Comprehensive Course
TEXTURED PORTRAITS IN OILS OR ACRYLICS
Textured Portraits in Acrylics & Powerwax
Learn to paint expressive, textured portraits using Powerwax and acrylics. This comprehensive course covers drawing basics, colour mixing for skin tones, and guides you through four complete portrait projects — from monochrome studies to mixed-media creations. The acrylic alternative to Fabulous Faces.
Lifetime Access • 7 Modules • 3 Projects
Water-Based Medium
Get oil-like texture and depth with Powerwax and acrylics — no solvents, easy cleanup
Expression Over Realism
Focus on capturing personality and emotion through texture and colour, not photorealism
4 Complete Projects
Progress from monochrome studies to full-colour and mixed-media portraits
Drawing Included
Comprehensive drawing module means you don't need prior portrait drawing experience
7 Comprehensive Modules
Progress from fundamentals to finished paintings with clear, structured lessons
Drawing Basics
Master facial proportions, features, and expressive portrait drawing fundamentals
Colour Mixing for Skin
Learn to mix natural skin tones, shadows, and highlights with acrylics and Powerwax
Project 1: Monochrome Portrait
Build confidence with a single-colour study focusing on values and form
Project 2: Coloured Portrait
Apply full colour techniques to create a vibrant, layered portrait
Bonus: Mixed Media Portrait
Incorporate rust powder, collage, and mixed-media elements for experimental results
Four Portrait Projects
Apply your skills to create three beautiful paintings
Monochrome Portrait
Master values and form with a single-colour portrait study using Powerwax and acrylics.
Coloured Portrait
Apply full colour techniques to create a vibrant, layered portrait with depth and character.
Mixed Media Portrait
Experiment with rust powder, collage, and mixed media for unique, textured portrait results.
Everything You Need to Succeed
- 4 comprehensive modules plus bonus with lifetime access
- Over 5 hours of step-by-step video instruction
- 4 complete portrait projects from monochrome to mixed media
- Drawing basics and facial proportion training
- Skin tone colour mixing techniques
- Mixed-media and collage methods
- Private Cold Wax Creative Community on Facebook
- Direct email support from Marina
"Portraits don't need to be perfect — they need to be expressive. This course teaches you to capture the soul, not just the face."
— Marina TvB
This course includes:
- 0 lessons
- Lifetime access
Meet Your Instructor
Marina Teding van Berkhout
Cold Wax Artist & Instructor
I'm Marina, a Dutch professional artist living in the South of France. I created this course for acrylic painters who want to explore portrait painting with the beautiful textures that Powerwax makes possible. My teaching philosophy: give yourself permission to play, experiment, and find your own voice.
What Students Are Saying
"This course gave me the confidence to paint portraits. The drawing module alone was worth the price. Marina is an amazing teacher."
Maria T.
• Spain
"I love that I can get these beautiful textured effects with acrylics. Powerwax is incredible and Marina explains everything so clearly."
Diane L.
• USA
"The mixed media project was my favourite. I never knew I could create something so expressive and personal."
Christine B.
• Belgium
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the same as the Textured Portraits (Oils) course?⌄
Similar projects and approach, but this version uses Powerwax and acrylics instead of cold wax and oils. Perfect if you prefer water-based media.
Do I need drawing skills?⌄
No! Module 1 covers drawing basics and facial proportions from scratch. You'll be portrait-ready before starting the painting projects.
What is Powerwax?⌄
Powerwax is a water-based cold wax medium by Powertex. It works with acrylics to create the same textured, matte effects as traditional cold wax with oils.
How long do I have access?⌄
Lifetime access for the duration of business operation. Work at your own pace and revisit lessons anytime.
Can I get help and feedback?⌄
Yes! Join the private Cold Wax Creative Community on Facebook to share work and connect with fellow artists. Marina also provides direct email support.
Ready to Paint Expressive Portraits?
Join artists worldwide creating beautiful textured portraits with Powerwax and acrylics.
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