Acrylic Portrait Painting: Fundamentals of Portraiture (Online Course)

Acrylic Portrait Painting: Fundamentals of Portraiture

In this guided acrylic painting class, you’ll learn the foundational techniques needed to paint a portrait with confidence. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to strengthen your skills, we’ll break down the portrait process step by step in an approachable, supportive way.

We’ll cover essential fundamentals including:

• Understanding facial proportions and structure

• Blocking in shapes and values

• Color mixing and skin tones

• Brush control and layering with acrylic paint

• Bringing depth, expression, and personality into your portrait

This class focuses on process over perfection, helping you build a strong foundation you can return to again and again in your own work. By the end of the session, you’ll have a completed portrait and a clearer understanding of how to approach future paintings with confidence.

All you need is acrylic paint, brushes, and a canvas—just show up ready to learn, experiment, and create.