Is This Course For You?

Discover If This Course Is Your Missing Piece

This course is perfect if you feel lost when starting an abstract painting, struggle with creating muddy, undefined color palettes, lack confidence in developing your unique artistic style, and want a structured approach to abstract art. You'll know this course is for you if you're tired of experimental paintings that never quite work, craving guidance from someone who understands your artistic struggles. You want to stop wasting time and materials on unclear techniques, and you're eager to develop a consistent, recognizable abstract style. Ultimately, you dream of creating art that truly expresses your inner vision.

You are in the Right Place If You Are....

  • A burgeoning artist who yearns for a stronger artistic foundation, having never learned the essential 'rules' of art.

  • A representational painter, aiming to transition into the world of abstraction.

  • A novice artist with some experience, frustrated by muddy mixes and the inability to achieve your desired colors.

  • An absolute beginner looking to grasp the basics of art, including color, composition, and abstract painting techniques.

Through this Course You Will...

  • Unlock Your Roadmap to Abstract Painting Success with Proven My 7-Step Formula

  • Create Vibrant, Exactly-as-You-Imagine Colors Every Time

  • Unleash Creative Potential with Diverse Painting Tools

  • Create Depth with Masterful Color Techniques

  • Cultivate Your Creative Painting Mindset

  • Transform Classical Painting Techniques into Abstract Mastery

  • Master Composition with Confidence

  • Know When Your Artwork is Truly Complete

Claim Your Artistic Breakthrough Today

And Transform Your Creative Practice with Bold New Skills

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What Students are Saying

A testimony to the value of this program:  I just sold my first abstract piece of art!


Audrey Markowitz


 Andrea has every requisite skill so critical to being a great teacher; she is inspiring, helpful, and extremely knowledgeable. All her video lessons are excellent; they are objective oriented and easy to understand.  Her exercises on color were more meaningful than anything I’ve ever read or learned before; they really helped me to understand how to use and mix color.  Taking this course has opened the door to a whole new world of possibilities as it relates to abstract art...and I love it! A testimony to the value of this program: I just sold my first piece of art!

TESTIMONIALS

“I now look at paintings…mine and others…in a new way. Too many art classes simply teach/reflect the style of the teacher in place of core principles and encouragement to craft one’s own style. ”

Jan Patterson

“I had never painted before, but Andrea made it so easy to get started. The demonstration videos walk you through Andrea's process but also encourage you to experiment, step out of your comfort zone and find what works for you. I have really enjoyed the group critiques that pull everything together. They are a supportive forum for getting feedback on your work and a space where you can ask questions if you’re feeling stuck or want to learn more about materials, or process. Andrea has such a generous spirit and shares her wealth of knowledge and experience in ways that really help you grow as an artist. After taking this class, I feel like I now have concrete foundational skills and principles that have really built my confidence.”

Alexia Lewnes

“Andrea is a phenomenal teacher who has a gift to teach the technical aspects of painting and encourage you to find your own voice as an artist. I have grown in my work from her support, encouragement, as well as her kind and meaningful constructive critiques of my work.”

Kat Winegar

“Andrea Cermanski’s online course “Abstraction Beyond Boundaries” opened doors I wouldn’t have recognized on my own. There are many art teachers out there… I’ve found so many since beginning my dive into post-retirement art. Many are very good, but Andrea rises to the top of my list not only because she is a strong art guide, but also because she knows how to teach. Her course and online presence is not a standard “how to” but rather a suite of lessons, demonstrations, examples, and practice that help an artist to see, to witness, to experiment, to assess. And to seriously have fun doing it.”

Mary Ellen

“I am an absolute beginner in the visual arts in general, and certainly in abstract acrylic painting! I was afraid I would not have the basic tools to take an online painting class, but this was not the case. Andrea’s class is an brilliant collection of video demonstrations and lectures (starting with the bare basics and progressing to how to tell if a painting is done), live on-line critiques, and homework. I learned enough to create paintings while having fun! Andrea has so much expertise in teaching, she makes it look effortless. Shecreates a safe and exciting environment to learn for beginners, as well as intermediate painters. I feel inspired to continue!”

Tina Carlson

“"Best investment I ever made"”

Debra Gilsoul

“I now look at paintings…mine and others…in a new way. Too many art classes simply teach/reflect the style of the teacher in place of core principles and encouragement to craft one’s own style. ”

Jan Patterson

“I had never painted before, but Andrea made it so easy to get started. The demonstration videos walk you through Andrea's process but also encourage you to experiment, step out of your comfort zone and find what works for you. I have really enjoyed the group critiques that pull everything together. They are a supportive forum for getting feedback on your work and a space where you can ask questions if you’re feeling stuck or want to learn more about materials, or process. Andrea has such a generous spirit and shares her wealth of knowledge and experience in ways that really help you grow as an artist. After taking this class, I feel like I now have concrete foundational skills and principles that have really built my confidence.”

Alexia Lewnes

“Andrea is a phenomenal teacher who has a gift to teach the technical aspects of painting and encourage you to find your own voice as an artist. I have grown in my work from her support, encouragement, as well as her kind and meaningful constructive critiques of my work.”

Kat Winegar

“Andrea Cermanski’s online course “Abstraction Beyond Boundaries” opened doors I wouldn’t have recognized on my own. There are many art teachers out there… I’ve found so many since beginning my dive into post-retirement art. Many are very good, but Andrea rises to the top of my list not only because she is a strong art guide, but also because she knows how to teach. Her course and online presence is not a standard “how to” but rather a suite of lessons, demonstrations, examples, and practice that help an artist to see, to witness, to experiment, to assess. And to seriously have fun doing it.”

Mary Ellen

“I am an absolute beginner in the visual arts in general, and certainly in abstract acrylic painting! I was afraid I would not have the basic tools to take an online painting class, but this was not the case. Andrea’s class is an brilliant collection of video demonstrations and lectures (starting with the bare basics and progressing to how to tell if a painting is done), live on-line critiques, and homework. I learned enough to create paintings while having fun! Andrea has so much expertise in teaching, she makes it look effortless. Shecreates a safe and exciting environment to learn for beginners, as well as intermediate painters. I feel inspired to continue!”

Tina Carlson

“"Best investment I ever made"”

Debra Gilsoul

Course curriculum

    1. Welcome to Abstraction Painting Beyond Boundaries!

    2. Overview of the Modules

    3. About My Beyond Boundaries Blueprint: 7 Steps to Bold Abstract Art

    4. PDF: Course Assignment Packet

    5. Course Overview

    6. PDF: Supply List

    7. PDF: Beyond Boundaries Blueprint

    8. POSTER: Beyond Boundaries Blueprint

    9. Where Are You Now?

    1. Brief History of Abstract Painting

      FREE PREVIEW

    2. Beginner's Basics: Learn About Acrylic Painting Supplies

    3. How to Make a Glass Palette

    4. Beginner's Basics: How to Care for Acrylic Painting Supplies

    5. Beginner's Basics: Brush Marks & Techniques Overview

    6. POSTER: Basic Brush Marks

    7. Elements of Art Slideshow

    8. PDF: Elements of Art Vocabulary Sheet

    9. Mindset for Abstract Painting

    10. ASSIGNMENT: Reflection 1

    1. Color Terms

    2. How to Create a Tint & Shades Chart

    3. ASSIGNMENT: Color Charts

    4. Tint & Shade Chart

    5. How to Make a Neutrals Chart

    6. Neutrals Chart

    7. Mix Any Color You Want Demo

    8. Mix Any Color You Want Assignment

    9. Color Scheme Slideshow

    10. ASSIGNMENT: Color Scheme Thumbnail Sketch

    11. Color Scheme Thumbnail Assignment

    12. Painting Demo: "Start with Shapes" Method & Complementary Color Scheme

    13. Paint with Shapes Assignment

    1. POSTER: Composition Types

    2. Composition Slideshow

    3. ASSIGNMENT: Composition Exploration

    4. Composition Exploration Assignment

    5. Painting Demo: Abstract Floral Landscape with Diagonals & Low Horizon Composition/Triadic Color Scheme

    6. Abstract Floral Landscape with Diagonals & Low Horizon Line

    1. Painting Demo: Creating a Balanced Painting with Analogous Color Scheme & Rule of Thirds Focal Point

    2. ASSIGNMENT: Putting it All Together

    3. Putting it All Together Assignment

    1. How to Use Acrylic Gel Mediums

    2. Cells with the Rubbing Alcohol Technique

    3. Gesture Painting

    4. How to Apply Gold Leaf

    5. How to do Drip Painting

    6. How to Create an Acrylic Glaze

    7. Collage & Mixed Media Textures

    8. Reductive Painting Methods

    9. How to Add Various Textures to Your Surface

    10. Mark-Making Tools Overview

    11. Mark-Making Tools Demonstration

    12. PDF: List of Mark-Making Tools

    13. ASSIGNMENT: Compelling Details

    14. Compelling Details painting

About this course

  • 71 lessons
  • 8 hours of video content

What You Get

  • PDFs to Guide Your Learning

    You’ll also get access to several beautifully designed PDFs, all created to deepen your understanding and enhance your learning experience.

  • Lifetime Access

    Get lifetime access to the course and any updates to the modules.

  • Posters

    Receive a printable PDF Color Composition Poster with vibrant illustrations to hang in your studio and use as a handy reference tool.

What Students are Saying


I have my first painting show arranged at a gallery!


Cynthia Holling-Morris

I can't recommend Andrea's course strongly enough. It feels like it's so easy to find good instruction about representational painting, but really hard to find good instruction about abstraction.


Andrea breaks down the basics and techniqeus beautifully. I've been working with her for about a year and a half now, and I have my first painting show arranged at a gallery right now. I am so grateful to Andrea. It's been a wonderful experience-can't recommend it highly enough.

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Bonus material

  • Zero-Cost Creativity: Making Art with What You Have PDF Guide

    $29

    Ready to unlock the artist's wonderland hiding in your kitchen drawers? "From Kitchen to Canvas" reveals the secret superpower of those everyday items you already own. That crumpled aluminum foil? It creates dreamy cloud textures. Your trusty potato masher? It's actually a geometric pattern genius. And that old credit card in your wallet? It's about to become your favorite mark-making tool. This playful guide shows you how to transform ordinary household items into extraordinary art tools, because creativity doesn't need an expensive art store receipt – just your imagination and maybe that oddly-shaped spatula you never use. The best part? It's absolutely free, because we believe art should be accessible to everyone (even if you spent your art supply budget on groceries this week!).

  • Paint at Your Pace: Custom Art Schedules for Every Lifestyle

    $19

    Think you need a fancy art studio and endless free time to become an artist? (Don't worry, you can keep the coffee addiction!) We've created a flexible way to learn abstract art that fits into your real life - even around those meetings that definitely could have been emails. Whether you've got eight hours a week to paint or just one peaceful hour to escape into creativity, we've got a schedule that works for you. From our relaxed 6-month journey to our energetic 4-week adventure, you'll learn everything you need - just at your own perfect pace. Because your artistic dreams shouldn't have to wait for "someday when I have time."

  • Where Inspiration Blooms: Creating Your Own Art Studio Haven

    $29

    Transform your home into a space that fuels your creativity! Whether you’re working at the kitchen table or carving out a dedicated studio, this guide has everything you need to design an efficient, inspiring workspace—no matter your budget. Discover tips and tricks to set up a creative environment that helps you focus, stay organized, and let your imagination thrive.

Bonus material

  • Paint Your Path: A Strategic Guide to Art Supplies for Every Budget

    $29 value

    Ready to start painting but drowning in endless supply options? (And wondering why some brushes cost more than your dinner?) "Paint Your Path" is your friendly GPS through the art supply maze, showing you exactly what to buy whether your budget is "instant ramen" or "fancy restaurant." We've done the research, tested the products, and created clear supply lists for every price point - so you can stop stress-scrolling through art store reviews and start actually painting. Because your creative journey should start with confidence, not confusion (or an empty wallet). Grab this free guide and turn that art supply overwhelm into excitement to create!

  • Bridging Realism: 5 Transformative Painting Exercises EBOOK

    $29

    Stuck between wanting to loosen up and feeling tethered to realism? "Bridging Realism to Abstraction" is your step-by-step pathway from precise representation to creative freedom. Through 5 carefully crafted exercises, you'll discover how to transform your existing skills into abstract expression - no artistic identity crisis required! Whether you're a detailed photographer, precise sketcher, or traditional painter ready to explore new territory, these exercises create a safe bridge to abstraction. Because breaking free doesn't mean abandoning your skills - it just means learning to see them differently.

Abstract Painting is Harder Than It Looks

If you find yourself struggling to start an abstract acrylic painting, getting stuck midway, or accidentally mixing muddy colors, you’re not alone!

Abstract painting can feel deceptively simple at first, but many artists quickly realize it’s more challenging than they expected. Issues like muddled colors, uncertainty about what to do next, and not knowing when a piece is finished are all too common.

That’s where my abstract acrylic painting course comes in! This course is designed to tackle the biggest challenges artists face. You’ll discover a variety of creative techniques and tools that will elevate your abstract paintings, making them truly unique and impactful. From experimenting with innovative approaches to mastering professional color mixing, this course will give you everything you need to create bold, expressive art. With engaging slides to build your art vocabulary and step-by-step demonstration videos, you’ll gain the confidence and skills you need to create bold, expressive abstract art with ease.

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