The art of painting reaches back in time across history, whether used to decorate ancient artifacts or spread across canvases by famous artists. Today, painting still represents one of the highest forms of art, and whether you are a beginner or a seasoned creative, there is always more to learn. That is where My Modern Met Academy comes in.

As an online creative learning platform, we're all about helping all levels of artists reach their potential. And when it comes to painting, we've tapped skilled artists to share their knowledge. From working with acrylics to discovering how to create mixed-media artwork, there's something for everyone.

In every one of our courses, you'll walk step by step through lessons on materials and techniques and then work with the instructors to complete your own paintings. All classes are on-demand, which means that you can start and stop whenever you want and go at your own pace.

Scroll down to see five of our favorite painting courses.

Here are 5 online painting classes from My Modern Met Academy to get started and/or further your skills.

Abstract Realism: Introduction to Mixed Media Painting

In this intermediate mixed-media painting class, artist Dimitra Milan shares techniques to create your own piece of abstract realist art. She will show you step-by-step how to create a canvas in a style she calls “abstract realism.” Start with an abstract background, draw out your subject, and then use acrylics to bring it to life. Once you start, you won't want to stop.

Acrylic Painting Masterclass: Explore Color & Abstract Landscape Painting

Dive into contemporary landscape painting using acrylics with artist Luiza Niechoda. Designed for intermediate learners or intrepid beginners, there's a lot of information packed into this three-hour class. Learn to stretch your own canvas, paint crisp lines, and create a hue matrix that will last for years to come. Then, work with Niechoda to bring everything together and create two abstract landscape paintings.

Dappled Light: Learn Abstract Painting with Acrylics

This abstract painting course uses paint-along lessons to create beautiful art using acrylics. Megan Elizabeth believes that working abstractly can be quite enjoyable and relaxing with the right mentality. Through her course, you will find inspiration in both nature and light and turn them into beautiful art. You will then come away with your very own abstract acrylic painting inspired by dappled light.

Dream Your Own Abstract Acrylic Floral Paintings

Appreciate the beauty of flowers in a whole new way when you learn how to paint them using an abstract style and acrylic pigment. Through in-depth video lessons, Nitika Ale will teach you how to curate inspiration images, break down the essential techniques, and craft your own dreamy floral imagery.

Introduction to Watercolor Painting

Botanical artist Victoria Beyer breaks down everything you need to know about this much-loved medium, from the type of paper to use to different special effects you can achieve.  Discover everything from wet-on-wet to dry brushing and create two watercolor paintings—a landscape and a still life.

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As the temperatures drop and we’re forced to spend more time inside, there's nothing like taking up a new hobby to make the most of your time. Crochet is the perfect winter hobby; not only is it a creative, stress-releasing practice, but it can also help you craft warm, comfy items like blankets, scarves, mittens, and hats.

While learning to crochet may seem intimidating, it doesn't have to be. With some basic supplies and a little guidance, you'll be well on your way to creating your first project. Then, once you have mastered your skills, you can find an endless amount of free crochet patterns online to help you make everything from adorable amigurumi animals to whimsical slippers that will keep your feet warm all season long.

To help you start your crocheting journey, My Modern Met Academy is holding a special winter sale on our Crochet Crash Course. Get 25% off this online class by entering code FIESTA25 at checkout. Aimed at beginners, expert Khara Plicanic will walk you through everything you need to know when picking up a pair of crochet hooks for the first time.

You'll learn what materials you can use and the basic stitches. In addition, Plicanic will also teach you how to read a crochet pattern, and together, you'll work on making a fun fringed bag that is the perfect tote in any season. When you purchase the class, you'll receive the supply list and the downloadable pattern that Plicanic created for this course.

And once you are finished, you'll have all the basic skills necessary to start more crochet projects. You have until the end of winter, March 20, 2025, to take us up on the offer. Just enter FIESTA25 at checkout to receive 25% off the regular price of $34.95.

Enjoy 25% off our beginner's look at how to crochet and pick up a new hobby.

Use code FIESTA25 to take advantage of the sale and learn all the basics of crochet.

Then, you can take those skills and put them to good use on any crochet project that you'd like.

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It's a new year, and if you're anything like us, that means you are ready for a fresh start. Whether you have made a New Year's resolution or simply pledged to try something new, the start of the year is the perfect time to invest in yourself. And at My Modern Met Academy, we want to help you do that, which is why we are starting off the year with a special New Year's Sale.

From January 1 to January 7, you can get 10% off all of our painting, drawing, photography, and crafting classes. Conducted completely online, you can watch the lessons from the comfort of your own home, anytime you'd like. So that means you don't have to worry about making a specific start date or missing a class; they're all there and waiting for you, whenever you'd like.

So why not take the plunge and pick up a new hobby or get back into something that you love? To take advantage of the sale, all you need to do is enter the code NEWYEAR10 at checkout, and you'll receive a special discount on all of our online art classes. If you aren't sure where to start, check out some of our favorite classes below.

Take 10% off all of My Modern Met Academy's art classes with our special New Year's sale. You have until January 7, 2025 at 6:59 PM ET to take advantage of the sale by entering NEWYEAR10 at checkout. Please note that this discount is not cumulative.

Start the New Year off on the right foot and stretch your creativity with these online art courses.

Dappled Light: Learn Abstract Acrylic Painting with Artist Megan Elizabeth

This abstract painting course uses paint-along lessons to create beautiful art using acrylics. Megan Elizabeth believes that working abstractly can be quite enjoyable and relaxing with the right mentality. Through her course, you will find inspiration in both nature and light, and turn them into beautiful art. You will then come away with your very own abstract acrylic painting inspired by dappled light.

Mixed Media Thread Painting with Embroidery Artist Maria Zamyatina

Preserve your travel memories with embroidery artist Maria Zamyatina. She will take you step by step through the process of sketching on-site for a thread painting project that incorporates watercolor paints for a unique effect.

Introduction to Pet Photography with Photographer Belinda Richards

Ever wish you could capture a great portrait of your favorite dog? Professional pet photographer Belinda Richards will hold your hand through the process of shooting a candid portrait of your dog using her expert techniques. Get an understanding of studio lighting and editing and then get to work photographing your canine with your DSLR or mobile phone.

Introduction to Watercolor Painting with Botanical Artist Victoria Beyer

Dive into the world of watercolor painting with this introductory course by botanical artist Victoria Beyer. Learn the basic techniques you'll need to paint any subject and then work with Beyer to create two watercolor paintings—a landscape and a still life.

Introduction to Stencil Art with Street Artist Alice Pasquini

Learn how stencils can transform your art with the help of renowned street artist Alice Pasquini. You'll not only learn how to cut your own stencils by hand, but you'll discover different printing and layering techniques to help elevate your art.

Enter the code NEWYEAR10 at check out to receive 10% off all My Modern Met Academy's classes until January 7, 2025.

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The holidays are almost here. Have you finished your shopping yet? If not, we're here to help. Our e-learning platform My Modern Met Academy is just the gift for the creative person in your life. And we've made it as easy as clicking a button, making it the perfect last-minute gift. All you need to do is check the box at checkout indicating that the course is a gift and let us take care of the rest.

To give you even more incentive to give, we have a holiday sale happening now until December 25 at 6:59 p.m. EST. Save 15% on all of our creative classes when you use the code happyholidays24 at checkout. We offer a variety of creative classes. If you’re looking for a place to start, check out a couple of our popular art and crafting courses below.

Learn to combine realistic drawing with abstract painting when you enroll in Abstract Realism: Introduction to Mixed Media Painting with Dimitra Milan. In the course, you’ll learn mixed-media techniques that will have you starting with an abstract background, drawing your subject, then using acrylics to bring it to life. It’s a great way to have some fun while exercising your sketching skills.

For something completely different, try Beyond Bouquets: Turning Pressed Flowers Into One-of-a-Kind Art. Taught by instructor Anna Zakirova, she’ll take you through how to press a variety of flowers and turn them into one-of-a-kind works of botanical art. This includes the iconic rose and approaches to pressing daisies.

Scroll down for more classes available on My Modern Met Academy. Once you find a course that you like, don’t delay. This is the last sale of the year! Remember to use the code happyholidays24 to save 15%. It will then be in your course library, where you can watch it as often as you like.

My Modern Met Academy is having a holiday sale. Save 15% on all online classes when you use the code happyholidays24 until December 25 at 6:59 PM EST. Here are some of the classes available to take:

Abstract Realism: Introduction to Mixed Media Painting

Enroll in Abstract Realism: Introduction to Mixed Media Painting.

Beyond Bouquets: Turning Pressed Flowers Into One-of-a-Kind Art

Enroll in Beyond Bouquets: Turning Pressed Flowers Into One-of-a-Kind Art.

Acrylic Landscapes: Reimagining Mountains as Polygons

Enroll in Acrylic Landscapes: Reimagining Mountains as Polygons.

Architectural Illustration for Everyone: Draw Buildings in Ink and Colored Pencil

Enroll in Architectural Illustration for Everyone: Draw Buildings in Ink and Colored Pencil. 

Introduction to Pet Photography: Capture the Spirit of Your Furry Friend

Enroll in Introduction to Pet Photography: Capture the Spirit of Your Furry Friend.

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Artist Luiza Niechoda is known for her unique, pixelated landscape paintings, which combine sharp geometry with the softness of nature. In her newest series, Nocturnes, she takes her work to another level by creating evocative night scenes illuminated by moonlight. These rich oil paintings almost appear to glow, as Niechoda takes us from the forest to the sea.

Inspired by the “comforting solitude at night,” Niechoda incorporates great depth into these pieces. Though their color palettes are dark, she clearly defines the different gradations of color that make up the landscape. But achieving this final look wasn't easy.

“I’ve used burnt umber to tone the hues down, and burnt umber dries to a matte finish,” she explains, “which in turn causes dark areas of the painting to look very dull. If you paint one piece in multiple sessions, you have to oil out these sunken-in spots to bring the saturation back so you can see the values properly. It always happened to my paintings, but none had this much darkness in them. The extra work at the beginning of each painting session definitely tested my patience.”

Niechoda's meticulous attention to detail is part of what makes her art so unique, and it's also what makes her an excellent teacher. In her Acrylic Painting Masterclass for My Modern Met Academy, Niechoda not only shares how she works with color and creates the crisp edges on her lines, but she even teaches you how to stretch your own canvas.

The three-hour online course is a wonderful way to expand your idea of landscape and abstract painting. And though she doesn't tackle evening landscapes in her online course, the artist does leave you with enough tools to get you started on your own artistic adventure.

As for this series, Niechoda hopes that it helps capture that special “night feeling” that occurs when the sun sets. “You know when you're outside, and it’s dark—everything's so still and peaceful, and you’re overwhelmed by nostalgia and wonder?” she muses. “That’s what I was trying to capture—those moments where the world feels calm, and you feel connected to something bigger.”

Follow more of Niechoda's work on Instagram and sign up for her painting course on My Modern Met Academy.

Artist Luiza Niechoda is known for her unique, pixelated landscape paintings and recently completed a series of nighttime oil paintings.

The Nocturnes glow under the moonlight that shines through in each scene.

Taking you from the forest to the sea, the paintings were inspired by the “comforting solitude at night.”

“That’s what I was trying to capture—those moments where the world feels calm, and you feel connected to something bigger.”

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The most wonderful time of the year is quickly approaching. That’s right—the holidays are less than a month away! If you are feeling the tug to get your shopping done, now is the perfect time. Our e-learning platform My Modern Met Academy is having a special sale to celebrate Cyber Monday. We're continuing the fun from Black Friday, so from now until December 4 at 6:59 pm ET, save 25% on all of our creative classes when you use the code cybermonday2024 at checkout.

Finish the year with some cozy crafts. One of our classes will show you how to combine photography and embroidery into one alluring image. Titled Intermediate Embroidery: Getting Creative with Printed Fabrics, instructor Floor Giebels teaches you how to take your embroidery to new heights using printed fabrics. You'll learn how to embroider hair and clothing for a unique final project that would make a special gift.

Another class is a drawing course that is geared towards sketching newbies. Called Drawing 101: Learn the Building Blocks of Sketching, instructor Margherita Cole will share the fundamentals of drawing that will make you feel comfortable enough to pick up a pencil. Not only will she go over basic materials, how to break subjects down into geometric shapes, and basic strokes, she'll also take you step by step through three drawing projects. Once you get the hang of these basics, you'll be filling up your sketchbook in no time.

Or, if you want to pick up a paintbrush, why not dip into the world of watercolor with our Introduction to Watercolor Painting? Taught by talented botanical artist Victoria Beyer, you'll learn all the necessary techniques to get started. And along the way, you'll learn about mixing colors and create two watercolor paintings.

Scroll down to get a peek into more of the classes available on My Modern Met Academy. Don’t forget to use the code cybermonday2024 to save 25% on your entire order. Our classes are the gift that keep on giving; once you’ve purchased a class, you can view it as often and as many times as you'd like. They also make great gifts for others. You can do so by clicking the gifting button at checkout or purchasing a gift certificate.

My Modern Met Academy is having a sale for Cyber Monday! Save 25% on all online classes when you use the code cybermonday2024 until December 4 at 6:59 p.m. ET. Here are some of the classes available to take:

Intermediate Embroidery: Getting Creative with Printed Fabrics

Enroll in Intermediate Embroidery: Getting Creative with Printed Fabrics.

Drawing 101: Learn the Building Blocks of Sketching

Enroll in Drawing 101: Learn the Building Blocks of Sketching.

Introduction to Watercolor Painting

Enroll in Introduction to Watercolor Painting.

Acrylic Painting Masterclass: Explore Color & Abstract Landscape Painting

Enroll in Acrylic Painting Masterclass: Explore Color & Abstract Landscape Painting.

Dappled Light: Learn Abstract Painting with Acrylics

Enroll in Dappled Light: Learn Abstract Painting with Acrylics.

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Time is ticking down to the holidays. If Black Friday is your official start to the shopping season, look no further. My Modern Met Academy is having a big sale on all of our online art classes. Our courses in drawing, painting, crafts, and photography are here for you to enroll in and learn from anywhere in the world. Plus, they can be viewed as many times as you like. And best of all, you can save 25% on all of our classes when you use the code blackfriday2024 at checkout. The sale lasts until December 1, 2024, at 6:59 p.m. EST.

With such a great sale, what class should you enroll in first? If you need a place to start, consider what it is that interests you. If you want to improve your drawing, why not try your hand at Realistic Portrait Drawing Made Easy? Or, if you are interested in embroidery, Mixed Media Thread Painting will take your craft to a whole new level.

Looking to master a new technique? Why not start with our newest courses, Introduction to Watercolor Painting and Introduction to Stencil Art? Both will give you the necessary tools to explore new avenues of creativity.

Head to My Modern Met Academy to check out our entire course offering, and remember to use the code blackfriday2024 to save 25% on your order. Just use the code at checkout to apply the savings and get learning.

Save 25% on all My Modern Met Academy classes when you use the code blackfriday2024 until December 1, 2024, at 6:59 p.m. EST. Don't know where to start? Give these classes a try.

Introduction to Watercolor Painting

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When we at My Modern Met launched our online art classes in 2022, we did so with the desire to put more creativity in the world. Thanks to our incredible instructors, we're proud to say that we've met that goal. Over the past year, we've added more online art classes to our catalog to allow artists of all levels to grow their talents.

My Modern Met Academy has published four new classes over the last year in a variety of themes to grow our students' painting and drawing skills. Curated by our staff and crafted by our expert instructors, each course takes students step by step through the creative process. So, whether you want to learn how to start painting with watercolors or always dreamed of drawing a realistic portrait, you'll have all the information you need at your fingertips.

Other classes will help you craft tools to elevate your artistry. In our Acrylic Masterclass, you'll not only create a hue matrix and learn about mixing color, but you can even learn to stretch your own canvas. And thanks to street artist Alice Pasquini, you can see how to incorporate stencils into your artwork and learn to cut them by hand.

Check out more information about the courses below and watch a sneak preview of each one to see what you have in store. Whether these courses are for you or you wish to gift them to someone else—which is easy to do with a click—you'll be investing in creativity. And the best part is that these online courses are pre-recorded, so you can start and stop them at any time and even watch them again and again.

Here are four exceptional online art classes launched by My Modern Met Academy over the last year.

Realistic Portrait Drawing Made Easy

What You'll Learn

• Get acquainted with essential drawing tools.
• Discover how to transfer your inspiration image.
• Learn how to create different textures.
• Gain the confidence to create your own portraits.

Who Will Teach You

Matheus Macedo is a Brazilian artist specializing in realistic drawings using graphite, charcoal, and colored pencil. He has a degree in Architecture and Urban Planning from the University of Brasilia. Also interested in education, he took the plunge into sharing the knowledge he acquired through the years in his home city. From 2020 on, he’s been focusing on recording online classes, reaching thousands of students from all over the world. He is one of the winners of the American Art Awards 2022 for his piece, Denzel Washington as Macbeth, in graphite and charcoal. See more of his work on Instagram.

Length: 2.2 hours

Level: Intermediate

Price: $45.95

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Acrylic Painting Masterclass: Explore Color and Abstract Landscape Painting

What You'll Learn

• Learn to stretch your own canvas.
• Create a hue matrix that will last for years.
• Discover how you can paint crisp lines using acrylic paint.
• Work along with the artist to make two unique abstract landscape paintings.

Who Will Teach You

Luiza Niechoda is a full-time artist based in Warsaw, Poland. Through her carefully selected limited range of hues and tones, Niechoda creates a harmonious and cohesive visual language that enhances the emotional impact of her work, conveying a sense of mood and atmosphere that goes beyond the subject matter of her paintings. Her art has gained a strong following, with many of her paintings selling out within minutes of their release. See more of her work on Instagram.

Length: 3 hours

Level: Intermediate

Price: $45.95

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Introduction to Watercolor Painting

What You'll Learn

• Get acquainted with essential painting tools.
• Learn common watercolor painting techniques.
• Discover how to create textures using common materials.
• Learn the basics of color theory and art composition.
• Create two paintings—a landscape and still life.

Who Will Teach You

Victoria Beyer is a South American artist based in Germany. She is trained as a botanical artist specializing in watercolors. She has had her work exhibited in worldwide art exhibitions like Ellas ilustran botanica, ABA’s A Botanical Showcase, and belongs to the American Society of botanical artists and the Organisation of illustrators in Germany. She teaches botanical watercolor art and works on private art commissions. See more of her work on Instagram.

Length: 3.4 hours

Level: Beginner

Price: $45.95

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Introduction to Stencil Art

What You'll Learn

• Learn about the history of stencils.
• See how to take—or select—the perfect photo for stencils.
• Learn the techniques to cut your own multi-layer stencil by hand.
• Learn the best way to print your  stencil using spraypaint or acrylics.

Who Will Teach You

Alice Pasquini is an internationally renowned Italian artist known for her street art, illustration, and scenography. Her works have appeared in over 100 cities worldwide, transforming urban spaces with murals that capture everyday moments and human connections. She studied Painting at the Academy of Fine Arts in Rome and holds a Master’s in Art Criticism from the Complutense University of Madrid, bringing her unique, narrative style to a global audience. In 2024, she was awarded the Knight of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic, further cementing her significant impact on the contemporary art scene. See more of her work on Instagram.

Length: 1 hour

Level: Beginner

Price: $34.95

Enroll Now

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From ancient cave art to contemporary street art, stencils are tools that have always provided a wide array of creative possibilities. That is why My Modern Met Academy is happy to announce the launch of Introduction to Stencil Art, an hour-long online course on how to cut your own stencils. Taught by street artist Alice Pasquini, the course not only demonstrates how to create stencils but also explores their history and how they can be used in any artistic practice.

Across seven lessons, you'll discover everything from how to quickly cut a curved line to how to take any photo and transform it into a multi-level stencil. Working with letters, figures, and abstract shapes, you'll see just how versatile stenciling can be. Whether you incorporate them into craft projects or use them to facilitate paintings, the possibilities are endless.

So, if you are looking for a new skill, sign up today and receive immediate access to all the lessons. You'll work with Pasquini to learn all the techniques you need to create your own stencils and gain insight into different methods for printing your stencils and creating colorful effects. Once you enroll, you can start the class at your leisure and watch the material as often as you'd like.

In the meantime, scroll down to see three ways stencils can enhance your art. If you are looking for stencil patterns, we also have resources for tons of free stencils to download and start cutting today.

Here are three ways that stencils can help enhance your art.

Create abstract backgrounds

With their graphic nature and ability to be produced repeatedly, stencils are the perfect tools to create interesting backgrounds. Whether you want to draw your own abstract design or get inspired by a pattern found on fabric, the possibilities are endless. You can even use pre-existing materials for stencils, such as old doilies or mesh.

Incorporate text into your art

The written word is powerful and can help enhance your mixed-media art. But if you aren't confident with your hand lettering or just prefer their aesthetic, stenciled text may do the trick. Of course, it's possible to find ready-made stencil letters at many craft stores; cutting your own text will allow you to craft the font and size you desire. You'll also be able to place an entire phrase on one stencil, which cuts down on the precision and labor needed to print each letter individually.

Help facilitate figurative art

Photo: Alice Pasquini

Using stencils to produce figurative art is a hallmark of Pasquini's style, and throughout the course, she'll demonstrate how she uses this tool to help her quickly execute portraits in her own style. By hand-cutting images, you can use the blade much like a pencil, creating lines that will form the base of your finished piece. From there, you can add as much—or as little—detail as you want and produce proportional figures.

So what are you waiting for? Sign up today for Introduction to Stencil Art to start learning.

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Looking for an exciting new technique to enhance your art? Stencils are versatile tools that can speed up the creative process and help you make dynamic mixed-media art. Not only are they reusable, but they also work on any surface, from a large wall to a canvas. In My Modern Met Academy's online course, Introduction to Stencil Art, you'll spend an hour learning how to cut your own stencils from respected Italian street artist Alice Pasquini.

In the online class, the artist not only takes you step by step through the techniques that you'll need to cut a stencil effectively, but she also goes over all of the tools necessary, shows you how to select or take your own photo for a stencil, and gives a lesson on the history of stencil art. Pasquini also demonstrates how to either use spray paint or acrylic paint and rollers or sponges to achieve the look that you are after. You'll work together to layer different stencils and create your own poster. In the end, you'll walk away seeing that stencils can just as useful in the studio as they are on the street.

Designed for beginners, the hour-long course helps unlock a myriad of creative possibilities. Drawing on over 15 years of experience painting public art and in the studio, Pasquini shares tips and tricks that can be applied to any project, from sharing how to easily cut a curved line to how to look at any image and begin cutting a multi-layer stencil without the help of a computer. This is a rare opportunity to learn from one of the experts in the field. While she's taught workshops for international institutions, this is the first time Pasuqini has a publicly available class.

If you're looking to learn a new art skill, take advantage of our special pre-sale and sign up for Introduction to Stencil Art at a special price. You'll receive a 10% discount off the regular price of $34.95 by entering code stencilart10. This will enroll you directly into the course, which is officially being released to the general public on November 12, 2024. On that date, you'll see all the lessons on your student dashboard. You can then watch them at your leisure as often as you'd like.

Renowned street artist Alice Pasquini is sharing her knowledge in a new online class—Introduction to Stencil Art.

Pasquini is known for her colorful street art, which has graced walls around the world.

For the first time, she's teaching others how to cut their own stencils.

After reviewing the history of stencil art, you'll dive into the materials needed, from X-acto knives to spray paint.

You'll then discover how to source images or take your own photos to transform them into stencils.

Pasquini will then demonstrate how to either use Photoshop or simply use photocopies to create multi-layer stencils.

From cutting curved lines to learning where to place bridges, you'll go over the cutting process together.

Pasquini will then demonstrate how to print your stencil and different effects before putting together a final poster project.

The online course is on pre-sale for 10% off until November 11, 2024. After that date, you'll have immediate access to all lessons.

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