Beautify Your Acrylics
Learn to create an underpainting in acrylic and finish in oil for breathtaking art that leaps from your canvas
Beautify Your Acrylics
Learn to create an underpainting in acrylic and finish in oil for breathtaking art that leaps from your canvas
Discover Unique Techniques
See how to layer properly, make form with brushwork and opaques, work wet on wet, and other skills to unlock your style
Captivate Your Collectors
Master a new method of painting that flows effortlessly and turns out beautifully so that your art sells faster
Easy-to-Follow Teaching
Paint along with our seasoned instructors and discover tricks for avoiding “muddy” oils or acrylics that look plasticky
Our student Iva crafted a gorgeous painting featuring a woman, flowers, and crows.
With the game-changing oil mixed media technique you’ll learn in this class, she created a mesmerizing piece filled with vibrant color and rich depth.
Check out Caroline's first attempt at this oil over acrylic technique!
She created a stunning painting inspired by Brazilian music.
This piece proves that any artist can use this Masterclass technique to express their unique voice—including you!
This is another student, Susanna's, first acrylic and oil painting.
To her surprise, the technique completely transformed her process.
She had a blast discovering how acrylics added details to her oil paintings that she couldn’t achieve with a single medium before.
Shengsheng created a beautiful self-portrait with a still life, drawing inspiration from her Chinese culture.
Using a photo of herself in a traditional hanfu while holding a Beijing Opera mask as her reference, she realized her vision with acrylic and oil paint.
This is Johanna's first ever acrylic painting, completed with an oil layer.
She brought a majestic bear to life by skillfully using light and dark to create a realistic and striking subject.
David drew inspiration from an owl in the trees behind his home, transforming his feathered visitor into a dreamy mixed media piece.
With abstract elements and the technique taught in this class, he created a captivating work of art!
Watch as two incredible artists collaborate on a mixed media painting and discover how this acrylic and oil technique is your “elixir to freedom” for artistic success.
Elli and Dimitra start with an acrylic underpainting, and you’ll see why they use transparent paint to completely cover their blank canvas.
Your instructors begin working in layers and incorporating expressive dripping effects with inks. Elli chooses the color palette and blocks in the darks to reinforce the form from the drawing.
Discover how to loosen up during these initial stages, paving the way for a polished final piece. Using opaque paint, Elli adds details to make the subject pop.
Elli and Dimitra discuss the importance of finding your unique aesthetic as a key to becoming a prolific painter.
As they work, both artists enhance the background with abstract details and refine the subjects using midtones and highlights. They show you how to create a beautifully expressive painting through bold brushstrokes and varying brush sizes.
Dimitra starts adding the oil paint layer over the acrylic underpainting, sharing tips to speed up your drying time.
Your instructors reveal little-known strategies for balancing warm and cool tones to add depth and dimension to your art.
Elli guides you in creating a cohesive color story that captivates collectors. She also teaches you how to make your subject’s edges stand out in all the right places.
Both artists apply the finishing touches to the painting, adding breathtaking galaxy effects and demonstrating techniques for painting realistic hair.
Hi Artist,
Have you ever heard you can’t combine acrylics with oils—or that painting with oils is muddy, messy, and even toxic?
You’re about to discover a breakthrough technique that will transform your paintings for life.
My name is Elli Milan, and I’ve been a professional artist for 30 years.
I’m the founding owner of Milan Art Institute, where I teach thousands of students to launch successful art careers.
In class, you'll learn how to effortlessly layer oil on top of acrylic to create art that seems to emerge from your canvas.
My daughter and renowned artist Dimitra Milan will be teaching you step-by-step, too.
Dimitra pioneered a breathtaking artistic style and gained global recognition at just 15 years old.
Mastering this technique will open up endless possibilities and even help you establish the tone of your work.
This class is a huge step in painting the most sellable, stirring art of your life.
I’ll see you there!
Hi Artist,
Have you ever heard you can’t combine acrylics with oils—or that painting with oils is muddy, messy, and even toxic?
You’re about to discover a breakthrough technique that will transform your paintings for life.
My name is Elli Milan, and I’ve been a professional artist for 30 years.
I’m the founding owner of Milan Art Institute, where I teach thousands of students to launch successful art careers.
In class, you'll learn how to effortlessly layer oil on top of acrylic to create art that seems to emerge from your canvas.
My daughter and renowned artist Dimitra Milan will be teaching you step-by-step, too.
Dimitra pioneered a breathtaking artistic style and gained global recognition at just 15 years old.
Mastering this technique will open up endless possibilities and even help you establish the tone of your work.
This class is a huge step in painting the most sellable, stirring art of your life.
I’ll see you there!
Do you wish you had incredible drawing skills—or simply want to take your art to the next level?
In this one class, beginners and seasoned artists alike can drastically improve their artwork.
Taught by professional artist Elli Milan, this bonus Masterclass will teach you to activate your 'right' brain and view the world from an artistic perspective.
Learn Elli’s groundbreaking 3-step process that empowers you to draw anything you want—no matter your skill level.
You’ll spend less time erasing or second-guessing your idea and feel proud to show off your drawings every time!
Learn the simplest way to sketch accurate proportions for realistic faces, breathtaking scenery, beautiful animals, and more.
Discover proven ways to “switch on” your creative brain, helping you draw with confidence and ease.
Master techniques for capturing proportions and angles accurately, along with adding beautiful shading, to bring your drawings to life with detail.
After just ONE lesson, surprise and amaze others with your impressive new drawing skills!
This 3-hour Masterclass will transform your artwork forever—and ignite your love for drawing! After completing “Draw ANYTHING with These 3 Easy Steps,” you’ll even elevate the beauty of your paintings by training your eye to see like an artist.
If you're an artist ready to confidently grow your social media presence with content that reflects who you are, this is for you!
The 30-Day Social Posting Plan is a foolproof system designed to save you time and spark endless content ideas.
Discover what your followers really want to see, boost engagement, and eliminate the guesswork about what works and what doesn’t.
See the exact same strategy professional artists with massive followings use to expand their art businesses.
Get easy-to-follow tips for growing your social media presence from Elli Milan, Dimitra Milan, CMO Jake Dunn, and artist mentor Daree Johnson.
Strategies for creating a magnetic social media brand that reflects your unique style.
Time-saving tips, tricks, and tools that help you gain confidence in building an artist’s online platform.
With this eBook, you’ll save hours and creative energy as social media starts working for you!
Imagine creating a sustainable income and leaving a lasting legacy by selling art prints…
In this value-packed 90-minute workshop, you’ll learn exactly which products you can sell as an artist, the logistics of when, where, and how to add art prints to your business, PLUS proven strategies to attract more buyers.
Plus, you’ll gain countless actionable, step-by-step tips to launch your own art print business in this workshop.
Join renowned artist Elli Milan and CMO Jake Dunn as they guide you toward making prints a profitable part of your artistry!
Imagine creating a sustainable income and leaving a lasting legacy by selling art prints…
In this value-packed 90-minute workshop, you’ll learn exactly which products you can sell as an artist, the logistics of when, where, and how to add art prints to your business, PLUS proven strategies to attract more buyers.
Plus, you’ll gain countless actionable, step-by-step tips to launch your own art print business in this workshop.
Join renowned artist Elli Milan and CMO Jake Dunn as they guide you toward making prints a profitable part of your artistry!
At a minimum, you will need a set of acrylic and oil paints. If you are new to oils, or only have a limited amount, then only purchase transparent colors of at least red, yellow, and blue, and one white.
Transparent colors for washes and glazing:
Add any other colors or substitute transparent color for any other similar transparent.
Add any other opaque colors of your choice.
Mediums:
Oil colors:
A variety of brushes of your choice
Elli is the founding owner of Milan Art Institute. For the past 25 years, she has sold her artwork professionally and has sold over 10,000 pieces throughout her career. She has also transformed the lives of thousands of artists from all over the world by helping them find their voice and turn their passion for art into a profession. With her online drawing and painting classes, Elli is a leading voice of the current Art Renaissance.
Dimitra generated over a million dollars of artwork sales by the age of 15. After growing up with professional artists as parents, Dimitra found herself drawn to the transformative power of painting. Dimitra is pioneering a new age of artist influencers on social media, spreading beauty across the entire planet. She is co-owner at Milan Art Institute and passionate about equipping artists to change the world with their art.
This workshop is hands-down the most valuable step you’ll take in your art career this week. Start learning today!
Founded in 2008, the Milan Art Institute is the hub of a growing art revolution. Our Institute provides community, inspiration, and education to students all over the world. Our Mastery Program has taught and helped over 5,000 students launch thriving art careers. The Milan Art Institute teaches oil painting, drawing, and mixed media techniques through our immersive learning process. From novice to professional, we help artists pursue their passion and turn it into a profitable career.