Paint Joyfully
Create depth and interest in acrylic landscape painting: for beginners
An online learning experience hosted by Jenna Paulsen, Fine Artist
“Paint Joyfully” takes you from novice to know-how with simple, fun, step-by-step instruction!
Learn to translate the breathtaking beauty of nature onto canvas – starting with the basics, and culminating in a complete painting of your own.
Does this sound like you?
Well, friend, you’re in the right place!
You CAN paint your own beautiful landscapes, and I’ll take you step-by-step through the process, including:
Recording your inspiration through simple sketches
Setting up your art-making space to work for you
Color theory + paint mixing
Brushes + mark-making
Components of a landscape painting (trees, water, sky, etc)
Creating depth and dimension in your scene
Bringing out color in unexpected ways
Composing your artwork from what inspires YOU
Building your painting in layers
Establishing a regular painting practice (+ Celebrating your accomplishments!)
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Hi there!
A short intro to your instructor…
I’m Jenna, and I’m a full-time artist based in Syracuse, NY. I believe that with the right tools in place, anyone can create beautiful, meaningful art. While I learned plenty of valuable skills and gained insights throughout my years in art school, my current style and art practice are self-taught and self-driven. I want to share my simple, step-by-step approach to acrylic painting with you!
When I’m not painting, you’ll find me spending time with my spouse and 2 young kids, planning my next home design project, running while listening to a favorite podcast, sometimes reading a historical fiction novel, and ALWAYS drinking coffee – light roast, black, and just how I like it. 🙂 I can’t wait to lead you along on the rewarding journey of learning to paint!
What’s Included?
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SKETCHING 101
Identify your inspiration – and record the essentials of what you want to paint – through simple sketches
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FILLING YOUR TOOLBOX
Learn about the paints + brushes you need, and build the knowledge to use them effectively
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ELEMENTS OF THE LANDSCAPE
Practice painting the common elements found in landscape paintings (trees, water, skies, hills and fields) through simple tutorials – and a little repetition!
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COMPOSING YOUR ART
Learn to prepare your canvas and compose an engaging scene
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LET'S PAINT!
Build your painting in step-by-step layers to build a lifelike art piece
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CELEBRATE!
Celebrate your achievements and establish a regular art practice
I believe everyone sees the world in a way that nobody else sees it – as individual as your fingerprint or handwriting.
You (yes, you!) have something of beauty to share, and I can’t wait to share my time-tested tools and strategies with you – the same ones that have helped me grow and sustain my own practice as a professional artist.
I look forward to supporting you in “Paint Joyfully”!
- Jenna
FAQs
How long will I have access to the course?
Once purchased, you have lifetime access to the course!
Can kids benefit from taking this course?
Definitely! I would recommend that caregivers preview the course material first to make sure your child will be able to follow along.
What’s your refund policy?
Due to the immediate lifetime access to all course videos and downloads, this course is non-refundable.
How long will it take to complete the course?
I recommend you go at your own pace, and take as long as you need! The course is broken down into 11 lessons, so you can go through it as quickly or as slowly as you’d like. In addition to the video instruction, the course includes helpful downloads and exercises to expand your creativity and keep you practicing.
Is this course for beginners or more experienced painters?
Both! While we cover basic information on color theory, paintbrushes, surfaces and color mixing, painters at all levels can benefit from learning this approach to painting with acrylics. There’s a lot of information out there about acrylics, but even if you’re an experienced painter, there’s a lot of information packed into this course on acrylic, impressionistic-style painting that will help you!
What equipment do I need?
I’ve got you covered! You’ll receive a supplies list when you sign up for the course, and it will walk you through the must-haves, and the nice-to-haves.
Can I share my login?
Each course login is for one student. If you know someone who would benefit from this program, please encourage them to check out the course! I appreciate any and all referrals, l and thank you for supporting our small business by not sharing login information.
What will you create when…
You can confidently pick up your brush and know how to translate a beautiful scene into a cherished piece of art?
You have a satisfying, regular painting practice that you look forward to?
You stop scrolling and create something engaging, satisfying, and meaningful with your own two hands?
Have a question that’s not answered here? Send me an email and we can chat!
