Module 01
Introduction to Texture Medium & Acrylics
Your complete introduction to texture medium and heavy gel medium, and how they transform your acrylic painting practice. The basics of this exciting mixed-media technique.
Textured Acrylics — The Basics
Create stunning textures and depth in your acrylic paintings.
Full Class · Acrylics & Texture Medium
Love the look of cold wax, but prefer to work in acrylics?
This step-by-step class guides you through adding depth, rich layers, and unique textures to your acrylic paintings, using texture medium or any heavy gel medium.
You get all the gorgeous layered, scraped, mark-making look of traditional cold wax and oils, but with the speed and ease of acrylics: water-based, fast-drying, no solvents.
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.
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The full curriculum
What's inside the class
Six modules that build from the basics into three complete projects, plus a set of bonus demonstrations to keep inspiring you after the class is done.
Module 02
Tools of the Trade
Everything you need to know about palette knives, bowl scrapers, brayers, stencils, and the best surfaces for textured acrylic painting.
Module 03
Technique Toolbox
Your complete guide to every textured acrylic technique: scraping, layering, embedding, mark-making, using powders, collage, and so much more.
Module 04
Abstract Squares
Put your new skills into practice. Paint beautiful abstract acrylic paintings, each focusing on different techniques and colour palettes.
Module 05
Lush Landscape
Paint a stunning textured acrylic landscape. Learn how to create atmosphere, depth and interest with layers of medium and acrylic paint.
Module 06
Flourish Flowers
Create gorgeous floral acrylic paintings. Build beautiful flowers with layers of medium, acrylic paint, and expressive mark-making.
Bonus
Bonus · Five Texture Demos
Five bonus texture-medium demonstrations showing different approaches, colour palettes, and techniques to inspire your own textured paintings.
Who it's for
This class is for you if…
- You want to experiment with layers and textures but worry about creating a muddy look
- You love the effects of cold wax and oils but prefer the fast-drying, eco-friendly qualities of acrylics
- You're looking for a versatile mixed-media solution for unique textures without long drying times
- You've seen beautiful textured acrylic paintings online and want to learn the techniques behind them
Inside the class
What you'll take with you
- Achieve oil-like effects with acrylics, the layered, textured look of cold wax and oils without the complexity
- Work with texture medium or heavy gel medium, no long waits for layers to dry, a quicker more dynamic process
- Master every essential technique: scraping, layering, embedding, mark-making, stencils, and more
- Build stunning depth without creating mud, exactly when and how to add each layer
- Paint abstracts, landscapes, and florals, three very different projects for a complete foundation
- Prefer French or Dutch? Every lesson is translated, with subtitles on all videos.
Meet your instructor
Marina Teding van Berkhout
Cold wax artist & instructor
I'm Marina, a Dutch professional artist living in the south of France. I love textured acrylic painting because it gives me everything I adore about cold wax, the layers, the textures, the happy accidents, but with the speed and ease of water-based materials.
Whether you're completely new to textured acrylic painting or an experienced painter looking for fresh techniques, I've designed this class to give you a solid foundation. I'll show you everything I know, step by step, layer by layer.
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.”
“These classes shed a whole new attitude to oils for me, making them so much less intimidating.”
Look what you can create
Student work 💙
Questions?
Frequently asked
What is texture medium and how does it work with acrylics?+
Texture medium (also called heavy gel medium) is a thick, paste-like additive you mix with acrylic paints to create lush textured layers and beautiful matte surfaces. It dries fast, cleans up with water, and gives you the layered, scraped, mark-making look of traditional cold wax, but with acrylics.
Is this class suitable for beginners?+
Absolutely. The class is designed as a complete introduction to textured acrylic painting. I start from the very beginning, which tools to use, how to prepare your surface, how to mix the medium with acrylics, and every technique you'll need.
Can I use oils instead of acrylics?+
This class is designed specifically for acrylics with texture medium. If you'd rather work in oils with cold wax, check out my Cold Wax & Oils — The Basics class.
What tools and supplies do I need?+
Acrylic paints, a heavy gel or texture medium, palette knives, a bowl scraper, a brayer, stencils, and rigid panels or cradled boards. I give a complete supply list with brand recommendations in Module 2, Tools of the Trade.
How fast does the medium dry compared to oil-based cold wax?+
Much faster. Because the medium is water-based, it dries significantly quicker than oil-based cold wax. Depending on layer thickness, you can usually continue working within hours rather than days.
Is textured acrylic painting only for abstract artists?+
Not at all. The technique is fantastic for abstracts but equally beautiful for figurative work, landscapes, florals, and portraits.
How long do I have access to the class?+
Forever. Once you enrol, the lessons are yours for life. Many students rewatch the technique demonstrations every time they start a new painting.
Keep painting with me
The Texture Lab membership
If you loved this class, join The Texture Lab for fresh lessons, creative prompts, and warm support to keep your art practice moving.
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