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How to Paint a Portrait in Acrylics

Master Flawless Acrylic Portraits With Professional Techniques

Lifetime Access    3-Hour Masterclass

What You Get

  • 3-Hour Online Masterclass with Lifetime Access

  • Esteemed Artist Dimitra Milan as Your Instructor

  • Watch On-Demand from Anywhere, on Any Device

Plus FREE Bonus Material

  • FREE 30-Day Social Posting Plan to help you grow your audience
  • FREE 90-Minute Workshop “How to Create Art that Sells"

 

Only $27 Plus Lifetime Access!

From Beginner to Advanced

What You Will Learn

In How to Paint a Portrait in Acrylics, you’ll learn to create expressive portraits that go beyond likeness to tell a deeper, emotional story. Master the art of layering to speed up your painting process, mix beautiful skin tones, and bring vibrancy to your work with bold colors. Our expert instructors will guide you in developing your unique style, using confident brushstrokes and loose expression. With professional techniques for achieving accurate proportions, you’ll never have to worry about creating cartoony art—your portraits will capture both likeness and soul every time.

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Soul-Stirring Portraits

Learn to create an expressive painting that transcends portraits into a profound, emotional story.

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Acrylics Techniques
Speed up your painting with layering methods, mix beautiful skin tones, and master using bright colors.
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Artistic Voice

Discover how to unlock your unique style and technique with acrylics using bold brushstrokes and loose expression.

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Realistic Proportions
Never worry about cartoony art with professional techniques to achieve accurate proportions every time.

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A Note From Your Instructor

Hey Artist,

What if you could paint meaningful portraits that spark conversations in every room you hang them?

This Masterclass takes your acrylic painting techniques to new heights—at any skill level.

My name is Dimitra Milan, and I’m your instructor!

As a professional artist, my unique portraits have captivated collectors worldwide since I was just 15 years old.

In this Masterclass, you learn my little-known methods of creating realistic acrylic portraits that tell profound stories. You’ll see how to mix enchanting skin tones and vibrant colors that leap from the canvas.

I’ll even show you how to nail your proportions without fail in EVERY painting.

Get ready to paint a portrait that’s professional enough to sell.

I can’t wait to see you in class!

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Thousands of Happy Students and Counting

Join thousands of happy students who have transformed their creativity through our online art classes, Masterclasses, and The Mastery Program. Over the years, we've empowered artists of all skill levels worldwide to master new skills and achieve their artistic dreams!

44,119+ Happy Thriving Art Students
119+ Countries With Our Students
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Creative Works by Our Students

Students in our How to Paint a Portrait in Acrylics masterclass create expressive, emotionally rich portraits while mastering the key techniques of acrylic painting. With step-by-step guidance, they learn to mix skin tones, layer colors, and bring their subjects to life through bold brushstrokes and accurate proportions. Each portrait reflects the artist’s growth, as they experiment with composition, color dynamics, and personal style to convey the depth and character of their subjects. These works often become standout pieces in students' portfolios, showcasing their ability to create compelling, lifelike portraits that tell a captivating story.

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About Milan Art Institute

Shine Your Art.
Change The World.

Founded in 2008, the Milan Art Institute is the hub of a growing art revolution. Our Institute provides community, inspiration, and education to students all over the world. Our Mastery Program has taught and helped over 5,000 students launch thriving art careers. The Milan Art Institute teaches oil painting, drawing, and mixed media techniques through our immersive learning process. From novice to professional, we help artists pursue their passion and turn it into a profitable career.

Never Alone

Connect and Learn Together!

In The Mastery Program, you'll enjoy group coaching sessions and connect with fellow students globally through our social learning platform, Milan Art (formerly Art Social). This exclusive space fosters collaboration, allowing you to share insights and support each other throughout your artistic journey. Discover artists NEAR you and all over the world to form valuable professional connections. Join the waitlist and become part of a vibrant community committed to artistic growth and collaboration!

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