Is This Course For You?

Before I tell you more about the program, let's see if you are a good fit.

You are right for Abstraction Beyond Boundaries if you're tired of struggling with muddy colors, looking for a clear starting point for your paintings, and eager to develop your unique abstract style. If you want to feel inspired every time you step into your studio and gain confidence with every brushstroke in your creative journey, this course is tailor-made for you.

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 painting techniques.

  • An enthusiastic painter eager to connect with an art community and receive constructive input from a veteran artist and peers via critiques.

At the End of this Course You Will Have...

  • Discovered an Effortless Path to Begin Painting with My Four-Step Abstract Art Method

  • Unlocked the Secrets to Mixing Your Desired Colors with Ease

  • Mastered the Art of Mixing and Applying Tints and Shades to Add Depth to Your Paintings

  • Discovered the Artistic Power of Multiple Painting Tools and Mediums for Captivating Effects

  • Aced the Craft of Composition

  • Fostered a Mindset for a Productive Abstract Painting Journey

  • Applied Representational Painting Principles to Abstraction for Exceptional Artistry

  • Recognized the Completion and Quality of Your Paintings

Get Started on Your Journey to Abstract Mastery Today

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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!"

 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!-Audrey Markowitz

TESTIMONIALS

“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

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

    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. How to Make a Neutrals Chart

    5. Mix Any Color You Want Demo

    6. ASSIGNMENT: Color Scheme Thumbnail Sketch

    7. Color Scheme Slideshow

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

    1. POSTER: Composition Types

    2. Composition Slideshow

    3. ASSIGNMENT: Composition Exploration

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

    1. Painting Demo: Creating a Balanced Painting

    2. ASSIGNMENT: Putting it All Together

    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

About this course

  • 60 lessons
  • 8 hours of video content

What You Get

  • Critiques

    Get FREE access into my community for 3 months, which includes monthly group critiques and bonus demos.

  • Lifetime Access

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

  • Free Posters

    Get a printable PDF color Composition Poster with illustrations that you can hang in your studio and utilize as a reference tool, and other beautiful PDFs designed to increase your learning.

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Bonus material

  • 2 Months Access to My Community

    $48 value

    Get the opportunity to ask questions and get feedback from me and other students in our small, personalized online critiques.

ACCESS TO GROUP CRITIQUES

Gain exclusive entry to my community upon purchasing the course, where I conduct online critiques and Q&A session every three weeks. 

This is where you put the techniques you've learned into action. Engage in group critiques and receive valuable feedback from me, and fellow creatives who are on this abstract acrylic painting journey alongside you.

Come prepared to share the painting you're currently working on during our critiques. Embrace the chance to discuss both your achievements and obstacles. Many students find it incredibly empowering to discover that others face similar challenges and to learn innovative ways they're applying the course lessons creatively.

Join us in this collective growth as artists—we're thrilled to embark on this journey together!

We can’t wait to grow together as artists!

Abstract Painting is Harder Than It Looks

If you struggle with how to start an abstract acrylic painting, get stuck often, or keep mixing mud, then you are not alone!

Abstract painting might seem easy at first, but many soon discover it's more challenging than expected. Dealing with muddy colors, uncertainty about the next steps, and not knowing when the painting is complete are common issues.

Enter my abstract acrylic painting course! It's designed to tackle the main challenges students face – color and composition. I'll guide you to master professional color mixing, introduce six captivating composition types, and provide you with various techniques and tools to make your abstract paintings truly stand out. Through engaging slides covering art vocabulary and multiple demonstration videos, you'll have all the resources needed to navigate the world of abstract painting with ease.

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