Pumpkin Harvest painting by Jed Dorsey, 8x8 acrylic

Paint a Sunlit Pumpkin Harvest This Weekend

A step-by-step acrylic lesson with Jed Dorsey. One 8x8 painting, about an hour of teaching, and everything you need to start today.

Instant access. Reference photo and templates included.

What you'll learn

This painting looks complicated: a pile of pumpkins, hay, a fence and a barn, all in bright fall sun. I'll show you how to break it into simple shapes and paint it one clear step at a time.

  • How to MAKE SUNLIGHT GLOW on a pumpkin instead of just painting it orange
  • How to keep SHADOWS RICH AND COLORFUL, not muddy
  • How to SUGGEST HAY and BACKGROUND with a few confident strokes instead of painting every piece
  • How to MIX ALL THOSE FALL COLORS from a simple palette
Happy pumpkin painter, hay, fence and barn in fall sun
Make a painting you're proud of!

What's included

  • The full Pumpkin Harvest video lesson (about an hour)
  • The reference photo
  • Ready-to-trace templates (8x8 and 12x12)
  • A simple supply list: Titanium White, Cadmium Yellow Light, Cadmium Orange, Quinacridone Red, Ultramarine Blue and Phthalo Green
Give your painting away or even sell it!

Your painting is yours to sell or give

You have my permission to sell or gift the painting you make from this lesson. Give it to someone you love this fall and you've saved yourself from buying a gift. Sell it and the lesson has paid for itself. — Jed

Who this is for

  • You want a satisfying painting you can finish in an afternoon or two
  • You've felt overwhelmed by busy scenes and want a clear way in
  • You're newer to acrylics, or you're experienced and want fresh fall subject matter

Hi! I'm Jed

I'm a fourth-generation artist and the founder of Acrylic University. I've taught thousands of painters online, and I have one goal: give you clear steps so you paint with confidence.

I'd love for you to join me for this incredibly fun lesson - hope to see you on the inside!

What painters say

"I absolutely loved your demonstration and your approachable way of teaching"

—Janice B.

"I've learned more in the past few weeks, than I learned in 39 years of painting."

—Lois R.

"So glad I saw the ad on Instagram. This has already really changed how I am seeing things."

—Dawn E.

Bonus: A Free Month of Brave Art Club

When you buy this lesson, you'll get a private invitation to join Brave Art Club, Jed's painting membership, with your first month free. That means four live painting sessions to keep your momentum going. The invitation is open for 5 days after your purchase.

Questions

How long do I have access?

The lesson is yours to keep. Watch it as many times as you like.

What size canvas do I need?

Jed paints on 8x8. A 12x12 template is included if you want to go bigger.

Do I need the exact paints?

No. A yellow, red, blue, white and black will work. Jed's exact colors are listed too.

I'm a beginner. Can I do this?

Yes. The template gets your drawing in place, and Jed walks through every step.

Can I sell or gift my painting?

Yes. You have Jed's permission to sell or gift the painting you make from this lesson.

Is this a subscription?

No. It's a one-time $29 purchase.

Pumpkin Harvest painting by Jed Dorsey

Bring a little fall sunshine into your studio.

P.S. Buying the lesson also unlocks a private 5-day invitation to Brave Art Club with your first month free.