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Paint Your Own Happiness – The Complete Acrylic Painting Course Online

A First-of-its-Kind Journey:

Step-by-step acrylic painting lessons online designed for beginners. Discover mindful painting, stress relief, and expressive creativity — all in one transformative course.

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Paint Your Own Happiness

with Acrylic Arts Academy

A First-of-its-Kind Journey:

Master Acrylic Painting and Self-Art Therapy in One Course. 
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Painting for Stress Relief, Mindfulness & Creative Growth

This isn’t just another painting tutorial. Paint Your Own Happiness combines structured online acrylic painting classes with painting as a therapy practice — helping you relax, recharge, and express yourself through art.
Unlike quick tutorials or expensive art schools, this course blends painting for beginners with the calming benefits of mindful painting and creative mindfulness.

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Here's What People Love about Paint Your Own Happiness

"I've improved as an artist. My creative side has helped me through some difficult times lately, and now I have the ability to paint through my emotions."

"I would absolutely recommend this course and already done so! This is a great course for a beginner or anyone starting over in their painting journey. I'm only a little over halfway through and I've already learned so much!" 

Who It’s For

Beginner-Friendly Acrylic Painting Lessons Online 

Beginners wanting easy acrylic painting lessons online.

Hobbyists seeking expressive acrylic painting techniques and fresh inspiration.

Adults looking for a supportive, self-paced painting course at home.

Anyone interested in exploring painting for relaxation, mindfulness, and stress relief

What You’ll Get

Step-by-Step Online Acrylic Painting Classes

 

Video Tutorials – Learn brushwork, blending, layering, and popular subjects like trees, water, and reflections.

Printable Guides – Color wheels, brush technique sheets, composition templates, and perspective charts.

Flexible Learning – Access your online painting classes anytime, at your own pace.

Relax and Paint eBook & Workbook – With 100 creative prompts and self-art therapy exercises.

Hands-On Projects – From skill drills to expressive acrylic painting exercises.

Key Benefits & Outcomes: 

Why Choose This Acrylic Painting Course Online?

By the end of the course, you’ll:

  • Build solid acrylic painting skills taught in professional acrylic painting classes online
  • Experience painting for stress relief and relaxation through guided art practices
  • Gain confidence as you explore mindful painting and creative expression
  • Develop lifelong habits of using painting as therapy and mindfulness for personal growth
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What’s Included

These modules make this one of the most comprehensive online acrylic painting classes for beginners and adults available today.

Step-by-Step Video Tutorials (Painting-Focused):

  • Learn acrylic properties, essential tools, workspace setup, and foundational
    techniques.
  • Practice brushwork, palette knife techniques, color mixing, perspective, and
    more.
  • Follow guided demonstrations on popular subjects like clouds, foliage, and water
    reflections.

Extensive Library of Printables & Worksheets:

  • Acrylic Paint Properties Chart and Brush Technique Practice Sheets.
  • Color Wheel Templates, Perspective Cheat Sheets, Composition Guides.
  • Limited Palette Challenges and Troubleshooting Guides for easy painting
    success

Artist Workbook & E-Book:

  • Artist Workbook pages (3–28) featuring art therapy prompts, plus planning
    sections (page 37+) to establish your self-art therapy routine.
  • Relax and Paint: 100 Inspiring Acrylic Prompts for Stress-Free

Hands-On Exercises & Challenges:

  • From creating swatch cards to painting abstract emotion-based pieces, you’ll stay
    engaged with practical assignments at every turn.

Flexible, Self-Paced Learning:

  • Go at your own speed, revisit topics anytime, and access your materials 24/7.
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Pricing Information

Accessible Pricing for Every Artist


Embark on a transformative experience with the Paint Your Own Happiness acrylic painting course online — thoughtfully designed to blend creative skill-building with mindful self-expression.

Course Pricing 

Standard Enrollment Fee: $397 USD
 â—ŹAccessible Pricing Today: $197 USD


One-time payment. Lifetime access included. No subscriptions.
We believe creativity should be affordable without sacrificing quality. That’s why Paint Your Own Happiness is offered at an accessible price — while still delivering the value and structure you’d expect from professional online acrylic painting classes.


Exceptional Value Compared to Traditional Art Education

Investing in your artistic growth doesn’t have to mean overwhelming costs.
Top art schools charge over $35,000 per year in tuition alone.


A single university painting class can cost $1,200–$2,900+, not including fees and materials.
Online platforms often charge monthly subscriptions without lifetime access.


By comparison, Paint Your Own Happiness offers a complete, self-paced acrylic painting course online — with step-by-step video lessons, printables, and guided projects — all for just $197 accessible pricing.

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In contrast, the Paint Your Own Happiness course offers:

  • Comprehensive Curriculum – In-depth modules covering acrylic painting techniques alongside supportive self-art therapy practices.
  • Flexible Learning – Full access to all course materials from the comfort of home, at your own pace, with unlimited replays.
  • Accessible Investment –Paint Your Own Happiness offers a complete, self-paced acrylic painting course online — with step-by-step video lessons, printables, and guided projects — all for just $197 accessible pricing.
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Ready to Paint, Relax & Discover Joy?

Start today with Paint Your Own Happiness, the most supportive and beginner-friendly acrylic painting course online.

  • Perfect for acrylic painting lessons for beginners, adults, and seniors
  • Affordable compared to other acrylic painting classes 
  • Practical painting techniques & creative prompts—develop your skills while exploring
    mindful creativity.
  • Designed by Acrylic Arts Academy, trusted worldwide
  • Instant access to all course materials so you can start right away.
  • 7-day money-back guarantee—join risk-free!

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Meet Your Instructor

Learn with Acrylic Arts Academy

Samantha Couste is the founder of Acrylic Arts Academy, dedicated to making art education approachable and inspiring for all. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Art, has years of teaching experience, and is a certified Art Therapy Practitioner.

Through her acrylic painting classes online, YouTube tutorials, and step-by-step lessons, Samantha has guided thousands of students worldwide in discovering the joy of painting.

She created Paint Your Own Happiness to make painting accessible to everyone — from total beginners to adults and seniors looking for a supportive online acrylic painting course. Her mission is clear: painting should not only be fun, but also a source of stress relief, self-confidence, and daily happiness.

 

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Course Curriculum

Module 1: Introduction to Acrylic Painting

  • Lesson 1: Understanding Acrylic Paints and Their Properties.

  • Lesson 2: Essential Materials and Tools.

  • Lesson 3: Setting Up an Ideal Workspace

  • Lesson 4: Preparing the Surface for Acrylic Painting.

  • Lesson 5: Basic Acrylic Techniques to Get Started.

  • Lesson 6: Introduction to Painting as a Relaxation Practice.

Module 2: Color Theory and Mixing Techniques
  • Lesson 1: Basics of Color Theory
  •  Lesson 2:   Color Mixing Techniques and Practice.
  • Lesson 3: Developing Color Harmony in Your Painting.
  • Lesson 4: Exploring Color Psychology in Art Therapy. 
Module 3: Foundational Techniques and Brushwork
  • Lesson 1: Brush Techniques for Acrylics
  •  Lesson 2:  Using Palette Knives for Texture.
  • Lesson 3: Blending and Transitioning Techniques.
  • Lesson 4: Expressive Mark-Making for Emotional Release.
Module 4: Commonly Requested Techniques for Popular Subjects
  • Video 1: How to Paint Realistic Clouds.
  • Video 2: How to Paint Trees and Foliage.
  • Video 3: How to Paint Water and Reflections.
Module 5: Creating Depth and Perspective
  • Lesson 1: Introduction to Depth and Perspective.
  • Lesson 2: Shading and Light Effects in Acrylics.
  • Lesson 3: Building Layers for Depth..
  • Lesson 4: Using Painting for Guided Visualization and Reflection.
Module 6: Composing and Finalizing Artwork
  • Lesson 1: Composition Essentials.
  • Lesson 2: Final Details and Finishing Touches.
  • Lesson 3: Varnishing and Preserving Your Acrylic Art.
Module 7: Introduction to Art Therapy Basics
  • Lesson 1: Understanding Art Therapy.
  • Lesson 2: The Role of Self-Expression in Art Therapy.
  • Lesson 3: Developing a Personal Art Therapy Practice.
Module 8: Self-Art Therapy Techniques Through Painting
  • Lesson 1: Using Color for Emotional Expression.
  • Lesson 2: Visualizing and Releasing Emotions Through Abstract Painting.
  • Lesson 3: Guided Painting for Reflection and Insight.
  • Lesson 4: Creating a Visual Journal.
Module 9: Incorporating Art Therapy into Daily Life
  • Lesson 1: Creating Art for Stress Relief.
  • Lesson 2: Mindfulness and Painting.
  • Lesson 3: Painting for Personal Growth and Goal Setting
  • Lesson 4: Creating a Visual Journal.
Module 10: Reflecting and Moving Forward
  • Lesson 1: Reflecting on Your Art Therapy Journey.
  • Lesson 2: Maintaining an Art Therapy Practice Beyond the Course.
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Course Curriculum

Module 1: Introduction to Acrylic Painting

  • Lesson 1: Understanding Acrylic Paints and Their Properties.

  • Lesson 2: Essential Materials and Tools.

  • Lesson 3: Setting Up an Ideal Workspace

  • Lesson 4: Preparing the Surface for Acrylic Painting.

  • Lesson 5: Basic Acrylic Techniques to Get Started.

  • Lesson 6: Introduction to Painting as a Relaxation Practice.

Module 2: Color Theory and Mixing Techniques
  • Lesson 1: Basics of Color Theory
  •  Lesson 2:   Color Mixing Techniques and Practice.
  • Lesson 3: Developing Color Harmony in Your Painting.
  • Lesson 4: Exploring Color Psychology in Art Therapy. 
Module 3: Foundational Techniques and Brushwork
  • Lesson 1: Brush Techniques for Acrylics
  •  Lesson 2:  Using Palette Knives for Texture.
  • Lesson 3: Blending and Transitioning Techniques.
  • Lesson 4: Expressive Mark-Making for Emotional Release.
Module 4: Commonly Requested Techniques for Popular Subjects
  • Video 1: How to Paint Realistic Clouds.
  • Video 2: How to Paint Trees and Foliage.
  • Video 3: How to Paint Water and Reflections.
Module 5: Creating Depth and Perspective
  • Lesson 1: Introduction to Depth and Perspective.
  • Lesson 2: Shading and Light Effects in Acrylics.
  • Lesson 3: Building Layers for Depth..
  • Lesson 4: Using Painting for Guided Visualization and Reflection.
Module 6: Composing and Finalizing Artwork
  • Lesson 1: Composition Essentials.
  • Lesson 2: Final Details and Finishing Touches.
  • Lesson 3: Varnishing and Preserving Your Acrylic Art.
Module 7: Introduction to Art Therapy Basics
  • Lesson 1: Understanding Art Therapy.
  • Lesson 2: The Role of Self-Expression in Art Therapy.
  • Lesson 3: Developing a Personal Art Therapy Practice.
Module 8: Self-Art Therapy Techniques Through Painting
  • Lesson 1: Using Color for Emotional Expression.
  • Lesson 2: Visualizing and Releasing Emotions Through Abstract Painting.
  • Lesson 3: Guided Painting for Reflection and Insight.
  • Lesson 4: Creating a Visual Journal.
Module 9: Incorporating Art Therapy into Daily Life
  • Lesson 1: Creating Art for Stress Relief.
  • Lesson 2: Mindfulness and Painting.
  • Lesson 3: Painting for Personal Growth and Goal Setting
  • Lesson 4: Creating a Visual Journal.
Module 10: Reflecting and Moving Forward
  • Lesson 1: Reflecting on Your Art Therapy Journey.
  • Lesson 2: Maintaining an Art Therapy Practice Beyond the Course.
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