Classes

April 14, 2026

This Class Teaches You How To Paint Realistic Flowers in Watercolor (Even if You Think You Can’t)

With springtime flowers in full bloom, it’s hard not to be inspired by the blossoming daisies, tulips, and so much more. If you’ve ever looked at a flower and wished you could paint it, you’re not alone. Painting blooms is a great way to celebrate nature’s beauty. But where do you start? If putting pigment on paper seems like an impossible feat, it’s not.

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March 24, 2026

This Relaxing Online Class Is a Fun and Educational Way To Make Nature-Inspired Art

Painting can be serious business, but it doesn’t always have to be. Sometimes, it can be a fun and carefree way to let your creativity shine. That might feel intimidating, but with My Modern Met Academy’s online classes, you’ll get step-by-step instructions and feel confident in your new skills. For a class that’s got a pleasing paint-along feel while still being educational, look to Dappled Light: Learn Abstract Painting with Acrylics.

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February 24, 2026

5 Drawing Fundamentals That Will Help You Be a Stellar Sketcher

Drawing is the foundation of art. When you can learn to draw, it becomes a well of creative possibilities. But becoming a stellar sketcher takes practice. Even if you don’t view yourself as a great drawer, the truth is that, like most things in life, you just need to put in the time to improve. It begins by mastering the fundamentals.

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February 3, 2026

Realism or Abstraction? You Don’t Have To Choose in This Online Art Class

When thinking about artistic styles, realism and abstraction are at opposite ends of the spectrum. One is representational while the other prizes emotional impact. It might seem like you have to choose one or the other when working on a piece of art, but not according to Dimitra Milan. She has a style she’s coined “abstract realism,” which combines elements of both approaches to create a cohesive image.

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