Texture Medium & First Layers
We mix texture medium into the acrylics (Heavy Gel Medium or similar) and build textured first layers with a few simple tools.
Textured Mini-Flowers in Acrylics
Paint six little flower paintings, full of layers and texture.
Mini Class · Acrylics & Texture Medium
Looking for a fun, low-pressure way to play with colour and texture?
This mini class is created in acrylics, using a texture medium to build beautiful layers (I used a heavy gel medium, any similar product works just as well).
You can also paint along in oils and cold wax using the same layering technique, just a different medium.
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.
Watch the intro
See what you'll create in 3 steps
Watch a quick peek at what you'll be painting in this mini class, from your very first textured layers to charming little flower paintings full of colour and personality.
My 3-step method
This is what we'll do together
Three simple stages, with everything explained as we go.
Colour Palettes & Layering
We choose a strong, limited palette and build lively, layered backgrounds until they feel just right.
Flower Paintings & Finishing
We turn those textured backgrounds into small flower paintings and finish with expressive details.
Acrylics & texture medium
Heavy gel or any texture medium, a few simple tools, and paper.
Perfect for everyone
Beginner-friendly and guided step by step the whole way.
Six little paintings
You finish a cohesive mini-series in your own palette.
Yours forever
Lifetime access, repaint in new palettes anytime.
Prefer French or Dutch? Every lesson is translated, with subtitles on all videos.
Inside the class
What you'll take with you
- Create textures with acrylics using your preferred medium, for example Powerwax, Heavy Gel Medium, or another acrylic medium.
- Transform abstract layers into charming flower paintings by painting intuitively.
- Add mixed-media details like collage, scribbles, and powders for expressive results.
- Finish a cohesive mini-series of flower paintings in your own palette.
Meet your instructor
Marina Teding van Berkhout
Artist & instructor
I'm Marina, a Dutch artist living in the south of France. Cold wax and oils are my first love, and I'm endlessly inspired by layers, texture, and the happy surprises that appear while painting. In this class we use that same layered approach with acrylics and texture medium.
Students
What painters are saying
“Marina clearly describes her step-by-step process, making textures with fun tools, and encourages you to play, experiment and find your own style.”
“Marina is so talented and gracious, sharing her cold wax process in both oil and acrylic.”
“Loved all of the courses I did with Marina. She is an excellent teacher.”
Look what you can create
Student work 💙
Questions?
Frequently asked
Which medium can I use for this class?+
Heavy gel medium or another acrylic texture medium works perfectly. The same layered approach also translates to cold wax and oils if you prefer.
Do I need experience to take this class?+
No. It's beginner-friendly and I guide you step by step through layering, texture, and intuitive painting.
What supplies do I need?+
Acrylic paints, a texture medium, a palette knife or scraper, a few texture tools, and mixed-media paper or a sketchbook.
Can I use oils instead of acrylics?+
Yes. The demo uses acrylics, but cold wax and oils work beautifully with the very same techniques.
Can I work on canvas?+
Absolutely. Paper is recommended for this small format, but canvas or board work too.
Is this only about flowers?+
Not really, the techniques apply to abstracts, portraits, and lots of subjects. Flowers are just a joyful way to learn them.
How long do I have access?+
Lifetime access. Revisit the lessons anytime and repaint in new palettes whenever you like.
Keep painting with me
The Texture Lab membership
If you loved this mini class, join The Texture Lab for fresh lessons, creative prompts, and warm support to keep your art practice moving.
View membershipReady to paint some flowers?
Grab your acrylics and texture tools and let's paint together.
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