Building the Texture
We mix Powerwax (or Heavy Gel Medium) into the acrylics and build rich, textured base layers. This is the foundation, it doesn't look like much yet, but it's where the magic begins.
Textured Flowers in Acrylics
Paint gorgeous layered flowers with texture, colour, and joy.
Free Class · Acrylics & Texture Medium
Do you love flowers and colour, but your paintings feel stiff?
Join me in this free class and learn how to create textured floral paintings using Powerwax or any heavy gel medium. Easy, playful, and beginner friendly.
I’ll guide you step by step through a beautiful abstract flower painting using the layering technique and negative painting for gorgeous textures.
No experience needed, no pressure, just time to play.
Start anytime, work at your own pace, and enjoy lifetime access. This is a self-guided class, but you can always reach out by email with questions.
My 3-step method
This is what we’ll do together
Three simple stages, with everything explained as we go.
Layering Colour
We add layers of beautiful colour, building depth and interest. Each layer responds to the one before, and the painting starts to come alive.
Painting the Flowers
Using negative painting, we bring the flowers forward from the background. No drawing needed, the shapes emerge naturally from the layers you've already built.
Inside the class
What you’ll take with you
- Build layers with Powerwax or heavy gel medium
- Use negative painting to bring flowers forward from the background
- Layer colour for depth and interest
- Let a painting grow without forcing it
- Prefer French or Dutch? Every lesson is translated, with subtitles on all videos.
Meet your instructor
Marina Teding van Berkhout
Artist & instructor
I’m Marina, a Dutch professional artist living in the south of France. I created this free lesson because painting with cold wax medium changed everything for me. Then I discovered I could do the same with acrylics, and I love sharing my findings with you. Whether you’re a complete beginner or you’ve been painting for years, join me.
Look what you can create
Student work 💙
Questions?
Frequently asked
Is this really free?+
100%! No credit card, no hidden costs. I made this lesson as a gift because I believe everyone deserves to experience the joy of painting. It's yours to keep forever.
Do I need any experience?+
Not at all. I'll walk you through every single step. If you can spread butter on toast, you can work with Powerwax. Seriously, just come as you are.
Is this class just for acrylics?+
Yes, this class is designed specifically for acrylics with Powerwax, so everything is geared to water-based materials and fast drying time.
What supplies do I need?+
The basics: acrylic paints, Powerwax, a few brushes, a palette knife, and a canvas or panel. I'll give you the full supply list inside the lesson, nothing fancy or expensive needed.
How long do I have access?+
Forever. Once you're in, the lessons are yours for life. Come back whenever you want, many students tell me they rewatch the demo every time they paint flowers.
Keep painting with me
The Texture Lab membership
If you loved this free class, join The Texture Lab for fresh lessons, creative prompts, and warm support to keep your art practice moving.
View membershipReady to paint flowers?
Grab your paints, pour a coffee, and let’s create something beautiful together.