Altenew Academy · Online Class
The Magic of Color
- Level
- Advanced
- Format
- Self-paced · Lifetime virtual access
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About this class
Looking to level up your coloring skills? Explore a variety of essential coloring techniques you'll need to elevate your projects with The Magic of Color class!
Learn how to play with color blending, layering, and texture integration to make the most vibrant coloring projects!
Instructors: Aditi Mahajan and Jennifer Johnston
Class Level: Beginner to Intermediate
What You’ll Learn:
- Working with Coloring Supplies: Making the most of layered stencils, artist markers, dual-tip pens, and woodless watercolor pencils.
- Comprehensive Color Techniques: Understand best practices for blending, shading, and layering colors to make vibrant works of art.
- Creative Application: Incorporate your learnings into a variety of designs like cards, scrapbooking, and mixed media projects
Class Features:
- Four comprehensive, step-by-step lessons with exclusive projects.
- This is an independent class: sign up and enjoy lessons at your convenience!
- Lifetime access—learn at your own pace, anytime, anywhere.
- High-quality, inspiration-packed project photos.
By the end of this class, you'll have a good grasp of essential coloring techniques to give your projects that clean, professional look. Sign up today!
Sign up today and let your creativity shine!
FAQ for The Magic of Color
Q: Do I need prior experience to take this class?
A: No! Beginners and experienced crafters are all welcome to join this class. The instructors will guide you every step of the way.
Q: What supplies do I need?
A: A supply list will be provided along with a kit available for purchase with this class. You can also opt for add-ons featuring coloring mediums used in class to fit every budget.
Q: Will the lessons be live or pre-recorded?
A: The lessons are pre-recorded, so you can watch and learn at your own pace.
Q: How long is the class?
A: The class consists of four prerecorded lessons, each focusing on a different technique.
Q: Will there be homework or assignments?
A: The instructor will provide homework at the end of every lesson. You can share your outputs in the class gallery.
Q: Can I interact with the instructors?
A: You can interact with the instructors in the forum area to ask any questions and share your work.
Q: How long will I have access to this class?
A: Altenew Academy classes offer lifetime access so you can revisit the classes anytime!

How it works
Your creative journey at Altenew Academy
A simple, supportive path from first lesson to finished masterpiece.
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions
No — every class starts from the basics and builds up, so beginners are welcome.
Each lesson lists its supplies. Choose a kit at checkout and everything arrives ready to craft.
Lifetime virtual access — revisit every lesson whenever you like.
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