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Paint Your Own Happiness

A Creative Wellness Program for Groups:

Acrylic painting meets emotional wellness in this ready-to-use group program. Easy to lead, uplifting to experience, and deeply rewarding for participants.

 

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Paint Your Own Happiness

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A First-of-its-Kind Journey:

Master Acrylic Painting and Self-Art Therapy in One Course. 
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Program Overview

Paint Your Own Happiness is a unique, ready-to-use group program that blends beginner-friendly acrylic painting with the reflective practices of self-art therapy.

Designed for use in wellness workshops, community centers, libraries, and senior living environments, this program helps participants build creative confidence while supporting emotional well-being, stress relief, and personal expression—all through painting.

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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

🖌️ Creative Beginners
Perfect for adults or seniors who are curious about acrylic painting or looking for a relaxing, non-intimidating creative outlet. No prior art experience needed.

🎨 Growing Artists
Ideal for participants with some painting experience who want to try new techniques and use art as a tool for reflection, purpose, and personal growth.

💖 Wellness Seekers
A great fit for those navigating stress, life transitions, or emotional challenges—this program offers a gentle, art-based approach to mindfulness and self-discovery.

What You’ll Get

🎥 Engaging Acrylic Painting Lessons
Participants follow step-by-step video tutorials that introduce essential painting techniques in a calm, beginner-friendly way—no artistic background required.

📝 Thoughtfully Designed Printables and Workbook Activities
Includes journaling prompts, reflection exercises, and art therapy-inspired worksheets to deepen the creative process and encourage emotional insight.

🌿 A Structured, Reflective Experience

This program blends painting, relaxation, and personal reflection into a thoughtful self-paced journey—making it a valuable creative wellness tool for any group setting.

Key Benefits & Outcomes

Foundational Acrylic Painting Skills
Participants build confidence through beginner-friendly lessons in brushwork, layering, blending, and color use—skills that empower creative expression.

Stress Relief and Emotional Wellness
This program uses calming painting exercises and reflective activities to help reduce anxiety, support emotional release, and promote mental clarity.

Mindfulness Through Art
Participants learn how to express and explore emotions using color, composition, and mark-making—no prior art or therapy experience required.

Guided Creative Exploration
Structured prompts, journaling activities, and painting exercises support personal insight and encourage self-expression in a safe, supportive format.

Skills That Last Beyond the Program
Participants walk away with lasting tools for creativity and emotional care—practices they can continue independently long after the program ends.

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What’s Included

When you enroll, you’ll receive immediate access to all course materials, including:

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

Participants will learn the basics of acrylic painting through clear, structured video lessons—ideal for both independent learning and group sessions.

  • Understand acrylic properties, essential tools, workspace setup, and foundational techniques

  • Practice brushwork, palette knife techniques, color mixing, and creating depth and perspective

  • Follow demonstrations on popular subjects like clouds, foliage, and water reflections

Extensive Library of Printables & Worksheets:

The program includes a wide range of ready-to-use materials to support both individual and group learning:

  • Acrylic paint properties chart and brush technique practice sheets

  • Color wheel templates, perspective guides, and composition planning tools

  • Limited palette challenges and troubleshooting checklists to build confidence and ensure painting success

Artist Workbook & E-Book:

Includes printable workbook pages with art therapy-inspired prompts and reflection exercises to support emotional exploration through painting.

  • Pages 3–28 feature journaling prompts that encourage self-expression, stress relief, and creative insight

  • Planning sections (page 37 onward) help participants develop a personalized, ongoing self-art therapy practice

  • Also includes Relax and Paint: 100 Inspiring Acrylic Prompts for Stress-Free Creativity—a bonus resource offering adaptable ideas for continued painting exploration

Hands-On Exercises & Challenges:

Participants stay engaged through a variety of practical painting exercises—perfect for structured group sessions or independent exploration.

  • Activities include swatch card creation, color-based studies, and emotion-inspired abstract painting

  • Each challenge encourages experimentation, self-expression, and skill-building at any experience level

Flexible, Self-Paced Learning:

Designed for maximum flexibility, this program allows participants to move through the content at their own pace—making it easy to implement in both structured group settings and independent use.

  • Materials are available 24/7 with lifetime access

  • Perfect for recurring workshops, open studio time, or self-guided creative sessions

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Program Access & Pricing

Affordable, All-Inclusive Licensing for Groups


We believe creativity and emotional wellness should be accessible to everyone. That’s why Paint Your Own Happiness is priced as a one-time purchase with no ongoing fees, subscriptions, or hidden costs.
 

Group Access License


● Standard Rate: $397 USD per organization
● Limited-Time  Offer: 30% Discount – Now Only $277 USD
This license includes lifetime access to all program materials for your organization’s use—whether you serve ten participants or a hundred.

What's Included

  • 10 self-paced modules with painting video lessons, journaling prompts, and printable worksheets
  • Immediate access to all content—no live facilitation or scheduling required
  • Lifetime use within your organization
  • Flexible implementation in group or individual formats 

 

Why It's A Smart Investment
Compared to hiring a live instructor or building a wellness program from scratch, Paint Your Own Happiness offers a cost-effective, ready-to-use solution that supports creativity, emotional well-being, and engagement in your community or workplace. 

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Why Choose Paint your Own Happiness for your organization?

Comprehensive Program
A complete curriculum that blends beginner-friendly acrylic painting instruction with self-reflective, art therapy-inspired practices—designed to support both creative and emotional development.

Flexible Implementation
Use it in group workshops, open studio sessions, or self-guided formats. No special training or scheduling required—facilitators and participants can engage at their own pace.

Cost-Effective and Scalable
For just $277 (limited-time offer), your organization receives lifetime access with no recurring fees, making it a highly affordable alternative to custom programming or live instruction.

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Ready to Bring the Benefits of Art to Your Group?

Paint Your Own Happiness is a complete creative wellness program that blends beginner-friendly acrylic painting with reflective, self-guided art therapy practices. It’s designed to support relaxation, creativity, and emotional insight—no prior art experience needed.

Here’s what makes it ideal for your organization:

  • No experience required – Perfect for beginners and returning artists alike

  • Self-paced format – Easy to implement in workshops, community events, or independent use

  • Printable resources & video instruction – Everything you need in one ready-to-use program

  • Immediate, lifetime access – Use the program as often as you like

  • 7-day money-back guarantee – Try it risk-free

Now available for a limited time at just $277 per organization.

Make creativity and well-being more accessible than ever—bring Paint Your Own Happiness to your community today.

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Meet Samantha Couste, the founder of Acrylic Arts Academy. With a Bachelor’s degree in Art, years of in-person teaching experience, and certification as an Art Therapy Practitioner, Samantha is passionate about helping people discover the joys of painting and the calming power of self-expression.

 

She’s also the author of Essential Knowledge for Acrylic Painting Beginners, sharing her accessible, down-to-earth teaching style with aspiring painters worldwide. Samantha believes painting shouldn’t just be fun; it can also offer a soothing way to cope with life’s challenges.


Rooted in kindness and encouragement, her lessons blend professional acrylic. techniques with mindful creativity—ensuring that students not only learn to paint but also find personal growth and happiness along the way.


At Acrylic Arts Academy, Samantha’s mission is clear: make art education easy to understand, approachable, and welcoming for everyone. Let her guide you on a. vibrant journey of color, technique, and self-discovery—one brushstroke at a time!

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Program Curriculum Overview

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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