Painting Acrylic Mandalas with Professional Techniques
A course by Lizzie SnowVisual Artist
A course by Lizzie Snow, Visual Artist
Learn to paint long-lasting mandalas with acrylic using professional, archival techniques, from the initial pencil sketch to the finished panel painting
The mandala can be seen as a visual representation of the universe, showing us how all things are interconnected. It is a meditative art form that requires patience, practice, and perseverance. Visual artist Lizzie Snow specializes in creating intricate patterns which have seen her collaborate with brands like Apple, Lululemon, and Converse.
In this online course, Lizzie teaches you how to paint detailed mandalas of your own. Discover archival techniques for creating long-lasting, professional-quality artwork and explore the infinite possibilities of these unique patterns.
This is Lizzie’s second Domestika course. In her first, The Art of Mandala Drawing: Create Geometric Patterns, she teaches you how to draw mandalas as a beginner using ink, hatching, linework, and stippling techniques.
What will you learn in this online course?
17 lessons & 35 downloads
Choosing the Materials
17 minutes, 9 seconds
Deciding on a Design
8 minutes, 4 seconds
Prepping the Panel
8 minutes, 15 seconds
Pencil Sketching
15 minutes, 42 seconds
The Linework
12 minutes, 33 seconds
Adding Colour 1
12 minutes, 37 seconds
What's included in this course?
Begin the course by getting to know visual artist Lizzie Snow. Discover the creative journey that led her to a full-time career as an artist along with the influences that inspire her and the work she creates.
Get an introduction to the mandala, and the steps involved in painting professional-quality patterns. Choose your materials before using them to practice different techniques. Find a color palette for your piece and decide on a final design.
Learn how to prep your panel and set up a grid for your mandala using a compass, ruler, and pencil. Explore different methods for sketching your design onto your canvas in preparation for painting.
Go over your line work with paint, then add color. Put the finishing touches to your work by embellishing details, erasing pencil marks, signing your work, and protecting it with varnish.
Learn how to photograph your work for social media or your archives. To wrap up the course, Lizzie guides you through the process of creating a digital mockup of your art to present to collectors.
What is this course's project?
Create an intricate mandala with acrylic by using professional-standard painting techniques for a long-lasting finish.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This is for anyone with an interest in learning how to paint professional mandalas, especially anyone who has taken Lizzie’s first course.
Requirements and materials
Previous painting experience and knowledge of Photoshop and Procreate, are useful but not essential.
In terms of materials, you will need: A wooden panel or canvas Acrylic paints Drawing tools A device with Photoshop or Procreate is optional.
Reviews
- 3 months ago
Interesting
- 4 months ago
Velmi poučné
- aldaramani2g9PLUS5 months ago
I love this course...Highly recommended
- webmaster_055754PLUS9 months ago
This course far exceeded my expectations. Thank you.
- 9 months ago
Aún no lo termino pero cada unidad es interesante!
Her work is inspired by fractals and patterns found throughout nature. Lizzie has collaborated with brands like Apple, Lululemon, Converse, Peugeot, Topshop, Blunt Umbrellas, Roy Henry Vickers, AllBirds, Whittaker’s, and more. She has also done a number of solo and group exhibitions throughout New Zealand, Canada, and the UK.
Content
- U1
Introduction
- About Me
- Influences
- U2
Learning the Foundations
- The Mandala
- Choosing the Materials
- Practising Patterns and Techniques
- The Colour Palette
- Deciding on a Design
- U3
Assembling the Steps
- Prepping the Panel
- Setting up the Grid
- Pencil Sketching
- U4
Painting Your Artwork
- The Linework
- Adding Colour 1
- Adding Colour 2
- The Details and Finishing Touches 1
- The Details and Finishing Touches 2
- U5
The Photography and Presentation
- Photographing Your Art
- Creating a Digital Mock-up
- FP
Final project
- Painting Acrylic Mandalas with Professional Techniques
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Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.
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FAQs
Yes, this course is designed for beginners and covers foundational skills in mandala design, acrylic painting, and surface preparation.
You'll need acrylic paints, brushes, a painting panel or canvas, a compass, rulers, paint pens, gesso, and varnish. A pencil and eraser are also recommended for sketching.
You’ll learn how to create symmetrical mandalas, set up grids, apply archival painting techniques, master color theory, sketch intricate patterns, and professionally present your artwork.
The course teaches you to sand, seal, and prime the panel with gesso, ensuring a smooth, durable surface that preserves your acrylic mandala artwork.
A mandala is a geometric configuration of symbols representing harmony and balance. It’s used in art for its meditative qualities, symmetry, and rich cultural symbolism.
Yes, the course covers sketching mandalas in Procreate, tracing patterns on iPad, and creating digital mock-ups and presentations using Photoshop.
The course teaches color theory, swatching, using digital palette tools, and extracting harmonious color schemes from nature or photographs for your mandala designs.