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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is here and it's not going anywhere. So my challenge to all artists [novice to professional] is for us to unitedly showcase and celebrate human-crafted excellence in a world increasingly run by artificial intelligence.
What is this?
“A Human Made This” Challenge is a five-day creative experience that helps artists reclaim the value of their hand-made work.
Through simple, daily lessons like sketching, prepping a surface, transferring a design, and painting, you’ll create a finished piece from start to seal. Along the way, you'll learn real-world techniques, reignite your confidence, and prove to yourself (and the world) that what you make matters.
It’s more than just a painting challenge, it’s a creative movement.
A declaration that your hands, your story, and your creativity are irreplaceable.
Who is this for?
This challenge is for artists who are ready to rise. Whether you paint on walls, sneakers, nails, or have only ever sketched in your notebook, this is for you if:
- You’re tired of being overlooked in a world flooded with AI-generated images
- You want to sharpen your skills and finish your work with confidence
- You dream of getting better clients, bigger opportunities, or just believing in your art again
- You’re done waiting for “someday” and ready to finally take your art seriously
It’s for beginners who want to start right and working artists who want to level up.
And most of all, it’s for humans with something real to say.
If your creativity has a heartbeat, this challenge is for you.
Just Imagine…
…if the only thing standing between you and your next creative breakthrough was 5 powerful days.
What if you finally prove to yourself how great of an artist you really are?
What you leave with
In just 5 days, you’ll be able to:
✅ Set up your own creative space that works with what you already have.
✅ Sketch and plan your artwork, even if you "can’t draw".
✅ Choose and prep the best surface for painting (wood, fabric, metal, glass, etc.).
✅ Transfer and paint your design with using various methods.
✅ Seal and protect your work like a pro.
✅Learn how to remain relevant as an artist in an AI saturated world.
And most importantly...
You’ll re-ignite your belief that YOU are what the world needs.
Who am I?
I’m Craig Stanley, an award-winning artist who went from painting in my parents’ basement to creating for brands such as Disney, Nike, Marvel, Apple, Tyler Perry, and Oprah.
My work has been used with blockbuster films, iconic brands, and even a Super Bowl commercial.
To do this takes knowledge, practice, endurance, and problem-solving skills, and I’ve spent much of my career teaching other artists how to do the same. Not just to paint better, but to stand out, earn respect, and build careers around their own creativity.
In a world rushing toward AI, I’m here to lead a movement that proves human-made art still matters.
If you’re ready to rise, I’ll help you create, grow, and get seen without ever losing what makes you irreplaceable.
"Real art doesn't come from prompts, it comes from people."-Craig
