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How to Paint Landscapes for Beginners
2 students
Created byJasmina Susak
Last updated 6/2025
English

What you'll learn

  • Paint skies, trees, water, and mountains
  • Create depth, light, and atmosphere
  • Mix colors effectively
  • Choose the right brushes and paints

Course content

7 sections10 lectures3h 20m total length
  • Sunshine on the Beach - Part 110:39
  • Sunshine on the Beach - Part 231:11

Requirements

  • Acrylic or oil paint
  • Brushes? flat, fan, liner brush
  • Canvas or thick paper

Description

This course is perfect for anyone who wants to start painting landscapes but doesn’t know where to begin. You don’t need any experience, fancy tools, or even reference photos. We’ll paint beautiful lifelike landscapes entirely from imagination, using simple techniques that are easy to follow and relaxing to do.

You’ll learn how to paint skies, dunes, trees, water, and fields in a loose and beginner-friendly way. Each project is designed to show you one step at a time how to build a full scene without feeling overwhelmed. You’ll discover how to place elements in a composition, how to create depth with layering, and how to use colors to set the mood — even if you’re just using a basic set of paints.

This course is focused on enjoyment and confidence. You’ll gain a strong understanding of how to simplify shapes, how to paint without overthinking, and how to trust your instincts, even if you’ve never held a brush before.

By the end, you’ll have several finished paintings and the ability to create your own original landscapes from your mind. This is a gentle and encouraging introduction to painting, perfect for complete beginners who want to express themselves and enjoy the process.

Who this course is for:

  • Absolute beginners interested in acrylic painting
  • Hobbyists who want to learn how to paint nature scenes
  • Anyone looking for a relaxing, creative outlet