Learn Acrylic Painting at Home

With DIY craft kit delivered to you

Learn the foundations of painting in acrylic in this online art course!


Molly Cranch
Molly Cranch
5.0 (1)

4 x 1 hour Class size 1 to 2     label $240 - $390 ($240 per Class only, no box, $390 per Class and box)

How it works
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Request your preferred time
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We'll send a ClassBento Box to you (a craft kit with what you'll need). Shipping in the US is free, and it should arrive within 10 days. We ship nationwide.
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Enjoy the online class - after booking, you'll get a link to join the interactive class.

Explore your personal creativity and expression in this online painting course! This is a one-on-one private painting lesson that meets once a week. The class is designed to be a place of support and instruction for students who want to learn skills and techniques for painting in acrylic.

The lessons are individualized based on your skill level and interests. Together, we can explore a variety of painting subjects such as landscapes, florals, still life, animals, figurative, or abstract.

Class structure:

  • 5 minutes for check-in and set up materials
  • 5 minutes for slide presentation (art vocabulary, art techniques, photo reference)
  • 45 minutes for sketching and painting
  • 5 minutes to share

Skills and techniques:
  • Sketching with shapes
  • Underpainting
  • Creating contrast and value
  • Blending and mixing colors
  • Perspective
  • Texture

Sample lessons:
1. Landscapes: Mountains and Beaches
2. Sunset Landscapes
3. Colorful Birds - Hummingbird, Parrot, Toucan
4. Florals - Roses and Sunflowers
5. Still Life - Fruit Bowl, Sweet Treats
6. Animals and Underwater Creatures - Jellyfish, Blue Whale
7. Urban Landscapes - City in Perspective

Your instructor will set up a second camera view and paint alongside the student. Instruction is provided before we paint but also while we are working through the painting process. Students may follow along in a step-by-step format but also make unique creative choices regarding color, shape, texture, etc. I will check in with the student 1-2 times per lesson and provide gentle feedback if requested. Sharing is encouraged but not required.

Painting is a fun and relaxing medium to work with, and I strive to create a learning environment that is supportive and encouraging.

Add-on available for this class
  • Beginners Acrylic Paint Set ($75)
You can add these when you book (optional).
 
Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly, all levels welcome!
 
What you'll get in your craft kit
  • 4 11 x 14 Canvas
  • Acrylic Paint Set - red, orange, yellow, green, blue, violet, white, black
  • Package of small to medium round and flat brushes
What you'll need
  • Paint palette or paper plate
  • Water cup
  • Paper towels
Session repeats

After the first session, subsequent sessions can be arranged with the teacher, at a time that suits you.

Suitable for

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 9 years old).

An adult must be present whilst kid(s) engage with the box.

This would also be a nice gift for her, gift for mom, anniversary gift or birthday gift.

Your teacher
Molly Cranch
Molly Cranch

5.0 (1)

Hi my name is Molly Cranch and I am an artist, author-illustrator and arts educator based in Chicago, Illinois.

I have taught students ranging from age 3 to adulthood in a wide variety of settings including public and private schools, online and in art museums and art centers. I have taught a wide range of art media, however I love to teach 2D materials such as drawing, painting, collage, and bookmaking.

My teaching philosophy is relaxed, supportive and student-centered. I teach basic skills and techniques while allowing room for creative flow.

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