Comprehensive Course
POWERWAX & ACRYLICS - THE BASICS
Master Powerwax & Acrylics from the Ground Up
Discover the fundamentals of water-based cold wax painting with Powerwax and acrylics. This comprehensive course covers all essential techniques — scraping, layering, embedding, mark-making, and stencils — through 6 modules and 3 stunning projects. Achieve oil-like effects with water cleanup.
Lifetime Access • 7 Modules • 3 Projects
Oil-Like Effects
Achieve the matte finish and rich texture of oils — without the complexity or solvents
Water Cleanup
Work with a medium that cleans up easily with water, no solvents needed
Faster Drying
Layer faster than traditional oils while maintaining workability and depth
Beginner Friendly
Start from the very basics and build skills progressively through 6 modules
7 Comprehensive Modules
Progress from fundamentals to finished paintings with clear, structured lessons
Introduction & Foundations
Understanding Powerwax ratios, mixing techniques, and workspace setup
Tools & Materials
Essential supplies, substrates, and everything you need to get started
Core Techniques
Master scraping, layering, embedding, mark-making, and stencil techniques
Project 1: Abstract
Build confidence with expressive abstract compositions
Project 2: Landscape
Create depth and atmosphere in landscape paintings
Project 3: Florals
Paint soft, dreamy florals with rich texture
Bonus: Extra Demos + Finishing
Additional Powerwax demonstrations plus varnishing, framing, and next steps
Three Complete Projects
Apply your skills to create three beautiful paintings
Abstract Composition
Build confidence with expressive abstract painting using all your new Powerwax techniques.
Textured Landscape
Create depth and atmosphere in a landscape painting with Powerwax layering.
Dreamy Florals
Paint soft, textured florals that showcase the beauty of water-based cold wax medium.
Everything You Need to Succeed
- 6 comprehensive modules plus bonus with lifetime access
- Over 5 hours of step-by-step video instruction
- 3 complete painting projects (abstract, landscape, florals)
- All essential Powerwax techniques covered
- Supply list with recommendations
- Private Cold Wax Creative Community on Facebook
- Direct email support from Marina
- Bonus demonstrations and finishing techniques
"Powerwax completely opened up cold wax painting to acrylic artists. You get all the beautiful texture and depth without the fumes or long drying times."
— 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. After years of working with traditional cold wax and oils, I discovered Powerwax and was thrilled to bring these techniques to acrylic painters. This course is everything I wish I'd had when starting with water-based cold wax.
What Students Are Saying
"This course is fantastic. Marina explains everything so clearly, and I went from never having used Powerwax to creating paintings I'm genuinely proud of."
Rachel M.
• UK
"As an acrylic painter, I always wanted the textured effects that oil and cold wax painters achieve. This course gave me exactly that!"
Jennifer S.
• USA
"The projects are beautifully designed — each one builds on the last. By the florals project, I felt like I really understood the medium."
Brigitte K.
• Germany
Frequently Asked Questions
How is this different from Cold Wax & Acrylics - The Basics?⌄
Both courses teach cold wax with acrylics, but this course focuses specifically on Powerwax (Powertex brand) with its own unique properties and techniques. Cold Wax & Acrylics covers a broader range of water-based wax media.
Do I need any prior experience?⌄
No! This course is designed for complete beginners. We start from the very basics and build skills progressively through each module.
What is Powerwax exactly?⌄
Powerwax is a water-based cold wax medium made by Powertex. It works with acrylics to create textured, matte effects similar to traditional cold wax and oils, but with water cleanup and faster drying.
How long do I have access?⌄
Lifetime access for the duration of business operation. Work at your own pace and revisit lessons anytime.
What supplies do I need to start?⌄
Powerwax, acrylic paints, palette knives, and a support. A complete supply list with recommendations is provided in the course.
Can I get help if I'm stuck?⌄
Absolutely! Join the private Cold Wax Creative Community on Facebook and email Marina directly with questions.
Ready to Master Powerwax?
Join the course and discover the beautiful world of water-based cold wax painting.
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