What if you could spend time

every week doing what you

LOVE?

Art is great for your mental health and relaxation. It gives you fresh eyes to see the

world. It feeds your soul. It connects you to others.

But...

It can be difficult to paint regularly. You may wonder:

Do I have enough time?

Where do I start?

What supplies do I need?

What will I paint?

You are in luck!

Award-winning artist, Dianna Shyne, has created a 52-Week

Miniature Painting Challenge!

Okay, so what is it?

The Miniature Painting Challenge is a full year of artistic inspiration.

What you'll get:

• 52 Paint-Along Lessons - You'll get a new miniature painting lesson every week for a full year. These will be short, accessible video lessons that ANYONE can follow along with.

• Supply List - You may already have what you need, but in case you don't, we will provide you with an easy-to-order supply list.

• Private Community - You'll be able to access one of the most FUN and ENCOURAGING art communities in the world!

• ​Lifetime access - Don't worry if you don't get everything done in the year. These lessons will be yours for life.

Stay Inspired All Year

You'll learn to paint 52 gorgeous, yet simple and approachable paintings. You can decorate your home with these beautiful works of art or give them away as unique, one-of-a-kind gifts.

Learn from a Professional

Get a new video painting lesson from Dianna Shyne every single week for 52 weeks! Stay inspired and learn quickly as she shares insights and expert tips from 35+ years of experience. Plus, you'll receive plenty of encouragement for your painting journey!

Lifetime Access

Are you busy & worried you'll fall behind? Have no fear. With your purchase you'll gain access for life. There's absolutely no risk of missing out because you can revisit these lessons for years to come.

How will you benefit from the Miniature Painting Challenge?

#2: Not Knowing Where To Start

Each week you'll gain access to a new and inspiring lesson,

so YOU'LL ALWAYS HAVE SOMETHING FUN TO PAINT!

#3: Fear and Insecurity

These simple lessons will help you move past fear into

COURAGEOUS creativity. Art will stop being intimidating,

and it will be LIFE-GIVING!

You will OVERCOME these OBSTACLES to creativity:

#1: Lack of Time

Each lesson is SHORT and DOABLE. They take under 35

minutes to complete, so you can easily fit them into your

busy schedule.

Who is this Miniature Painting Challenge

good for?

• Uninspired Artists - have something FRESH to paint every week!

• ​Young Artists - artistic kids will FLOURISH with these lessons!

• ​Older Artists - these are LIFE-GIVING and fun painting exercises!

• ​Exploring Artists - this is the perfect way to find a NEW PASSION!

• ​Stuck Artists - this is your chance to BREAK THROUGH your obstacles!

• Beginning Artists - Some experience is helpful but it's a great way to DEVELOP consistent painting habits!

• Experienced Artists - there is always something NEW to discover!

In other words, this is

PERFECT FOR YOU!

Here are a few of the paintings you will learn how to paint:

What others are saying:

"Soon to be completed 1 year exploration, and guidance from a gifted instructor. Sharing with others the journey of discovery. It's been lovely and no doubt has changed the way I paint."

Joan T.

"Well, this is a wrap. I have now completed all 52 of Dianna's miniatures! Thank you very much Dianna for these wonderful little gems. I looked forward to every Friday for the past year, yearning to paint one of your delights. Thank you Dianna, you are truly a master!"

Laura-Lee T.

"I loved painting this one! I was hesitant when I found out we had a different instructor but I ended up appreciating her immediately! So much information was given during the video: Paint mixing, brushes, colors, etc...loved it! Watched it twice to make sure I didn't miss anything she was teaching. Thanks to AU for the chance to learn from multiple talented artists."

Christina S.

Will you join me for one full year of painting?

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.

Dianna is an incredible teacher and you'll learn so much from her throughout the year! 

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Let us take the risk on this. If you're not completely satisfied, we will give you a

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Frequently Asked Questions

What supplies will I need?

Please note: Inside the course, we will provide you with a full list that will include links if you'd like to order online.

You will need just a few supplies really.

1. Paint: A limited palette of paints (a yellow, a red, a blue) plus black and white will suffice. There may be a few more colors used periodically, but if you have the basics, you'll be fine.

2. Canvases/panels: All the demonstration paintings will be done on an 6x6 canvas. If there are exceptions, it will be noted. You can, of course, change the size if you want.

3. Brushes: You will need 3 or 4 brushes of various sizes. I generally use 2 or 3 "flat" brushes and one "round" brush for smaller details.

That's pretty much it! Again, you will find a more detailed list in the course.

Do I have to use acrylic paints?

The short answer is no. The vast majority of what's taught is foundational to all painting mediums. So, if you wanted to use oils, for instance, you would find all 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 reason 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.

Are the lessons good for beginners?

Yes, but SOME EXPERIENCE is helpful! We want to be clear: this set of lessons is not primarily a beginner painting course. Some knowledge of your tools and materials and how to use them will aid in your enjoyment of this instruction.

Having said that, these mini-painting lessons are probably one of the easiest entry points for a beginning artist. They are short and don't take too long, so they aren't scary. Plus, you don't have to figure anything out on your own. You'll be able to see each step of the painting process and more - starting with what supplies you want to have and why. The bonus is that by starting and finishing several smaller paintings you will grow so much more than if you had worked an equal amount of time but had only completed a couple larger paintings. Your growth will be exponential as 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!

One of the things that can hinder artists of any level is feeling "uninspired". These short, mini paintings will help you get out and stay out of any rut that tries to slow you down. And they will be a springboard for your own creativity to soar.

What do I gain access to when I join?

You will gain access to one high-quality, professional painting lesson every week for 52 weeks, and you will keep access to those lessons for life, so you can come back and revisit your favorite lessons for years to come :-)

How will I access the lessons?

Your lessons will be accessible 24/7 through any computer or mobile device.

We built our site 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.

What's the 45-Day Guarantee?

If, for whatever reason, you decide you aren't satisfied within 45 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.