Course Overview
Acrylic painting is a vibrant and contemporary medium that offers endless possibilities for creative expression. Known for its quick drying time, bold colours, and versatility, acrylics are ideal for artists who enjoy experimenting with modern techniques and dynamic compositions.
The Short Term Certified Course in Modern Acrylic Painting Techniques at Art Mania Worldwide Studio is specially designed for students who love to explore colour, texture, and expressive painting styles. This course helps learners develop confidence in handling acrylics while building strong artistic foundations through practical exercises and guided projects.
Students will learn how to observe nature, understand composition, and create visually striking artworks using modern acrylic methods, including palette knife work and impasto techniques.
What You Will Learn
Foundation & Artistic Concepts
- Introduction to the History of Painting
- Freehand Drawing and Warm-up Exercises
- Understanding Composition, Form, Line, and Silhouette
- Basics of Perspective and Spatial Understanding
- Exploring Texture, Light, Shade, and Tonal Values
- Enhancing Visual Observation Skills
- Developing Balance, Rhythm, and Proportion in Art
- Learning to fill the frame creatively and effectively
Acrylic Painting Techniques
- Working with Acrylic Mediums
- Understanding and handling brushes and palette knives
- Colour mixing and blending techniques
- Creating texture and layered effects
- Surface preparation and finishing techniques
- Exploring modern and expressive painting styles
Acrylic Painting Module
Students will create artworks in the following subjects:
- Still Life Painting
- Landscape Painting
- Composition Studies
- Perspective-Based Paintings
- Figurative Art
- Abstract Art
- Devotional Art
- Portrait Painting
- Palette Knife Techniques
- Impasto Techniques
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive:
- 20–24 Beautiful Masterpieces created during the course
- Certificate of Completion from Art Mania Worldwide Studio
- Opportunity to participate in Art Mania Worldwide Studio's Online Art Exhibition
- A platform to showcase artwork globally and gain recognition as an artist
Discover the joy of colour, texture, and expression, and develop your creative voice through Modern Acrylic Painting Techniques with Art Mania Worldwide Studio.
Course Curriculum
The course is structured across 12 weeks (3 months), with 2 sessions per week, each lasting approximately 60–90 minutes.
Week 1–2 Foundation & Materials
- Introduction to oil paints — types, consistency, and quality
- Understanding your canvas: priming and surface preparation
- Brushes and tools — selection, care, and technique
- Color theory: primary, secondary, and complementary colors
- First practice: basic strokes and color mixing exercise
Week 3–4 Underpainting & Layering
- Monochromatic underpainting (grisaille technique)
- Wet-on-wet vs. wet-on-dry layering approaches
- Building form and volume through tonal values
- Introduction to glazing for depth and luminosity
- Practice project: Basic still life (fruit / objects)
Week 5–7 Landscape Painting
- Skies: clouds, sunset, and atmospheric perspective
- Painting trees, foliage, and greenery
- Water reflections and ripple effects
- Light and shadow in outdoor scenes
- Complete landscape project (countryside/seascape)
Week 8–10 Still Life & Composition
- Principles of composition — rule of thirds, golden ratio
- Painting textures: glass, ceramic, metal, and fabric
- Advanced color mixing — neutrals, shadows, highlights
- Palette knife techniques for impasto effects
- Final still life project
Week 11–12 Final Project & Exhibition
- Student chooses an original composition to execute
- Guidance and individual feedback sessions
- Varnishing, framing, and presentation of artwork
- Portfolio building tips
- Virtual Exhibition participation & Certificate Award
Arpitaa Mitra
Founder, Art Mania Worldwide Studio
Visual Artist
Former Principal
Art Therapist
25+ Yrs Experience
Arpitaa Mitra is a Noida-based visual artist with a vibrant passion for experimenting with colors and artistic forms. Her academic background includes a Postgraduate degree in Economics and a Sangeet Prabhakar in Vocal Music.
She dedicated over 25 years as a teacher, school principal, and coordinator in reputed senior secondary institutions across Delhi. As a certified Art Therapist, she uses creative expression to help people heal, grow, and discover their potential.
Her paintings have earned her several awards and accolades, and she continues to actively exhibit across India and internationally.
Student Reviews
Nisha Mahajan
★★★★★
"Mrs Arpita teaches her students with great enthusiasm and explores their hidden talent. I have learnt various forms of art — pencil sketches, charcoal, warli art, madhubani, acrylics and oil on canvas. She believes in quality rather than quantity."
Anoushka Saha
★★★★★
"I love my training at Art Mania because of individual attention and learning of new techniques in each class. Different styles of drawing and painting keep me interested. It provides a platform to showcase my talent regularly and keeps me motivated."
Suguna Sree
★★★★★
"I had never held a paint brush before. Mrs. Arpita convinced me that everyone has an artistic side and in no time I was making comprehensible paintings. She has introduced us to a wide variety of painting styles. Thank you for all the support!"
Modern Acrylic Painting Techniques
🎨 3 Months Certificate Course
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