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This course was filmed over the entire painting process of painting a portrait of a Yorkie named Baka. It includes video lessons of every step of my proven process of painting a pet portrait. You’ll have access to every real-time brushstroke and views of my palette work.

For each of the nine modules in the course, you’ll watch several video lessons while you paint. Taking this journey with me takes less than 5 hours per week.

As a student, you’ll also be invited to join Peer Love forum inside your Member Area to gather with your fellow painting students, ask questions, share progress and learn and grow together. I’ll pop in now and then to share advice and tips.

I’ll host several Live Group Coaching Video Calls hosted via Zoom where I’ll answer questions, demo techniques or elaborate on a specific topic.

Here’s what past students have said about the format:

“How to Paint a Dog Portrait is so different from the other painting courses I’ve seen offered online — it is way more than a bunch of files and videos to download and teach yourself! You’re able to work at your own pace through a structured process and have the added advantage of personal interaction with Erica and other classmates — to the level you’re comfortable with. The environment is one of community and encouragement. It’s such a positive, safe space to grow.” – Emily L.

“It’s really in depth, which has helped me stick to it. Erica’s way of teaching really works.” – Olya H.

“Erica has a lovely way of guiding you through the total experience of painting in a nurturing and non-judgmental way. She encourages you through the process and understands where the struggles will appear and prepares you for it.” – Jayne M.T.