Gain a better understanding of acrylic painting techniques so you can create more realistic seascape paintings

My clear, detailed and easy-to-follow instructions will take you from start to finish of a large seascape painting, one step at a time. Along the way, I share all the tips, techniques, principles and the mindset that it takes to paint like a pro. My tri-colour method of painting will enable you to tackle any subject, even if you are new to painting, new to acrylics or haven't picked up a brush in years.

You Want to be Able to Paint With Confidence

The Problem is you:

  • Are not sure how to choose and/or mix the right colours

  • Have trouble with blending because acrylic paint dries too fast

  • Can't get the shading and perspective right to make objects appear realistic

  • Want to be able to fix mistakes when things don't go to plan

Right now you might be feeling like this:

  • Your paintings never look the way you imagined them in your head

  • You are afraid to try in case you fail

  • You have lost your confidence because it has been such a long time

What if you could:

  • Discover a systematic process to follow that will get you results

  • Join a friendly, supportive art community where you can get help without fear of judgement

  • Feel confident enough in your abilities to start creating your own unique, standout artworks

  • Prove to yourself that you do have what it takes to become an artist and potentially even sell your work

Stunning seascape paintings are possible for everyone, ever newer painters or those who are new to acrylics

In this course you will master techniques like:

  • The reflection and refraction approach to painting waves that look like you can dive right through them.

  • My tri-colour method for making 2-dimensional images appear 3D

  • Colour mixing, colour matching and using deconstructed colour for more vibrant work

Don't Just Take it From Me

Read what students are saying about this course

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Paint stunning seascapes in acrylics the formula for success

Sharon Dawson

Very informative, easy steps, video makes it easy to stop, paint, review then keep going. Lots of art explanations and how things work, why they work and how...

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Very informative, easy steps, video makes it easy to stop, paint, review then keep going. Lots of art explanations and how things work, why they work and how to change them to suit. Loved it.

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Loved it, has given me the confidence to now do waves and...

Chris Hodder

Would do it again. Loved it, feel passionate about moving forward with my art.

Would do it again. Loved it, feel passionate about moving forward with my art.

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Fantastic information and techniques

Margaret McCulloch

Easy and extensive instructions to follow and I'm now that much more confident to create my own beautiful art pieces. Thank you Jenny

Easy and extensive instructions to follow and I'm now that much more confident to create my own beautiful art pieces. Thank you Jenny

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Great educational course in acrylic painting of seascapes.

Christy Johnson

Very informative, easy to understand classes, can stop, rewind and go back if need to.

Very informative, easy to understand classes, can stop, rewind and go back if need to.

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Awesome!

Judy Ochs

The information in this course is so complete. I really enjoyed your techniques and will always remember how to make a beautiful seascape. Thank You!

The information in this course is so complete. I really enjoyed your techniques and will always remember how to make a beautiful seascape. Thank You!

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Learned a lot. Great course.

Denise Cervelli

Paint stunning seascapes is a great course, well worth the money. I learned a lot about perspective, shadows and refraction, and much more. Jen is great, off...

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Paint stunning seascapes is a great course, well worth the money. I learned a lot about perspective, shadows and refraction, and much more. Jen is great, offering tips and encouragement along the way. I highly recommend it.

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Excellent instructions!

jan mullan

Highly recommended!

Highly recommended!

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Stunning Seascapes in Acrylics

Jackie Bunyan

I thoroughly enjoyed the lessons from Jen. I highly recommend the courses on offer. Jen has a great teaching style and the videos are very easy to follow.

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I thoroughly enjoyed the lessons from Jen. I highly recommend the courses on offer. Jen has a great teaching style and the videos are very easy to follow.

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Paint Stunning Seascape in Acrylics

Mark Rutledge

A great course, thank you Jenny. I learnt a lot.

A great course, thank you Jenny. I learnt a lot.

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The best teacher

janice Banks

An excellent tutorial I learned so much the best on the internet

An excellent tutorial I learned so much the best on the internet

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Meet Your Instructor

Course Creator Jenny Buchanan

Jenny has been working as an artist since 1996. In that time she has won awards, participated in gallery exhibitions and had artworks selected for public display. As an art teacher, Jenny has held in-person classes in acrylics, watercolour and pastels. In her words: “Since launching Blue Beach House Art School in March 2020, I have come to realise that my true gift, as an artist, is being able to communicate everything about painting in a clear and easy-to-understand way, through video lessons. Getting great results for students is about much more than just filming a painting. Demonstrating the process, without being there in person, requires excellent communication skills. That is why I explain both the how and the why of everything, in great detail, both on video and in writing. My teaching style is pretty much straight to the point, very rarely veering off the subject at hand. You won’t hear about what the dog is doing or how clever the grandchildren are (even though they are, of course). It is really all about the painting and about your success as an artist. Art is very personal and sharing your work can feel like you have stepped out onto a large stage. I always offer supportive and constructive (but honest) feedback on your work but only if and when you ask for it. The thing to remember, though, is that if you aren’t brave enough put yourself out there, you will never know how great you can be.”

Each lesson contains art theory and techniques you can use in all your future artworks:

Over the course of completing one large seascape painting I have managed to cover over 35 different aspects of acrylic painting. Each lesson contains not only a video demonstration but also detailed instruction on the 3 important concepts that are demonstrated in that lesson. This is all the background information you need to know to be able to complete your own standout artworks both now and in the future. These are the techniques, tips, art principles and methodology that will move you from copying to creating. I also dig deep into my own painting mindset because I figure the stumbling blocks I have come across in my artistic journey are quite possibly the same ones that you are facing now. If I can share with you how I get my head around the difficult stuff then it may just help you to get that lightbulb moment a bit sooner. Here are just a few of the skills you will master:

  • Blend colours seamlessly

  • Create depth in your painting using perspective

  • Mix and Match colours

  • Use light and shade to make objects appear 3D

  • Transition colours

  • Learn to paint shadows

  • Create a compelling composition

  • Fix mistakes without having to start over

  • Make your whites appear brighter

  • 3 different ways to transfer an image to canvas

3 Ways to Learn

  • Watch the Videos

    Lessons are presented in a video format so you can pause when you need to or watch them again at any time, as often as you like

  • Read the Transcript

    You can download and print a written transcript of each lesson for easy reference while you are painting

  • Extra Resources

    Beneath the videos on the course player screen you will find links to extra exercises and tutorials you can use to perfect your skills

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Extra Support For Your Success

Also included in the Paint Stunning Seascapes course:

  • Personalised help when you need it

    Email me at any time to get private feedback on your work. I can even point you in the right direction by sketching any suggested changes onto a photo of your work

  • Exclusive membership to a private Facebook group

    Our private Facebook group is one of the friendliest and most supportive online communities I have ever come across. You can connect with other students, ask questions, get feedback or just show off your work.

Here is my promise to you

  • 30 Day Money Back Guarantee

    I am dedicated to ensuring your acrylic painting success but this is a program for action-takers. I want you to feel confident that you can put your trust in me so I am making you this promise. If you put in the work, complete the lessons, reach out for help when you need it and I have still been unable to help you improve your painting skills I will gladly refund your course fee.

Key questions that others are asking:

  • What materials do I need?

    You can download a copy of the materials checklist for the course from this page

  • What if I can't start straight away?

    Once you are enrolled you get lifetime access to all the lessons. Start at any time, work at your own pace and return to the lessons as many times as you like.

  • How long are the videos?

    The lessons are broken down into small, manageable size chunks. Each video lesson is about 10-15 minutes long and includes both a video demonstration and detailed information on the techniques and principles covered in that lesson.

  • Can this be completed in oils?

    Many students have completed this course in oils with great success. However, I believe acrylic is the easiest medium to master, particularly for beginners. I would not recommend watercolour for this course

  • I'm a beginner. Will I be able to keep up?

    You can pause and rewind the lessons, slow them down or watch them over again. You can also switch to full screen for a better view. For personalised help you can email me at any time or post your work in our friendly and supportive Facebook group

  • What if I am not very good with computers?

    After you sign up you will receive instructions on how to access your course. In the first chapter a short video tutorial will show you how to find your way around the classroom.

  • I can't draw. Will I be able to do the course?

    In Lesson 1 I show you three methods of transferring your image from photo to canvas. You don't need to be able to draw in order to paint stunning seascapes.

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