About Us
Look, we started Studio Training because we got tired of cookie-cutter creative courses that treat you like just another student ID number. We're a tight crew of designers, artists, and makers who genuinely believe that creative skills shouldn't feel boring or intimidating. Our whole thing is teaching you the actual techniques we use in our own work — no fluff, no pretending that everything's easy when it's not. We meet you where you're, whether you're picking up a pen for the first time or you're already creating and just want to level up. After running real creative projects for years, we realized the best way to learn was from people who'd actually done the work.
Over time, we’ve built a reputation for reliability, quality, and clear communication. We treat each project as a partnership and aim for outcomes that last.
Our Story
We kicked things off in 2016 in a tiny studio space because a few of us kept getting asked the same questions over coffee. 'How do you actually learn design?' 'Where do you start with illustration?' So we started teaching small groups. Word spread. Before we knew it, we had waiting lists and people driving from neighboring cities. We moved to our current space on Bulevardul Magheru in Iași back in 2019 and haven't stopped growing since. We've trained over 900 people through everything from weekend workshops to full certification courses. Still feels surreal, honestly.
Meet Our Team
The people behind Studio Training
Anca Popescu
Founder & Design Instructor
Anca's been designing for 16 years — everything from brand identities to digital products. She runs Studio Training's design courses and genuinely has the patience of someone who remembers being completely lost with the pen tool.
Mihai Duran
Illustration & Drawing Lead
Mihai teaches illustration like it's his favorite thing (because it's). Freelance illustrator for 11 years. The kind of instructor who'll sit with you one-on-one until something clicks, no questions asked.
Elena Ștefan
Photography Instructor
Elena shoots everything — editorial, portraits, products. She's teaching photography courses and has this knack for making technical stuff feel intuitive. Former photojournalist, current patient human being.
We’re a team that values ownership, clarity, and growth. We celebrate wins, learn fast, and keep client outcomes at the center.
Our Core Values
The principles that guide everything we do
Honesty Over Hype
We'll tell you when something's hard. We won't pretend there's a magic trick that replaces practice. Your progress matters more to us than making you feel good for 10 minutes.
Learning by Making
Theory's useful, sure. But you'll actually learn by creating real projects with real constraints. Every course has you building something tangible from week one.
Every Pace, Every Background
Beginners and experienced creatives learn together here. We design courses so everyone's stretched but nobody's lost. Your starting point doesn't determine your ending point.
Creative Courage
Making something is vulnerable. We've built a space where you can experiment without judgment. Mistakes aren't failures — they're part of becoming better at your craft.
Why Choose Us
Experienced Team
Our professionals have decades of combined experience. We've seen it all and know how to handle any challenge.
Quality Guaranteed
We stand behind our work with comprehensive guarantees. If you're not satisfied, we'll make it right.
Fair Pricing
Transparent, competitive pricing with no hidden fees. You'll always know exactly what you're paying for.
Proven Results
Thousands of satisfied customers and a track record of successful projects speak for themselves.
Our Approach
Our approach combines proven methods with modern tools. We start with discovery, align on goals, plan clearly, and execute with quality checks at every step.