Mini-Class
Mini-Class: GOLDEN PORTRAITS IN COLD WAX & OILS
Create Luminous Portraits with Golden Glow
Paint two stunning portraits in oils and cold wax medium on golden acrylic backgrounds. Originally created for Make Create Express 2021 and Soul Gathering 2022, this mini-class teaches you to work with a limited palette and create soft, dreamy layers that radiate warmth and light.
Lifetime Access • 4 Modules • 2 Projects
Two Complete Projects
Follow along to create two beautiful golden portraits, each with unique techniques
Limited Palette Simplicity
Work with a simple color palette—no overwhelming color decisions, just luminous results
Mixed Media Technique
Learn to combine acrylics underneath with oils and cold wax on top for rich, glowing layers
Lifetime Access
Watch and rewatch the lessons anytime, working at your own pace with permanent access
4 Focused Modules
Create two luminous portraits using mixed media: golden acrylics with oils and cold wax
Welcome & Inspiration
Get started and discover the magic of golden portraits
Materials & Golden Palette
Essential supplies and limited palette approach for luminous results
First Golden Portrait
Step-by-step demonstration of creating your first glowing portrait
Second Golden Portrait
Complete another portrait with different techniques and variations
Two Golden Portrait Projects
Follow step-by-step to create two luminous golden portraits
First Golden Portrait
Create an expressive portrait on a golden acrylic underpainting, layering oils and cold wax for a velvety matte glow.
Second Golden Portrait
Build on your skills with another luminous portrait, working with bold shapes and a limited palette for simple elegance.
Everything You Need to Succeed
- Complete mini-class with instant lifetime access
- Two step-by-step portrait painting demonstrations
- Limited palette approach for simple, luminous results
- Mixed media techniques: acrylics, oils, and cold wax
- Downloadable resources and reference images
- Private community forum for questions and sharing
- Direct instructor support via email and community
"If you want to give light to others, you have to glow yourself. These golden portraits taught me that warmth and simplicity can create the most powerful impact."
— Marina TvB
This course includes:
- 12 lessons
- Lifetime access
Meet Your Instructor
Marina Teding van Berkhout
Cold Wax Artist & Instructor
I'm a Dutch professional artist living in the South of France. I love blending figurative work with textured layers that feel soft and dreamy. Cold wax completely changed my creative process, and I'm passionate about making it approachable, joyful, and doable for every artist. These golden portraits were created for two yearlong mixed media programs where I had the honor of being a guest teacher, and I'm thrilled to share them with you in this mini-class.
What Students Are Saying
"Marina teaches in a clear, down-to-earth way. I learned to build layers with confidence and even sold several paintings from what I learned."
Barbara P.
• USA
"The golden portraits are absolutely stunning. The limited palette approach made it so much easier to focus on technique without getting overwhelmed."
Susan K.
• Canada
"I love how Marina breaks down the process. The combination of acrylics and oils creates such a beautiful glow that I couldn't achieve before."
Helen M.
• UK
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this mini-class good for beginners?⌄
Yes! I guide you step by step through both portraits, and you can pause and rewatch whenever you want. The limited palette approach makes it easier to focus on technique.
What supplies do I need?⌄
You'll need oils, cold wax medium, acrylics for the underpainting, basic brushes, and a support. I share my favorite tools and the specific limited palette inside the class.
Can I use just oils or just acrylics?⌄
This technique specifically combines acrylics underneath with oils and cold wax on top. You can paint over acrylics with oils, but not the other way around!
How long do I have access?⌄
Lifetime access is included, so you can return to the lessons anytime and work at your own pace.
Can I ask questions?⌄
Absolutely! You can reach out via the private community forum or email if you need help along the way.
Ready to Paint in Gold?
Join the mini-class and start creating luminous, glowing portraits today.
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