Altenew Academy · Online Class
The Artist in You: Acrylic Markers 101
- Lessons
- 1 lesson
- Level
- Beginner
- Format
- Self-paced · Lifetime virtual access
Lifetime access
Revisit every lesson, forever.
Downloadable resources
Printable instructions
Community
Share work in the student gallery.
About this class
Crash Course on Acrylic Markers for Beginners
What you'll learn
- Achieve opaque, streak-free color coverage on light and dark cardstock panels.
- Control paint flow easily without messy blobs or leaky marker nibs.
- Blend acrylic marker colors smoothly before the ink dries completely on paper.
- Add crisp, precise fine-line details over dry watercolor or ink-blended backgrounds.
- Decorate non-paper surfaces like wood, plastic, and glass with permanent color.
- Make intricate outline stamps pop using vibrant, quick-drying acrylic paint markers.

How it works
Your creative journey at Altenew Academy
A simple, supportive path from first lesson to finished masterpiece.
Enroll instantly
Pick your class, check out in seconds, and get lifetime virtual access.
Watch & learn
Stream crisp HD video lessons taught by top papercraft artists. Pause, rewind, go at your pace.
Create with confidence
Follow printable guides, color maps, and cut files as you craft alongside each lesson.
Share your work
Post your finished projects in the student gallery and celebrate with fellow makers.
Your instructor
Learn from the best
Discover the mentor behind your learning journey — sharing knowledge, guiding your growth, and helping you succeed every step of the way.

Edward Pilares
Artist
Edward is your go-to instructor for all things coloring mediums like acrylic markers, watercolor tubes, and more!

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