Paint a scene from every US state in one year!

Learn to Paint Beautiful, Diverse Landscapes Through a Year of Weekly Painting Lessons

with Jed Dorsey!

Join award-winning artist, Jed Dorsey, on a virtual art trip around the United States of America. You'll receive weekly lessons for 52 weeks - one from each state plus two surprises!

"I have grown SO MUCH. I love that it causes me to paint things I would never paint otherwise."

- Sandra Willoughby

Would you LOVE an ADVENTURE in ART this year

and GROW in your SKILLS

at the same time?

Well, of course!

Painting 12: West Virginia - "Golden Falls"

Because if you're like me, you LOVE art, and you LOVE adventure. Exploring new

places and being creative is so life-giving, right?

That's what got me dreaming!

See, I wanted to do something that would be

both FUN and INSPIRING for artists.

So I started dreaming...

"What kind of art trip could I go on 

and bring ALL MY ARTISTIC FRIENDS with me that would be fun, inspiring, and doable?"

Painting 20: Tennessee - "Knoxville Beauty"

The "Paint Across America" Challenge is a full year of artistic inspiration and adventure.

How will YOU benefit from the

"Paint Across America" Challenge?

#2: From

STUCK

to

MOTIVATED!

Painting 16: Georgia - "Carters Lake"

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

from a NEW ADVENTURE, so YOU'LL ALWAYS HAVE

SOMETHING FUN TO PAINT!

#3: From

FEARFUL

to

CONFIDENT!

Painting 32: Kansas - "Fields of Gold"

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: From OVERWHELMED to

INSPIRED!

Painting 17: Florida - "Key West"

Each lesson is SHORT and DOABLE. They take about 45

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

busy schedule.

What You'll Get :

• ​52 Short, Doable Lessons - This virtual art trip will traverse across the entire United States, touching upon each state for a painting lesson.

• Fresh Inspiration Weekly - You WILL be able to have an adventure in art this year, and it will be delivered to you EVERY WEEK.

• ​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 me, Jed Dorsey, every single week for 52 weeks! Stay inspired and learn quickly as I share insights and expert tips from my 20+ 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.

Painting 41: New Mexico - "Mesilla Valley Stillness"

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!

"The Paint Across America Challenge has been one of the most fun challenges I've ever done! Thank you, Jed!"

- Judy P.

"I'm brand new to painting, I found this challenging but so much fun to paint with Jed! First time painting rocks, a building and trying Jed's method of trees.  I cannot wait to see how much I grow through this challenge! 

I'm taking my kids along the journey with me too and we are studying the state of the week as part of our homeschool! So excited!"

Rachel O.

"I love that each miniature in the challenge has so much substance in the lesson that can be practiced quickly and often.  It is such a brilliant concept in learning."

Brenda G.

"The was such a DELIGHT to paint, thank you Jed! I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to add dappled light to these buildings as you see in small towns all across the nation. I feel a warm sunny summer day, Sunday dinner wafting from the house, a hungry family counting their blessings. A barbecue in the back yard…..count me in!"

Gail H.

You Are Going to Flourish on This Artistic Journey!

Painting 46: California - "Fading West"

Will you join me for one full year of painting?

You are creative. Yet it's easy to get stuck or feel

uninspired. The truth is, we all need a boost every once

in a while.

That's what this painting challenge is all about.

Every week for one full year, I'll be releasing one short

painting lesson appropriate for artists of ANY skill level.

It's going to be a ton of fun and I can't wait to have you be part! 

45-Day "Happy Artist" Money-Back Guarantee

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

full refund. No questions asked.

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.

Can I sell the paintings I create in the course?

Yes! I just ask that you give me credit as the original creator.

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.

A few more paintings you will learn how to paint: