Windows to the Mediterranean - Premiere Acrylic Tutorial with Ginger Cook
Welcome, everyone! Grab your brushes and let's get painting! I am Ginger Cook, a professional acrylic artist who has been painting with and pioneering this medium since its invention. My mission is to help artists of all levels—from absolute beginners to seasoned pros—find their confidence on canvas. Joining me in the studio is my wonderful husband, Jon (aka The Tech Bear), who handles the cameras and websites and has the patience of a saint!
ABOUT THIS LESSON: In this Premiere broadcast, we are exploring the wonderful world of acrylics. Whether this is your first painting or your hundredth, I will be sharing my best tips on color mixing, brushwork, composition, and lighting. We will take it step-by-step!
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LEARN MORE WITH GINGER - OUR ART ACADEMIES: We have an entire ecosystem designed to help you grow as an artist!
1. The Main Academy (PaintingWithGinger.com) This is our core membership site. If you join our Red or Purple levels, you receive Personal Art Coaching. You send me your artwork, and I record a video painting over it digitally to show you exactly where to adjust your highlights and shadows. Plus, our members enjoy a Grandfather Policy—your rate never goes up as long as you never cancel!
2. The Acrylic Art Lounge (AcrylicArtLounge.com) Looking for shorter tutorials under 2 hours? This is the place for you! At $27.95/mo (with Senior & International discounts available), it's a fantastic way to access fresh, monthly lessons.
3. Ginger Cook On Demand (GingerCookOnDemand.com) Want a la carte lessons? No membership required! Just pick, purchase, and download single lessons from the store.
CONTACT THE TECH BEAR: If you have any questions about billing, website access, or just need technical help, Jon is your guy. Reach out via the Contact Us form on our websites.
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