Custom-Tailored Lessons Just For You!
Like piano lessons—but for art, animation, story, filmmaking and more!
Any age. Any experience level. Any location.
Watch This Short Video To See How Upchuckle Education Can Help You Achieve Your Goals!
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Whether you’re an aspiring or professional artist, a student or a curious hobbyist:
WE’RE PASSIONATE ABOUT YOUR PASSION
What Our Students Have To Say
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“The mentorship experience has provided me opportunities to expand my storyboarding skills and apply practical knowledge in improving on my work. The sessions are detailed, well guided and constructive which enhance the understanding of how to excel in my character acting performance and staging. This is a wonderful resource for any professional looking to push their work as well as starting out artists. Thanks so much Upchuckle!!!”
-Sonia Furier (Animation professional)
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“Brad is a phenomenal teacher. Everything is possible and nothing is off limits! Whatever your learning style, Brad will adapt and strive for improvements for all involved! He is well spoken and and happy to explain things in detail should you not understand something. Things are step by step with him and you won't feel left behind. I learned so much from Brad in a short timeframe, not just about Animation but about how I learn. Thanks Brad!”
-Genevieve Cayer (Animation Professional)
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“The support and knowledge I gained from him, is invaluable. I believe one-on-one instruction is something essential when it comes to the crafting of your art skills, which is what you will get from Upchuckle.”
-Alina Ponce (IIlustrator)
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“Summer tutoring at Upchuckle Entertainment helped me to finish my year of animation school, so I could continue and graduate with my class. Every session had helpful, enthusiastic one-on-one critiques with examples when needed. I got help with my work anytime I had questions and I felt I quickly improved in weak areas of my animation. Highly recommend if you need help with any tutoring/lessons or are looking for animation related work!”
-Saffron Thornhill (Animation Professional)
Master Creativity with Private Upchuckle Lessons
Your goals. Your pace. Your creative breakthroughs.
✅ Flexible, Personalized Training:
Stop struggling with generic tutorials without direct support or feedback. Master art, animation, and design with personalized instruction tailored specifically to your skill level and pace. Learn on your own with our private 1-on-1 Lessons or with a creative partner in our 2-on-1 Lessons! Explore your passion or discover new ones! Whether in-person or online*.
✅ The Competitive Edge for College Admissions:
Don’t leave your future to chance. Focus on mastering key portfolio pillars—including animation, layout, character design, and storyboarding—with expert support and critiques aimed at the high standards top-tier art and animation schools demand. (Life drawing & anatomy options coming soon!)
✅ Industry-Standard Professional Upgrading:
Take your career to the next level. Get the no-nonsense, clear and expert feedback you need to refine your demo reel, portfolio, or résumé for today’s competitive creative market.
✅ Turn Your Vision Into Reality:
Whether it’s writing and illustrating your first story or comic book, or directing an animated short, we provide the technical roadmap and creative mentorship to bring your personal projects to life!
*Must meet requirements for online learning.
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR:
BRAD FERGUSON
As the Founder and Director of Upchuckle Education, Brad brings over 20 years of experience as a professional artist, character designer, animator and director of award-winning animated television shows. In addition to creating entertainment for audiences around the globe, he has served as an Animation Diploma Program Director and Instructor at an accredited art and animation college.
Having worn many hats throughout his diverse career, Brad is now focused on helping students develop their own skills and creative voice. His passion for teaching—paired with extensive industry expertise—drives him to inspire and support learners at Upchuckle Education: a place where people of all ages and experience levels can feel safe, supported and encouraged as they explore creativity, gain confidence and grow their abilities.
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Credit: Photos taken by the amazing, Laura Joy Photography
Welcome to Upchuckle! We’re so happy to have you here.
Before you can purchase or attend any Upchuckle Education Lessons all Students must first attend their completely FREE, and no-commitment Student Intake Interview.
For NEW Students: STEP 1
(Mandatory)
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For Single Students (1-on-1)
(only for new students)
OR…
For Two Students (2-on-1)
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This MANDATORY INTERVIEW is designed to:
• Introduce us, answer your questions, and ensure our compatibility (you should like us before you hire us!)
• Determine we’re able to teach what you wish to learn.
• Present examples of your work: This gives us the opportunity to see where you are in your skills and understanding. This is our starting point in developing your custom-curriculum, should you wish to proceed with lessons.
IMPORTANT:
•Any lessons purchased from our website without first attending your Student Intake Interview are void and subject to Upchuckle Education’s refund policies (non-refundable for custom-tailored lessons).
•Any student 15 years of age or younger must be enrolled by their parent/legal guardian. The parent/legal guardian must also attend the Student Intake Interview with the Student.
Award-Winning Custom Training as low as $46/hr
(+other great discounts)
Lock in significant savings with any 3 or 12-Lesson Pack
• Ask about our 0% payment plan available for any Lesson Pack (or see the “Info” tab below for details)
•Ask about our 30-minute lesson options for children 6 or younger or those who live with neurodivergence.
•$46/hr is the cost per student for our 2-on-1, 12-Lesson Pack of 2hr lessons (24 hours of training)
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