Painting Courses and Certifications

Exploring Special Subjects in Roman Wall Painting - Pompeian Mysteries and Beyond

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Discover unique Roman wall paintings beyond architectural styles: mythological scenes, landscapes, daily life, and portraits. Explore the Dionysiac Mysteries and Odysseus's journey.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 7 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Matte Painting: Environments for Film

9 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Learn current industry techniques for creating digital matte painting for features films, from DreamWorks artist Danny Janevski.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 3 hours 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

China Academy of Art

Chinese Painting:The History and Comparison of Chinese Figure Painting（中国画学·中国人物画的春秋与写照）

Delve into traditional Chinese figure painting techniques, from linear brushwork to aesthetic concepts, guided by seven expert professors through demonstrations and historical analysis.

• XuetangX
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

FAST CLASS: Light Painting

Discover essential light painting techniques for stunning night photography, from camera settings to post-processing in Lightroom and Photoshop.

• CreativeLive
• 2 hours 8 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Watercolor Painting of Landscapes

Master watercolor landscape painting through historical analysis, composition techniques, color theory, and practical exercises while developing your artistic vision and creative expression.

• XuetangX
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Oil Painting Creation

Master the fundamentals and advanced techniques of oil painting through practical theories, from realism to abstraction. Develop your artistic vision while exploring various styles and creative approaches to transform life into art.

• XuetangX
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Painting a Still Life

If you’ve been wanting to dive into painting, but don’t know how to begin then join Katie Liddiard as she shows you how to paint a still life. A still...

• Craftsy
• 2 hours 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Introduction to Watercolor Painting with Jade Scarlett

Discover watercolor fundamentals through brush control, color mixing, and wet techniques to create luminous, expressive paintings with confidence and intention.

• CreativeLive
• 2nd Apr, 2026
• Paid Course

Startup Library: Painting With Watercolors

Color your world with watercolors! Join expert Kateri Ewing in this comprehensive beginner’s class as she helps you navigate all the basics. You’ll...

• Craftsy
• 6 hours 4 minutes
• On-Demand
• $69.00

Startup Library: Painting With Acrylic

Everything you need to start painting with acrylic — tools, techniques and more. Ready to take the exciting first steps in acrylic painting? In this comprehensive beginner’s class, esteemed artist...

• Craftsy
• 5 hours 12 minutes
• On-Demand
• $69.00

Startup Project: Acrylic Ink Stain Painting

Continue your artistic journey and master the basics of acrylic stain painting! In this class, the follow-up to

• Craftsy
• 2 hours 9 minutes
• On-Demand
• $39.00

Painting With Water-Based Media: Acrylic, Watercolor & Gouache

Discover the fundamentals you need to start painting with three water-based mediums that are easy to learn and a joy to paint with!

• Craftsy
• 2 hours 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• $39.00

Nature in Watercolor: Painting Trees

Learn essential watercolor techniques. Create vibrant, vivid forestscapes that are a joy to paint.

• Craftsy
• 2 hours 32 minutes
• On-Demand
• $39.00

Painting Trees in Acrylic

Learn essential techniques for painting trees in acrylic. Capture the awe-inspiring qualities of every season in forestscapes that transport viewers to tranquility.

• Craftsy
• 2 hours 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• $39.00

Painting Wildlife: Acrylic & Mixed Media

Learn mixed media techniques to bring the beauty of wildlife to your canvas!

• Craftsy
• 2 hours 47 minutes
• On-Demand
• $39.00