Pre-recorded courses for doll artists

Structured BJD Face-up and Eye Design Courses

Follow a clear path from beginner faceup foundations to special effects and custom eye design. Purchase through Payhip, then learn by private online streaming from your student dashboard.

Beginner to advancedPrivate student access
Pre-recorded lessonsLearn at your own pace
Private Payhip dashboardYour purchased courses in one account
Digital course accessStreaming only; nothing is shipped

Choose your course

Start at the level that matches your next project.

Each course has a distinct focus and is also included in the Complete Academy Pass.

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Starter Course

Faceup Quickstart

$39

Start your first BJD faceup with a clear 15-lesson roadmap.

15 lessons · 4 modules · 31 hr 25 min

Level
Beginner
Best for
First-time learners who want a guided introduction
Focus
Preparation, materials, and a complete beginner faceup workflow

Included in Complete Academy Pass

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Core Course

Core Program

$59

Build a stable foundation for clean, expressive BJD faceups.

12 lessons · 4 modules · 19 hr 40 min

Level
Beginner to intermediate
Best for
Learners building a stable, repeatable faceup foundation
Focus
Layer control, drawing fundamentals, and a complete working process

Included in Complete Academy Pass

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Advanced Course

Pro Workshop

$79

Build advanced character finishes with tattoos, metallic effects, glow details, and body painting.

14 lessons · 7 modules · 26 hr 45 min

Level
Intermediate to advanced
Best for
Artists who already understand basic faceup layers
Focus
Precision, special effects, body painting, and character finishes

Included in Complete Academy Pass

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Specialty Course

Eye Design Masterclass

$49

Create detailed BJD eyes from base preparation to final shine.

36 lessons · 6 modules · 12 hr 36 min

Level
All levels
Best for
Artists who want to specialize in BJD eye design
Focus
Eye bases, carving, color depth, lenses, domes, and finishing

Included in Complete Academy Pass

46-second real course preview

See how each layer builds a finished faceup.

Watch the close-up teaching style, practical tool work, and detail-first approach used across the academy.

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Complete learning path

Complete Academy Pass

Four structured BJD art courses in one private Payhip student dashboard, with each course retaining its own organized learning space.

77 core lessons · 21 modules · 90 hr 26 min

  • Faceup Quickstart
  • Core Program
  • Pro Workshop
  • Eye Design Masterclass
Individual courses total: $226$149$77 less than purchasing separately

One-time purchase. Not a subscription or recurring membership.

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Know where to start in under a minute.

CourseDurationLevelBest forMain focusPrice
Faceup Quickstart31 hr 25 minBeginnerFirst-time learners who want a guided introductionPreparation, materials, and a complete beginner faceup workflow$39
Core Program19 hr 40 minBeginner to intermediateLearners building a stable, repeatable faceup foundationLayer control, drawing fundamentals, and a complete working process$59
Pro Workshop26 hr 45 minIntermediate to advancedArtists who already understand basic faceup layersPrecision, special effects, body painting, and character finishes$79
Eye Design Masterclass12 hr 36 minAll levelsArtists who want to specialize in BJD eye designEye bases, carving, color depth, lenses, domes, and finishing$49

Every course above is included in the Complete Academy Pass.

How it works

Purchase on Payhip. Learn from your private dashboard.

Payhip handles checkout, student accounts, and course access. Pre-recorded lessons stream privately through the course player.

  1. 01Choose your courseSelect one course or the Complete Academy Pass.
  2. 02Checkout through PayhipComplete the secure Payhip checkout.
  3. 03Create or sign inUse your purchase email for your Payhip student account.
  4. 04Learn onlineStream the pre-recorded lessons from your private course area.
Stable internet requiredNo physical productNo downloadable course materials
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What the lessons focus on

Detailed work, shown clearly and without inflated promises.

Faceup foundation BJD artwork example

Faceup foundation

Controlled blush, brows, lashes, lips, and color placement for close-up head work.

Character effects BJD artwork example

Character effects

Tattoos, metallic accents, glow details, and body painting built on a stable foundation.

Eye design BJD artwork example

Eye design

Carving, gradients, glitter, lenses, domes, and a polished final finish.

Final presentation BJD artwork example

Final presentation

Detail cleanup and clear close-up photography that presents the finished work honestly.

Free preparation guides

Learn the basics before choosing a course.

13 min read

BJD Faceup Tutorial for Beginners

Follow a beginner BJD faceup tutorial with pastel, watercolor-pencil, and fine-brush layers—no airbrush required—while protecting resin step by step.

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11 min read

BJD Faceup Supplies

Build a beginner BJD faceup kit with watercolor pencils, chalk pastels, acrylic paint, detail brushes, sealant, correction tools, and safety gear.

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14 min read

BJD Eye-Making Tutorial

Compare resin and no-resin BJD eye-making methods, then plan size, iris detail, pupil alignment, clear domes, and a matched pair step by step.

Read guide

FAQ

Before you enroll

How do I access the course after purchase?

During checkout, Payhip asks you to create or sign in to a customer account. Your purchased course appears in your private student dashboard, and your receipt includes a login link.

Can I download the course videos?

No. Course videos are provided through private online streaming and require a stable internet connection.

Are downloadable course materials included?

No. The current courses provide private online video access only. Downloadable videos, PDFs, materials lists, reference-image packs, and practice-resource files are not included.

Can I watch on a phone or tablet?

Yes, using a current mobile browser and a stable internet connection. Available playback quality adapts to the source lesson and connection.

Are English subtitles included?

English subtitles are included in 71 of the 77 core video lessons. Six Pro Workshop lessons currently have no captions. The optional Core companion bonus also has no captions, and a small amount of original on-screen text may remain.

Which course should I start with?

Choose Quickstart for a first guided faceup, Core for a deeper foundation, Pro for advanced effects after the basics, or Eye Design for a focused eye-making skill.

What is included in the Complete Academy Pass?

Faceup Quickstart, Core Program, Pro Workshop, and Eye Design Masterclass, each kept as its own organized course in your student dashboard.

Are physical materials included?

No. These are digital, pre-recorded online courses. Tools, doll heads, art materials, and other physical items are not shipped.

Can I share my account?

No. Access is for the purchaser only and may not be shared, resold, recorded, mirrored, or posted publicly.

What if I cannot access my course?

First use the login link in your Payhip receipt. If the problem remains, contact bjdacademy@gmail.com with your purchase email and Payhip order number.

What is the refund policy?

Digital course refunds are reviewed under our Refund Policy, including duplicate charges and unresolved access problems, while preserving rights required by applicable law.

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Begin with one focused course or follow the complete academy path.

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