Dappled Light: Learn Abstract Painting with Acrylics

Join this paint-along session and get inspired by dappled light to create a beautiful abstract painting using acrylics. You will find inspiration in both nature and light and turn them into beautiful art

  • Beginner
  • 4.6 (8 Reviews)
  • 50 minutes
  • Closed Captioning
Create a unique abstract painting inspired by dappled light.

This abstract painting course uses paint-along lessons to create beautiful art using acrylics. Megan Elizabeth believes that working abstractly can be quite enjoyable and relaxing with the right mentality. Through her course, you will find inspiration in both nature and light and turn them into beautiful art. You will then come away with your very own abstract acrylic painting inspired by dappled light.

  • Getting Started
  • Getting Acquainted with Acrylics
  • Introduction to Color Mixing
  • Supplies Checklist
  • Painting I: Using Wet-on-Wet Technique
  • Painting I: Building Texture
  • Painting II: Building a Focal Point
  • Painting II: Creating a Dappled Effect
  • Painting II: Creating Dimension
  • Letting Go of Expectations
  • Finishing Touches
  • What's Next
Are you ready to create your own abstract painting
and have fun while doing it?
Meet your instructor Megan. Painter .

Megan Elizabeth is an artist living and working just outside of Washington, DC. Megan is inspired by fleeting moments in nature, sunrises, sunsets and dappled light. Her work is elegant, refined, organic and relaxing. Megan's work has been featured in Apartment Therapy, Brit and Co, Anthropologie, Designlovefest and is available at several galleries worldwide.

I created this course to help aspiring abstract painters become more confident in their skills .

I want students to realize that inspiration and confidence can turn an ordinary painting into a thoughtful and beautiful work of art.

By the end of this course, my students will feel like they have tried a new technique with their acrylic paints and also learned to keep trying and looking around for daily sources of artistic inspiration. They will also learn that experimentation is vital to the creative process so enjoying the act of painting is just as important as the outcome!

Learn to Create an Abstract Painting Using Acrylics

Join this paint-along session and create an abstract masterpiece using acrylic paint. Megan will show you all the tips and tricks that you need in order to make your artwork a success.

  • Learn about color mixing and color theory
  • Enjoy a fun paint-along session
  • Get advice about relaxing and letting go of expectations
Join me in my course and I will teach you how to take your ideas and inspiration from nature and turn them into beautiful abstract art.
Working abstractly with acrylic paints can be so much fun with the right ideas and inspiration.

Megan Elizabeth
Reviews
4 star rating

Fun painting

Anne Goldsmith

Good for beginners. Nice intro to color theory. Good to see how Megan handles her brush and mixes color. Fun exercise!

Good for beginners. Nice intro to color theory. Good to see how Megan handles her brush and mixes color. Fun exercise!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! This course was made for aspiring abstract painters who love to experiment. No previous knowledge or courses are needed to enjoy this lesson—all levels are welcome! If you’re looking for a soothing learning experience that will walk you through the entire painting process, then this abstract painting course was made for you! Walk away with your very own abstract art.

No! With practice, you will begin to cultivate your natural flow in working with acrylics.  Learn as you go with paint-along video lessons that will walk you through the entire painting process. 


  1. Get acquainted with acrylics, mixing the paints, and building texture.
  2. Create a focal point and dimension. 
  3. Let go of expectations! All it takes is experimentation and patience.



There are so many different tools to use when creating your very own abstract art. You'll get a detailed list of supplies when you sign up for the class. Here are a few recommendations for paints and brushes to try out: 


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