Welcome to Pietmaen Studio!
Learn to See, Feel, and Draw with Expression
Dive into the world of expressive digital character art with courses designed to help you capture emotion, personality, and story in every line.
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, Peter’s step-by-step lessons will guide you through anatomy, expressions, and creative techniques — all while encouraging play, curiosity, and experimentation.
Meet Your Artist - Peter (@pietmaen)
Hey, I’m Peter - but most people online know me as @pietmaen.
I’ve been sketching since I could hold a pencil, and creativity has always been my playground - from singing and acting to doodling characters everywhere I could.
I studied math and art (yes, both!) and later earned a degree in Visual Communication in Berlin, where I learned to combine structure with imagination. Over the years, I’ve worked with Disney, turned my art into collectible trading cards, and taught a Skillshare course on iPad and Procreate drawing.
My art is playful, expressive, and deeply human - inspired by the gestures, quirks, and stories that make people unique. I love exploring how a single look, smile, or posture can bring a whole character to life.
What You’ll Discover in My Course
Bring Your Characters
to Life
You’ll master how to draw expressive faces and poses that reflect emotion and personality, turning static sketches into characters that truly feel alive.
Understand Expression Through Structure
From the Loomis method to anatomy and exaggeration, you’ll learn how facial structure and movement work together to convey attitude, feeling, and intent.
Create Characters with Story and Soul
You’ll design characters that speak through their gestures and expressions, each drawing revealing a unique story, mood, and identity that reflects your artistic voice.
My Perspective on Art Â
Art, for me, is all about observation and emotion.Â
It’s about finding beauty in the small things - a glance, a gesture, a spark of curiosity - and translating that into lines, colors, and stories.
When you draw, you’re not just capturing what you see; you’re learning to understand people, energy, and mood.
That’s the essence behind every course I create: teaching artists how to draw not just what’s visible, but what’s felt.
Got a question about my course, collaborations, or art?
 I’d love to hear from you! Drop me a message below — I’m always up for talking characters, creativity, and all things expressive. ✏️
