Introduction to Acrylic Painting: Create a Tropical Canvas
A course by Leona Rose , Artist
Joined September 2021
Get inspired by nature to create a colorful, tropical piece from scratch by exploring the secrets of acrylic painting
Get inspired by nature to create a colorful, tropical piece from scratch by exploring the secrets of acrylic painting
Want to discover the secrets of acrylic painting by exploring the depths of a lush, colorful jungle? Then meet painter Leona Rose! She specializes in creating paintings that she herself describes as ""popical"" (a cross between pop art and tropical). A true globe-trotter, she masters acrylic painting like no other and finds her inspiration somewhere between primitive art, shamanic cultures, and bohemian atmospheres.
In this Domestika course, Leona teaches you the basics of acrylic painting so that you can create a huge canvas depicting a colorful jungle. Unleash your creativity and discover a unique approach to painting that is packed with energy!
What will you learn in this online course?
16 lessons & 17 downloads
- 96% positive reviews (52)
- 1,231 students
- 16 lessons (2h 54m)
- 17 additional resources (2 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: French
- French · Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Paint a colorful canvas with acrylics in a "popical" style.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Anyone who wants to paint amazing canvases with acrylics.
Requirements and materials
You don't need any special knowledge to take this course, it's open to everyone!
As for materials, you need a graphics tablet, Adobe Fresco digital painting app (or similar), a linen canvas, flat and chisel brushes, acrylic paint, varnish, and markers (Leona uses Posca brand markers).
Reviews
A course by Leona Rose
Originally from the south of France, Leona Rose is a globe-trotting painter who loves to create her work on huge spaces all over the world. She became known for her large and colorful murals like the ones she created in the Riad Yasmine in Marrakech.
Since then, she has worked for the CeliaB brand, Pierre Frey wallpapers, and Fermob, Pokawa, and Levi's signs. She has also released a children's book: À la recherche des trois flamants roses, published by Little Urban.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Materials and Techniques
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Presenting the Materials
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The Choice of Brushes
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The Painting
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Technique and Gesture
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U3
Developing Your Inspirations
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Identifying Basic References
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Settling into Your Creative Bubble
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Tracing Your Favorite Elements
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Finding Your Color Palette
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U4
From Sketch to Canvas
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Transfer of the Sketch and Format
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Applying Dark Colors
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Adding Touches of Color
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Drawing the Outlines 1
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Drawing the Outlines 2
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Sharing on Social Networks
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FP
Final project
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Introduction to Acrylic Painting: Create a Tropical Canvas
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paillouxa
PlusJ’ai beaucoup aimé ce cours, les explications sont claires et réalisables pour un débutant.
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fleurance60
J’ai apprécié la « simplicité »de l’approche, dans un travail grand format aux couleurs électriques. Entre le douanier Rousseau et Nicky de Saint Phalle. L’enseignement en français est un plus pour moi car traduction parfois pas assez pointue sur autres cours Domestika.
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yoshipram
El curso esta muy bien, pero al final no muestra como pasa de una primera capa de pintura que aun es un poco irregular y translucida al resultado final donde de repente esta muy bien cubierto. Si compro el curso es para ver todo el proceso aunque sea un trozo y a cámara rápida, para ver como ha conseguido esa opacidad...
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missmaria08
Thanks for the key explanations and clarity. That was fun and inspiring.
charlottefloquet
PlusCurso muy bueno
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