A first-of-its-kind course for ambitious Rise creators
No more “just okay” Rise courses—create experiences people won’t believe were made in Rise
Expand your design capabilities and build your knowledge in Rise
Level up your work and become the go-to eLearning expert on your team
“It’s like a light bulb has clicked on for me. I’m bursting with new ideas, but more importantly, the quality of my courses has greatly improved.”
Heather, Instructional Designer
Create courses that look this good
You know great course design when you see it, but creating it yourself is another story
If you build in Rise and care about quality, Art School is for you. Created by the learning experts at Maestro, this experience will build your visual-design instincts and take your Rise skills to the next level.
Gain skills and knowledge you can put to use in your courses right away—it’s your fast track to flawless design.
You'll learn …
Six Design Fundamentals for creating visually beautiful courses in Rise (and anywhere else your design skills take you)
Practical strategies for confidently setting art direction and creating a cohesive, polished style for your courses
Advanced techniques for using Rise and Mighty to design polished Rise courses with bigger impact
What's included
When you enroll in Art School, you’ll get lifetime access to:
9
self-paced modules on the fundamentals of visual design and advanced techniques in Rise*
20
step-by-step video lessons walking you through how to apply what you’ve learned
30
hands-on application exercises in Rise for practicing your new skills right away
12
bonus resources for practically applying your new skills to your daily workflow
1
monthly drop-in coaching session to work through real challenges with Maestro’s expert LXDs
*3-month Mighty subscription or credit included with enrollment!
Curriculum at a glance
MODULE 1
Welcome to Art School
Learn what to expect and set yourself up for success.
MODULES 2–7
Design Fundamentals
Explore the six fundamentals of visual design and practice your skills as you go—directly in Rise.
MODULE 8
Setting Art Direction
Discover how to find inspiration, create moodboards, and establish a style sheet.
MODULE 9
Design Studio
Bring it all together by taking a basic Rise course and transforming it into a visual and learning powerhouse, guided by step-by-step videos.
“This course was a great way to get inspired and align the team on what great eLearning looks like.”
Christopher, VP of Learning and Development
“Art School was transformational. It gave me the confidence to believe I can do amazing design work to boost the content I create.”
Bryan, Senior Instructional Designer
“I truly feel 150% more confident in my design abilities.”
Meghan, Learning and Development Specialist
Become the go-to expert for beautiful, effective Rise courses
Individuals
$497
+ 9 in-depth modules in Articulate Rise
+ 20 video lessons and 30+ application exercises
+ 12 bonus tools and templates
+ 12 drop-in coaching sessions each year
+ 3 months of Mighty and expert guidance for maximizing the tool
Teams of 3+
$497
$397.60 per seat
Empower your team to achieve stunning visual design in Articulate Rise. Teams of 3 or more enjoy a 20% discount. Start the process for spring enrollment today!
Meet your Art School Design Professor, Amy!
Hey, I’m Amy O’Donnell Lueth—your Art School Design Prof! I’ll be your guide throughout the Art School experience, walking you through the curriculum and cheering you on every step of the way!
I’ve been at Maestro since 2012, where I serve as design director and lead an incredible squad of interactive designers. Our team of learning creators:
- Partners with Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders to craft innovative, high-impact design
- Has helped clients earn multiple Brandon Hall Awards for eLearning excellence
- Regularly takes the stage at ATD to inspire fellow creators and share all things Rise
If you’ve ever looked at our courses and thought, “I wish I could create that,” Art School was built for you. I’ll be right here to guide you, share insider tips, and help you grow your design skills with confidence.
It’s time to unleash your inner artist—talk to you in Art School!
Who is this experience for?
Rise creators who know the basics but feel stuck with “blocky” designs—you want to stop fighting the tool and start creating polished, stakeholder-ready courses.
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Instructional designers who already feel confident in learning theory but want their courses to look as good as they teach.
Self-taught or independent creators who
want to build their design instincts and create Rise courses that make people say, “Whoa, who made this course?”
“I developed skills I hadn’t considered before. It’s helped me use blocks in new ways and become more creative.”
Maria, Junior eLearning Specialist
Ready to sign up your team?
We offer 20% off for teams of 3+. Fill out the form to get started!
Great learning, by design
“Research shows that users form judgments about an experience in as little as 50 milliseconds, with 94% of these impressions based on design quality.”
You don’t need an art degree to be a great designer
Art School gives you the tools you need to design like an artist—without a degree in kerning or color theory. Enroll in Art School today to go from course builder to confident designer in Articulate Rise!
9 modules and 20 video lessons
Master Design Fundamentals and advanced techniques directly in Rise with step-by-step lessons you can apply immediately.
12 bonus resources
Streamline your workflow and confidently apply what you’ve learned long after Art School with practical, on-the-job materials.
Connect with peers in Maestro Community (MC)
Enjoy a private space in MC to connect with Art School creators, get your questions answered, and share your work.
Drop-In Coaching Sessions
Access monthly Drop-In Coaching sessions with Maestro’s expert LXD team to work through challenges in real time.
3-month Mighty subscription
Explore endless design possibilities in Rise with our Mighty Chrome extension—yours with enrollment, plus guidance on making the most of it. ($141 value!)
*Already a Mighty user? Your Art School enrollment earns you a 3-month credit towards your next billing statement!
“Art School was phenomenal! Very approachable lessons and great practice within Rise. I feel much more confident designing in Rise afterwards and highly recommend!”
Joe, Instructional Designer & Curriculum Developer
Become the go-to expert for beautiful, effective Rise courses
Individuals
$497
+ 9 in-depth modules in Articulate Rise
+ 20 video lessons and 30+ application exercises
+ 12 bonus tools and templates
+ 12 drop-in coaching sessions each year
+ 3 months of Mighty and expert guidance for maximizing the tool
Teams of 3+
$497
$397.60 per seat
Empower your team to achieve stunning visual design in Articulate Rise. Teams of 3 or more enjoy a 20% discount. Start the process for spring enrollment today!
Get your manager on board
Need help getting the green light? With or without a formal training budget, our approval letter template will help you make the case for Art School, get your company to see the value, and say yes.
PLUS!
Build your design skills faster with these bonus resources
Color 101
Explore the basics of color, including an overview of how to leverage hue, value, chroma, and color schemes to achieve beautiful and balanced learning design.
Quick Guide to Typography
Learn the key terms of typography and get tips on picking the perfect fonts to match your course’s style and subject matter.
Consistency Cheat Sheet
Discover tips and tricks for maintaining a uniform style across your course’s icons, imagery, and illustrations to achieve a polished, professional feel.
And more digital goodies!
With a robust library of tools, templates, and bonus courses included with Art School, it’s easy to put what you’ve learned into practice and bring your ideas to life. It’s all built right into your Art School course—plus, grab them whenever you need them with your lifetime access to an exclusive Resource Library in Maestro Community.
“Art School is a unique L&D professional development offering unlike any I have experienced before.”
Regan, L&D Advisor
“Since attending Art School, I’ve found real joy in creating visually impactful learning content.”
Mabel, Training & Blended Learning Consultant
“As an instructional designer, I'm also a self proclaimed training snob. So when I say Art School was worth both my time and money, it is not a compliment given lightly!”
Karen, Medical Instructional Experience Designer
Become the go-to expert for beautiful, effective Rise courses
Individuals
$497
+ 9 in-depth modules in Articulate Rise
+ 20 video lessons and 30+ application exercises
+ 12 bonus tools and templates
+ 12 drop-in coaching sessions each year
+ 3 months of Mighty and expert guidance for maximizing the tool
Teams of 3+
$497
$397.60 per seat
Empower your team to achieve stunning visual design in Articulate Rise. Teams of 3 or more enjoy a 20% discount. Start the process for spring enrollment today!