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Welcome to Native Studio Art Academy

Create Beautiful Paintings Every Week

Landscapes • Wildlife • Water • Mountains
• Oceans • Perspective • and more.

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INSIDE THE ART ACADEMY...

BUILD REAL SKILLS

Step-by-step lessons that help you master the fundamentals and grow your abilities.

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SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY

Connect with fellow artists, share your artwork, and get encouragement every step of the way.

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INSPIRATION & GROWTH

Stay inspired with new content, creative challenges, and guidance to reach your goals.

CHOOSE YOUR JOURNEY

Courses designed to take you from your first brushstroke to artistic confidence.

Artist's Start Collection

Perfect starting point. Learn the essential skills every artist needs to paint with confidence.

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Artist Roadmap

A guided path to help you set goals, stay focused, and grow as an artist.

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Artist Mentorship

Personal guidance and support to help you reach your next level as an artist.

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MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Professional Indigenous Artist, CEO of Native Studio Art

BARBARA DERRICK

Founder • Artist • Educator • Mentor

As the founder of Native Studio Art, Barbara Derrick has spent years helping artists of all ages discover their creativity and develop their painting skills. Through practical instruction, encouragement, and a supportive learning environment, she believes anyone can learn to paint with confidence.

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