, and to be able to produce a self-portrait in such a short time that my family admires and my son wants framed is one of the most satisfying accomplishments in my life. This course may seem expensive (especially when you pay in Aussie dollars), but the value is far, far beyond what it cost. My only dilemma is how to thank Betty Edwards for the perseverance, dedication, and desire to find out how to teach so that others might see and draw, and for inculcating that same spirit in her son and granddaughter. Just do it.”
Stephen’s 5-Day DRSB Online Workshop, November 9-13, 2023: “At the risk of seeming overly dramatic, the workshop was a wonderful and life-changing experience for me. I spent the whole day yesterday noticing lines, shapes, negative spaces, light, shadows, reflections, angles, and relative proportions all around me that I did not previously notice. And my ‘demons’ about not being able to draw are gone! Thank you everyone, and thank you, Brian!”
Karen’s 5-Day DRSB Online Workshop, June 21-25, 2023: “If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to draw, or improve on your current skills, THIS is the class to take! I had shied away from drawing, thinking I couldn’t do it after some negative feedback years ago. But Brian Bomeisler’s encouragement and extraordinary teaching dispelled that notion. You’ll learn all the basic skills you need to draw whatever you see. I cannot recommend this class highly enough! Thank you!”
Jenny’s 5-Day DRSB Online Workshop, June 21-25, 2023: “I loved the class! In just a few days, it brought out my latent drawing skills and completely transformed my abilities and confidence. Honestly, everyone should take it. I am definitely recommending it to everyone I know who is interested in art, and even those who don't think they're interested (yet).”
Dr. Jo’s 5-Day DRSB Online Workshop, April 26-30, 2023: “I was interested in this workshop for a long time and it did not disappoint. You think that it must be magic and then you get into the class and you see it’s not – but then it’s over and you realize it was magic. Brian is a great teacher. I love him. So encouraging and positive and knowledgeable. The class was fun and tremendous learning!!!!” See HERE
Mark’s 5-Day DRSB Online Workshop, April 26-30, 2023: “This course really transformed my relationship with drawing. I had taken art classes as a kid but hadn't really done any drawing for about 20 years. I was trying to draw way too fast and I had a subconscious aversion to checking my proportions. My drawing improved SO much in just five days. Now, just five days later, sitting down for an hour or more to draw is not a painful rushed experience. I've learned to trust the process. Thank you so much, it's life-changing!“ See HERE
Miranda’s 5-Day DRSB Online Workshop, March 13-17, 2023: “Drop your work. Drop your families. And take this class! The format of this workshop, accompanied by the kind, patient, encouraging guidance of Brian, affords each student the epiphany with which we’ve all been endowed: the ability to draw, to create. In such a short time, this workshop has had such a tremendous impact, not just on my drawing abilities, but on my perspective, my outlook, and the love that I show myself. I would highly, HIGHLY recommend anyone to take this class. Thank you, Brian, and thank you fellow students, for all you taught me.”
Susann’s 5-Day DRSB Online Workshop, January 4-8, 2023: “Attending Brian Bomeisler’s Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain Workshop allowed me to explore the five basic perceptual skills of drawing that his mother, author Dr. Betty Edwards, so vividly describes in her book. What a beautiful way of honing right-brain activity! So much of what Brian shares about drawing and giving space to our nonverbal, creative R-mode is transferable to situations in which a complex problem, e.g., transforming organizations, needs to be effectively embraced by us in our roles as consultants, coaches, and leaders. The ‘before & after’ self-portrait is an eye-opening testimony that drawing is a great pathway to seeing and to appreciating things and their surroundings as they really are (rather than as what we hastily presume them to be).” Before & After
Timothy’s 1-Day Still Life Workshop, December 4, 2022: “I have taken Brian's Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain Workshop twice over the last couple of years. They helped tremendously with improving my drawing. Now, I have taken Brian's newest class, the Still Life Workshop. The class was amazing; I was able to reinforce all the concepts I learned in the 5-day Workshops. It was a great opportunity to continue my study and practice of drawing and to build up on what I learned. As usual, Brian is a great teacher and very encouraging. Thank You!”
Phil’s 1-Day Still Life Workshop, December 4, 2022: “Just a quick note to thank you, once again, for an excellent class on Still Life drawing. As always, I got so much out of this class and can assure you it will keep me coming back for more whenever you have the time and energy to offer another. Your relaxed teaching style, which caters to every type of student, as well as your supportive and creative criticism allows us all to learn from each other’s critiques and suggestions.”
Ray’s 1-Day Still Life Workshop, December 4, 2022: “Thank you Brian for another great class! So glad that you've added 1-day, topic specific classes. Today's 'Still Life' class was a wonderful way to refresh, tune up and learn new skills. I always appreciate that you encourage everyone to be themselves, bring their own style to drawing. Thanks again and looking forward to your next 1-day class!” - Ray
Ina’s 1-Day Still Life Workshop, December 4, 2022: “Thank you so much for offering this one-day workshop. It is such a gift to refresh skills I got from the 5-Day workshop, and to practice new ones!”
Sharif’s 5-Day DRSB Online Workshop, November 7-11, 2022: “I was given Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain as a gift at age 18. The book itself is fascinating and well worth a read. Over the next 20 years, I occasionally attempted to work through the exercises on my own, but the demands of life kept me distracted. I have always wanted to take the dedicated 5-day course, but the stars never seemed to align. I was delighted to recently discover that the course is offered online, and I promptly signed up. Brian Bomeisler is an outstanding instructor. All materials are provided, and the online format is executed perfectly. Brian has an exceptional eye, and is able to clearly instruct on the components of drawing/perceiving. Under his guidance, I produced works that I never thought possible, culminating in a complex self-portrait, full of light and shadow. I cannot recommend this course highly enough -- you will be surprised by the results!”
Joshua’s 5-Day DRSB Online Workshop, November 7-11, 2022: “I felt nervous and anxious going into this class, and that intensified during certain parts of the workshop. Brian's gentle encouragement helped me get through all of that, and at the end, I found myself with an amazing self-portrait drawing and the confidence that I can draw anything I see and learn to improve my skills even further. I’m impressed with how much progress I and my classmates were able to make in just 5 days, and I can't wait to see how much I'll improve in the future.”
Barb’s 5-Day DRSB Online Workshop, November 7-11, 2022: “Brian's class was just so deep and such fun, too. On Friday, the last day of class, my heart was breaking at the thought of not having the opportunity to take another DRSB class. As I was mulling over this fact, Brian announced a new one-day class. I signed up as soon as possible. And, it is on my birthday. It is going to be the best birthday present ever: from me to me! I have the most tremendous gratitude to Betty and Brian for creating this program and carrying it onward. Do not hesitate to sign-up for this class; you will not have a single regret. My before and after portrait says it better than words. Go for it! Have fun!”
Robert’s 5-Day DRSB Online Workshop, October 24-28, 2022: “For decades, my ‘art’ consisted of poor stick figures; however, within a few hours of this class, I was able to create drawings that were impressive to my family. After a week, I could impress myself. This class delivered a huge impact by awaking me to innate talent I had no idea I had.”
Ye’s 5-Day DRSB Online Workshop, September 12-16, 2022: “It was a great pleasure learning to draw with you this week, and thank you so much for teaching us those precious drawing insights and wisdom. I have learned a lot from you. Thank you so much also for your patience, encouragement, and kindness, as well. It is your kind and wise teaching that kept me enjoying the learning. I will be continuing to use the methods you'd taught us, and follow your mother’s book to practice drawing. Please give my gratitude to your mother for discovering and inventing such a good drawing teaching method, that allows people like me to learn to draw and enjoy it too. Thank you so much also for spreading the wisdom of drawing and the right-side brain understanding and utilization, not only good for the drawing but also in creativity, problem-solving, intuition, life enjoying, potential-developing, and many other parts of our life.”
Sarah’s 5-Day DRSB Online Workshop, August 3-7, 2022: “Thank you for the most incredible gift: learning how to see again, and to draw what I am actually seeing. I loved every minute, even the struggles. I will keep on practicing during my year of maternity leave and beyond – thanks for setting me off with confidence on the best foot forward of this journey of drawing.”
Tara’s 5-Day DRSB Online Workshop, June 20-24, 2022: “I would highly recommend this Workshop to anyone who wants to learn to draw. It exceeded my expectations. I heard about Betty Edwards’ book from a person in a Facebook group. I found a copy at my local library and then bought the book and the workbook. While the book can be used independently, I really wanted to attend a class that taught the concepts of the book. The book says that anyone can be taught to draw. I was always of the belief that you were either born with the ability to draw or were not. Brian Bomeisler is a patient and knowledgeable teacher who happens to be the author’s son. Coming into the class with no formal drawing instruction, I was hopeful that Brian could get through to me and teach me to draw in just one week. The class curriculum is well thought out and designed for the success of each student. After completing the course, I now have the tools to draw any object. I feel that I can now produce a beautiful drawing on my own. Thank you, Brian, for giving me this newfound skill of drawing.”
Susie’s 5-Day DRSB Online Workshop, April 18-23, 2022: “This DRSB workshop was my gift to myself; and worth every penny! It was great to have the live teacher and classroom experience and to get the help I needed to push forward to help me draw. Now I feel inspired to draw; I do look at things differently now, this class has also helped me improve my eye for what to capture in a composition, and I now know that I can take on drawings like never before. Brian truly helped me cross over from my former way of thinking about drawings and doing drawings; I'm on a new page forward. A great foundation accomplished in one week! Thank you, Brian Bomeisler, and thank you Betty Edwards!!”
Daniel’s 5-Day DRSB Online Workshop, April 4-9, 2022: “What a week! Truly incredible! Really had such a great group, so friendly and hardworking. Thank you, Brian!”
Alyssa’s 5-Day DRSB Online Workshop, April 4-9, 2022: “Great job everyone! Your drawings are awesome! It was very nice working together with all of you. Brian, thank you so much!😊”
Dora’s 5-Day DRSB Online Workshop, March 25, 2022: “This workshop has been life-changing for me. I had no previous experience drawing or creative art of any form. My curiosity began recently and I thought I was just too old to learn how to draw. I learned so much through this workshop in such a short period. I am encouraged to continue to improve and practice everything I learned. This workshop was a great way to get me started on my drawing journey. Thank you, Brian!” Dora's before-and-after drawings)
Ray’s 5-Day DRSB Online Workshop, February 7-12, 2022: “Your class has been beyond my expectations, far beyond anything I could have imagined! I came in hoping to learn the art of drawing and to broaden my perception of the physical world around me and this class accomplished both unreservedly in equal measure. Your teaching and guiding style was so helpful in immediately calming any nerves I had coming into the class. Your thoughtful, kind, and encouraging expert feedback was so very helpful in focusing my attention on exactly what I needed to see in my drawings and what I needed to do to understand and improve them. It was also wonderful learning along with the other students (we had a great group of people from across the globe) as we shared our challenges and successes. Finally, your occasional “divergent” stories from what has clearly been an extraordinary artist’s life were such a pleasure to hear. I hope, for your future classes’ sake, you continue to share your stories…for me, they were the shading that makes the drawing really come to life!”
Amy’s 5-Day DRSB Online Workshop, February 7-12, 2022: “The leap in my skills during the 5-day class was phenomenal. I felt really engaged in the drawing process, and learning to shift my perception was invaluable. I’ve wanted to take this class for years, and it was worth the time and money — so glad I did it.”
Catherine’s 5-Day DRSB Online Workshop, January 17-22, 2022: “Thank you so much for a life-changing class. I feel comfortably launched into drawing.”
Marilyn’s 5-Day DRSB Online Workshop, January 17-22: “Thank you so much for an amazing experience. It was just wonderful and you are an amazing teacher, such a kind and patient person. I am you sending deep gratitude and good wishes for the future.”
Tony’s 5-Day DRSB Online Workshop, November 22-27, 2021: “I was fortunate enough to attend Brian's drawing class. It is a skill I’ve always wanted to learn more about. Brian patiently and attentively guides all his students to help the right-side brain win the tug-of-war! I really loved the small group dynamics and everyone was so inspirational. I would highly recommend the class to anyone that wants to learn to draw, especially those who think they will never be able to learn. My before and after speak for themselves. Thank you, Brian!”
Timothy’s 5-Day DRSB Online Workshop, July 19-24, 2021: “Great experience! The class was super fun and I learned so much to improve my drawing skills in such a short amount of time. I will definitely recommend it to my friends or any artist looking to improve their drawing skills. Brian is an awesome instructor, very patient and encouraging. Looking forward to any future classes being offered.”