The 2500 Challenge is a no-fluff, high-impact drawing program designed to transform your figure drawing skills through 2,500 focused reps—1,000 heads, 500 arms, 500 legs, 250 hands, and 250 feet.
Created by veteran concept artist and educator Michael Buffington Jr., this book is part tutorial, part sketchbook, and part motivational masterclass. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, this challenge will sharpen your eye, train your hand, and build the discipline every serious artist needs.
No shortcuts. No excuses. Just results.
Pick up your pencil—let’s get to work.
The 2500 Challenge (Digital Download)
Explore the creative minds behind GBG with the Grind Before Glory Instructor Books—a curated collection of personal sketchbooks, design explorations, and instructional art books from our professional artists and mentors. These volumes offer rare insight into their techniques, thought processes, and workflows, making them an essential resource for aspiring artists seeking both inspiration and practical guidance to level up their craft.