Learn to paint faster, easier, better.
Guaranteed.
5-Day Challenge
Totally Free & Fun: This simple, beginner-friendly mini-course is a great starting point for those wanting to discover painting or get a taste of Acrylic University. Totally free, no credit card required.
Acrylic 101
The Definitive Guide To Painting In Acrylics: This course covers everything essential about tools, materials and the entire painting process - perfect for beginners or those wanting to learn more about acrylic painting.
Miniature Challenge
The Miniature Painting Challenge: Receive one simple, miniature painting lesson each week for a full year - perfect for artists of all skill levels who want to paint regularly and stay inspired with minimal time commitment.
Acrylic University Membership
The Acrylic University Membership: Full access to all premium courses, hundreds of painting lessons, live monthly classes, live Q&A's and more, all available to work through at your own pace - perfect for artists of all skill levels who want to take their art and understanding to the next level.
No matter your experience level or artistic ability, Acrylic University has a class for you.
Step-By-Step Curriculum
Stop wasting your practice time on random painting lessons. With an exclusive curriculum designed for your growth, you’ll always know what to work on for maximum results.
Expert Instruction
Learn from award-winning professional artists specializing in acrylic instruction. Gain important insights and put proven methods into practice that will save you valuable time, energy and resources.
Motivation & Support
Becoming the artist of your dreams is within reach! You’ll get weekly live events and an incredible community of fellow artists so you can stay inspired every step of your creative journey.
You will discover your joy in art...
Hi, I'm Jed Dorsey, and this is Dianna Shyne.
We love art and have over 50 years of combined painting experience.
We're thrilled to share our expertise to help you reach your artistic goals!
What if you felt... Connected? Inspired? Excited to paint?
All this and more is included in your Acrylic University Membership:
Premium Courses
Build a solid foundation for all your artistic pursuits with our premium full courses. Painting 101, Color 101, Design 101 & Plein Air 101 are designed for your growth and flourishing in art.
Live Classes
These hands-on classes are a great way to learn as you participate with others in a structured setting. You can interact, ask questions, and enjoy painting with your AU friends - all from your own home!
Landscape Modules
Focused instruction with expert insights so you can learn to paint: Trees, Atmosphere, Water, Pathways, Flowers, Clouds, Mountains, Nocturnes, Structures, Urban Scenes, Light & Snow
Live Q&A's
With access to our LIVE Q&A, it's like having a professional coach available for advice whenever you need it. Ask any question you have and Jed and Dianna will give you their expert opinion to keep you moving forward.
Resources
You'll be able to access our Paint-Along Lessons, FAQ Video Library, and learn from Quick Tip Videos. We also have a Resource Photo Library with hundreds of images you are free to paint from and even sell!
Member Community
With access to our vibrant member community and world-wide friends, you will grow to be your best artistic self. As a member of Acrylic University, you will always have a friend for your creative journey.
Acrylic University is all about getting creative, connecting with others, and having fun.
The more fun you have, the more motivated you will be. No matter what, when you join Acrylic University, we want you to know you can count on three things:
Excellence
Quality content designed for your growth.
Support
You will be believed in and encouraged.
Openness
We value and welcome your feedback & ideas.
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Need financial assistance?
We want to give as many people as possible the opportunity to grow creatively. Please apply for a scholarship here.
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