Building your base
We start with a textured layer using lots of different texture tools, building the foundation of the painting.
Abstract Flowers in Cold Wax & Oils
Paint lush abstract flowers with oils and cold wax medium.
Free Class · Cold Wax & Oils
Curious about cold wax? Come paint flowers with me.
Grab your oils and cold wax medium and come paint with me. In this free lesson, I’ll walk you step by step through creating a rich, textured abstract flower painting.
Maybe you’ve heard about cold wax and you’re curious. Maybe you already own a jar but aren’t sure where to begin. This class is the perfect way in: one painting, three simple stages, and a captivating medium.
All you need is curiosity and a willingness to experiment.
Start anytime, work at your own pace, and enjoy lifetime access. This is a self-guided class, but you can always reach out by email with questions.
My 3-step method
This is what we’ll do together
Three simple stages, with everything explained as we go.
Adding some colour
The next layer is full of colours. Don't think of the subject yet, just play and experiment.
Finding the flowers
We find beautiful abstract flowers in our 'busy' background, and add a bit of pan pastel for interest.
Inside the class
What you’ll take with you
- Understand how cold wax medium behaves
- Build texture with palette knives, scrapers and a variety of tools
- Layer instead of forcing a predetermined result
- Discover a whole new way of working creatively
- Prefer French or Dutch? Every lesson is translated, with subtitles on all videos.
Meet your instructor
Marina Teding van Berkhout
Artist & instructor
I’m Marina, a Dutch professional artist living in the south of France. I created this free lesson because I’d love for you to discover the cold wax medium! There’s something magical about letting go of perfection, picking up a palette knife, and just playing. Cold wax opened up a whole new world of painting for me, and I want you to experience that same creative freedom.
Look what you can create
Student work 💙
Questions?
Frequently asked
Is this really free?+
100%! No credit card, no hidden costs. I made this lesson as a gift because I believe everyone deserves to experience the joy of painting. It's yours to keep forever.
Do I need any experience?+
Not at all. I'll walk you through every single step. If you can spread butter on toast, you can work with cold wax. Seriously, just come as you are.
Is this class just for oils + cold wax?+
Yes, this class is designed specifically for oils with cold wax medium, so everything is geared to slow drying time and lush, layered texture.
What supplies do I need?+
The basics: oil paints, cold wax medium, a few brushes, a palette knife, and a canvas or panel. I'll give you the full supply list inside the lesson, nothing fancy or expensive needed.
How long do I have access?+
Forever. Once you're in, the lessons are yours for life. Come back whenever you want, many students tell me they rewatch the demo every time they paint flowers.
Keep painting with me
The Texture Lab membership
If you loved this free class, join The Texture Lab for fresh lessons, creative prompts, and warm support to keep your art practice moving.
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Grab your paints, pour a coffee, and let’s create something beautiful together.