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Your Acrylic University membership will allow you to gain skills, build confidence and thrive artistically - whether you're brand new to art or you're an experienced painter seeking to take the next step. AU members have access to:


  • Engaging LIVE CLASSES Designed For Your Rapid Growth & Encouragement!
  • Monthly Theme-Based WORKSHOPS with Dianna Shyne That Will Inspire You & Propel Your Art Forward!
  • Guest Artist DEMOS & CRITIQUES Learn From Expert Professional Artists So You Can Gain From Their Expertise & Be Inspired By Their Art Journey!
  • A Full Library With Over 300 LESSONS You Can Access Anytime To Discover Deep Insights Into A Wide Variety Of Subjects! 
  • Access To The Exclusive AU Community Of Artist Friends From Around The World - You Will Never Be Alone In Your Artistic Journey Again!


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"Art truly is life saving and being a part of this program really helps me to work on my creative goals on a regular basis."

- Karen A.

INCLUDED IN YOUR MEMBERSHIP

The Journey

Experience an artistic journey like no other! As a member, you'll have access to an incredible weekly schedule of LIVE CLASSES. We host them on Fridays at 10am Pacific Time. If that doesn't work with your schedule you can watch afterwards in The Journey part of your membership. The monthly structure looks like this:

Week 1: Live Workshop w/ Dianna

Each month we explore a new landscape theme together (Golden Hour, Intimate Gardens, Birds of a Feather, etc). On the 1st Friday of each month, we host a workshop with Dianna Shyne based on the current theme. Dianna is a highly skilled artist and wonderful teacher. She has studied under renowned Russian artists like Ron Lukas, William Reese and Del Gish. You will gain deep insights that propel your art forward through her expert instruction and 30+ years of professional experience!

Week 2: Artist's Choice

This is a great way to regularly gain fresh perspective on your artistic pursuit! On the 2nd Friday of each month, we release an exclusive demo with a guest professional acrylic artist. Artists share their favorite techniques, practical insights they've gained, and the secrets of their success as they open their studio and present exclusive content just for us. You will expand your creativity as you hear from a variety of incredible artists and observe their personal art practice. 

Week 3: Discover Your Voice

The 3rd Friday of each month is an engaging session with Jed as he explores different methods you can employ as you are approaching your own artwork. He shares reference photos that are well designed & ready-to-paint scenes. These sessions with Jed are encouraging, educational and inspiring. You will discover your own creative voice and stride forward in confidence as an artist.

Week 4: Critiques

On the 4th Friday we host a critique session based on members homework from the month. Watch as a professional artist analyzes what is working and what could be improved, and then makes those improvements right before your eyes - either on a printed copy of the painting or in digital form. You will gain a framework for seeing your own artwork and being able to improve your design, color, perspective and more!

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"Since joining AU I have painted 27 paintings! 27!  I just cannot stop painting. I don’t really want to clean the house or go anywhere. I just want to paint! I feel like I have learned so much in a short amount of time. I even dream about painting."

- Debbie S.

ALSO INCLUDED IN YOUR MEMBERSHIP

The Library

This is your trove of recorded PREMIUM COURSES and lessons right at your fingertips whenever it works with your schedule. The library currently has 230+ lessons and is constantly evolving and expanding with new content being added regularly.

Acrylic 101: Foundations of Painting

26 Lessons, 4.5 Hours

The definitive guide to painting in acrylics. Creative Encouragements, Professional Instruction, Complete Supply List, EVERYTHING You Need To Start Succeeding With Your Artwork!

Brushes with Paint - Color 101 - Acrylic Painting Course w/ Jed Dorsey

Color 101: Foundations in Color

26 Lessons, 4.5 Hours

In this course, you will learn how to create vibrant, color-filled paintings as well as subtle, nuanced paintings. You will grow in confidence and understanding through hands-on, practical painting & color-mixing exercises.

Design 101: Foundations of Composition

12 Lessons, 3.5 Hours

Dianna shares her incredible knowledge of design fundamentals with Acrylic University members in this amazing course. She takes a deep dive into design elements like perspective and composition and teaches members how to apply it to their paintings.

Masterclass: The Color of Light and Shadow

18 Lessons: 5.3 Hours

If you want to grow in capturing the nuances of light and shadow in your paintings, this is the course for you! Dianna Shyne goes way beyond the basics in this amazing, highly applicable course.

Landscape Modules: Focused, Expert Instruction

85 Lessons: 27.5 Hours

Focused instruction with expert insights so you can learn to paint anything you see in the world around you.

And so much more...

Become a member now and explore the Library yourself! With new content being added regularly, you'll never run out of guidance and inspiration. (For instance, a brand new course on Perspective has just been added!)

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"I have been learning SO MUCH! Wow, mind-blowing. I went to school as an art major but have learned so much more with you guys than I did in school!! My paintings are showing improvement and even tho it's hard and lots of work it gives me something to look forward to each day!"

- Sandi U.

Meet Your Instructors!


JED DORSEY & DIANNA SHYNE

Meet Jed Dorsey

Jed Dorsey has been painting his whole life. A fourth-generation artist, he began his journey in acrylics nearly 20 years ago. His paintings are collected internationally, and he is a sought-after instructor. Jed is passionate about sharing his knowledge and helping others grow in both practical skill and fearless creativity.


Jed's been featured in Plein Air Magazine, International Artist Magazine, HGTV's Good Bones, Blick Art Materials Featured Artists, and much more. He started Acrylic University in 2018.


Meet Dianna Shyne

Multiple award winning artist, Dianna Shyne infuses her paintings with a sense of vitality and life- affirming joy.


Pursuing her passion for art, Dianna Shyne has spent over thirty five years working in acrylic, oil and watercolor. She studied 15 years with renowned Russian Impressionist teachers including Ron Lukas, William Reese and Del Gish.


Dianna has exhibited her work in over 40 solo and two person exhibitions, and won more than a dozen top National awards, Including first place in The Artist’s Magazine 2013 all media competition. Her work is included in publications such as The Artist Magazine, Watercolor Magic and Northlight Books. Dianna’s painting “Americana” was featured in the 2013 edition of “Acrylic Works the Best of Acrylic Painting” published by Northlight Books.

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"I am crazy grateful that you and your team are here, you will never know how much, in fact!  You have been for me, besides my family and friends, a comforting presence in my life.  To have found you and have art brought back into my life has helped me through my stuff.  You have given me some joy to bask in and are helping me keep my feet on the ground."

- Catherine H.

Meet the Community

"If you want to go FAST, go alone. If you want to go FAR, go together."

Join the most vibrant and encouraging community of artists in the world! Being in community is essential to thriving as an artist.

"This year I’ve painted 53+ pieces, which is a RECORD year for me. And it all started with the Landscape Masterclass! It's been a rough year for our family and I could easily have set aside an interest that gives me such joy. Grateful thanks to the AU staff and community for all the encouragement, excellent teaching, cooperative learning, challenges and kind prodding."

- DA Graham

Join the Movement

Join the movement of artists who are already experiencing incredible growth and unlocking their creative potential.


Get Equipped With The Right Tools & Learn Skills & Secrets That Took Me 20 Years To Discover - It's Like Having The Best Seat At One Of My Sold Out Workshops -  At A Fraction Of The Price!

Don't Get Left Out - Enrollment Is Limited!


100% Risk Free 


MONEY BACK GUARANTEE!

We'll take the risk on this.

If you don’t feel that your Acrylic University Membership is worth ten times what you invested, drop us an email within 30 days of your purchase and we’ll refund your money. No questions asked.


Fair enough?


But…

You Must Act Fast!


Time is of the essence. This is a LIMITED OFFER you don't want to miss.


Just imagine feeling CONFIDENT and EXCITED about your painting process.


What impact would that have on your creativity?


What if you were confident that you could paint anything?


Remember, you're incredibly creative and on the verge of massive growth!


To get started with your Acrylic University Membership, simply click on one of the options below and go to the sign up page - then you'll be off to the races!


Once you hit SUBMIT, you'll get instant access to all the courses, lessons and community. Your growth and confidence is just around the corner.


I hope you're as excited as I am. I have personally witnessed hundreds of people thrive creatively through this instruction, and you will be next!


To your painting success,

- Jed Dorsey

  • The Journey (Value: $997): Every month you will receive fresh instruction and insight into new topics that will keep you inspired in every season, including guest artist interviews, demonstrations, monthly critique videos & more!
  • 12 Landscape Modules (Value: $1,788): focused lessons on each of the following subjects - Trees, Atmosphere, Water, Pathways, Flowers, Clouds, Mountains, Nocturnes, Structures, Urban Scenes, Light & Snow. These are in The Library.
  • 7 Premium Courses (Value: $2,987): Acrylic 101, Color 101, Design 101, Primary Palette 101, The Color of Light & Shadow, The Plein Air Adventure, and a course on painting Still Life's! These are in The Library.
  • Bonus #1: Free Resource Photos for Each Monthly Theme (Value: $497) - Inspiration is yours! You can paint & SELL from these hand-selected photos.
  • Bonus #2: Monthly Live Workshops w/ Dianna Shyne (Yearly Value $1,795) - Get expert guidance that will give you deep understanding and growth in skills every month!
  • Bonus #3: Acrylic University Community (Value: Priceless) - Never take another step alone. Friends for your artistic journey.

"The videos inspired me enough to pick up and paint and again and lose myself in the distraction I so desperately needed. The structure, your no pressure style , and your energy spoke to me.  For that, I am so grateful. It provided me with the push I needed, and a bright spot that I now look forward to every day."

- Rita D.

Today, You Can Get All Of This For Just...

MONTHLY

$49/month

* Full Access *
  • AU Membership
  • The Journey Access
  • The Library Access
  • AU Community
  • AU Live Events
  • BONUS: The Journey Archive - Exclusive Access To 9 Months of Previous Lessons, Workshops & More!

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ANNUAL

$497/year

* Save More Than 15% *
  • AU Membership
  • The Journey Access
  • The Library Access
  • AU Community
  • AU Live Events
  • BONUS 1: The Journey Archive - Exclusive Access To 9 Months of Previous Lessons, Workshops & More!
  • BONUS 2: Expert Interview Archive! Get 10 Interviews with Top Artists like Mike Svob, Aimee Erickson, Patti Mollica & More! 

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LIFETIME

$1249/one-time

* Never Pay Again! *
  • AU Membership
  • The Journey Access
  • The Library Access
  • AU Community
  • AU Live Events
  • BONUS 1: The Journey Archive - Exclusive Access To 9 Months of Previous Lessons, Workshops & More!
  • BONUS 2: Expert Interview Archive! Get 10 Interviews with Top Artists like Mike Svob, Aimee Erickson, Patti Mollica & More! 
  • BONUS 3: Special Onboarding Session w/ Jed

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LIFETIME PAYMENT PLAN - THREE MONTHLY PAYMENTS OF $425

Do you need financial assistance?


Times can be difficult and finances tight. If this is your situation yet you still desire to grow in your art, we get it. We want to give as many people as possible the opportunity to grow creatively. Please apply for a scholarship here.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What if I can't attend live events?

    All live events are recorded and can easily be watched on replay, so there's no need to worry about missing an event. We get it. You have a busy life, and sometimes things come up that limit live participation. That is why we have created everything so that you can have access 24/7 to the content you need - and that includes all the replays of live lessons. So feel free to watch them after hours or whenever your time allows - you are never behind!

  • When do classes start?

    The GREAT NEWS about your membership is that you can access all the pre-recorded lessons immediately and work through them at your own pace. There's no need to wait for anything or anybody else. 


    As for the LIVE content, this happens on Fridays at 10am PST. If you can't make it at that time don't worry because the recordings will be available for you to watch and learn when it works with your schedule! 

  • How do I know this is for me?

    Yes, yes, yes! 


    We are happy to say we've had many people with little to no experience come through our instruction! We will walk you through each step of the painting process, starting with what supplies you want to have and why. You will be able to see paintings come together from start to finish and never miss anything because you can pause, stop & rewind as much as you need!

  • Are the lessons good for experienced artists?

    Absolutely, yes! 


    Not only will you be able to be refreshed in the foundational practices that are of great help to every artist, whether beginner or advanced, but you will get an insider look at the secrets both Jed and Dianna have discovered in their 55+ years of painting. Plus, you will get all of the insights they've gained from their own ongoing learning as they have taken myriads of workshops from other master artists.

  • What do I get access to when I join?

    Short answer: A ton!


    Long answer:  

    All 12 of the Monthly Landscape Modules


    But you will also get access to courses:

    • Acrylic 101
    • Plein Air 101
    • Color 101
    • Design 101
    • Primary Palette - Getting to Know Your Essential Colors (mini-course)
    • The Plein Air Adventure
    • Color of Light and Shadow
    • Still Life Course

    And lots of other stuff:

    • Paint-Along Lessons
    • Tips and Hints
    • Frequently Asked Questions Videos
    • Artist Interviews
    • Private Member Community
    • Monthly LIVE Workshops
  • What supplies do I need?

    We give you access to a detailed supply list that will give you all the information you need. You will also have access to videos with helpful information about which supplies to buy and an link to an online art supply store where everything can be purchased. You can start with the supplies you have at home if you want and that’s perfectly fine. Below is a general list of the supplies that are needed to get started:

    • Acrylic Paint
    • Paint Box
    • Palette
    • Canvases
    • Brushes
    • Sketchbook and pencils
    • Value Finder
    • Spray bottle
  • Do I need to be a 'techy' person to participate in Acrylic University?

    You do not need to be a "tech wizard" to participate in our courses. We built Acrylic University on a very user-friendly platform that anyone can navigate. And if you ever have questions or issues, you can contact us at support@acrylicuniversity.com. We are here to help.

  • Can I cancel anytime?

    Yes, absolutely, you can cancel your subscription at any time. 


    If you cancel your subscription within 30 days, we will refund all of your money - no questions asked. We believe strongly in what we do and we want you to be thoroughly satisfied.

  • Do I need to use Acrylic paints?

    The short answer is no. The vast majority of what we teach is foundational to all painting mediums. So, if you wanted to use oils, for instance, you would find most of the main principles are totally applicable to you, but there would just be some differences in technique as the mediums have different properties.


    The longer answer is that while you COULD use a different medium, there are SO many reasons to paint with acrylics!

    1. Water Cleanup: Acrylic paints clean up easily with water. You will never need to expose yourself or others to special solvents or thinners when you are using acrylic paints.
    2. Fast Drying: I love the fact that I can touch my paintings after a short time and not worry about getting wet paint on myself or what's around me. This makes it much easier to store and transport paintings without all the headache you'd have if they were still wet. Also, when I want to make a change to a painting I can do it quickly.
    3. Super Versatile: Acrylic paints can be applied to almost any surface because they adhere so well. They can also be applied very thin and transparent or very thick and impasto-like without having to worry about rules like "thick over thin" because of their quick drying properties. Acrylic paintings are easy to frame because they don't need to be protected with glass.
    4. Cost Effective: Acrylic paints are fairly inexpensive when compared to other mediums. This means that you can paint and practice with freedom without being too concerned about cost.
    5. Travel Easily: Because they are non-toxic and don't require fancy thinners, you can travel the world with your acrylic paints and never worry about boarding a plane with hazardous materials.
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