Charlie Easton: Mastering Acrylic Landscapes

Discover the 5-Question Framework & the “Paint Like a P.R.O.” Mindset Shift That Transforms Ordinary Acrylic Landscapes into Powerful, Story-Driven Art!

The difference between forgettable “wallpaper art” and paintings that command attention isn’t just technique…

It’s about what happens before you even pick up your brush.

Most artists immediately dive into details — painting every blade of grass, every leaf, every cloud…

…only to create flat, unfocused work that takes forever to complete and fails to capture what truly moved them about the scene.

But what if you could approach your landscape paintings with absolute clarity about what matters most?

Award-winning acrylic artist Charlie Easton discovered that the key isn’t about adding more — it’s about focusing on what’s essential. 

After years of creating mediocre paintings that “looked like most other amateur art,” Charlie developed a simple 5-question framework that completely transformed his approach.

This revolutionary framework, combined with Charlie’s unique P.R.O. mindset (Process-driven, Resilient, and Open), has helped him become one of the youngest artists ever awarded the prestigious SFCA designation by the Federation of Canadian Artists.

The results speak for themselves: faster painting, more authentic expression, and landscapes that, as one critic put it, “get to the heart of the matter... full of dynamism, energy, and movement.”

A treat for fans of landscape painting, no matter what their preferred media for painting, Charlie is revealing his complete system in this comprehensive course — a special combined edition featuring both his studio and plein air approaches in one complete package.

In this exclusive Mastering Acrylic Landscapes course, you’ll begin with an in-depth studio session where Charlie walks you through his “5-question” roadmap using detailed explanations, PowerPoint presentations, and real-world examples. 

Then watch as he applies these principles in two complete demonstrations — first creating a breathtaking forest landscape from start to finish in the studio, followed by a plein air painting session where he tackles the challenges of working outdoors.

Meet Your New Instructor, Charlie Easton!

Charlie Easton comes from a distinguished artistic lineage spanning generations — from his mother, a textile designer, to his great-great grandfather, who was sculptor to the king. This rich heritage informs his bold, dynamic approach to landscape painting.

As one of the youngest artists ever awarded the prestigious SFCA (Senior Signature Member) designation by the Federation of Canadian Artists, Charlie has established himself as a commanding voice in contemporary acrylic painting. 

His distinctive style strips landscapes down to their essence, creating powerful works that resonate with viewers who have also “felt the insane power of nature.”

Charlie’s work is heavily influenced by the iconic Group of Seven, Canada’s revolutionary plein air painters, as well as contemporary masters like Marcia Burtt and Joe Gyurcsak. 

His unique artistic vision has earned him recognition as “a fearless painter” whose work is “full of dynamism, energy, and movement.”

Though he teaches only a few select workshops each year, preferring to focus on his own artistic practice, Charlie recently hosted the first Acrylic Live event for Streamline Publishing — a testament to his growing influence in the acrylic painting community.

When you learn from Charlie, you’re not just gaining techniques, you’re gaining a complete mindset shift that students describe as transformative: “Charlie has changed the way I think about my art, and the way that I approach any subject.”

What You’ll Discover Inside:

●       Charlie’s revolutionary 5-Question Framework that instantly clarifies what to focus on in any landscape – the same process that transformed Charlie from creating “amateur art” to award-winning paintings that command attention…

●       The powerful P.R.O. Mindset that frees you from perfectionism and helps you create more authentic, expressive work (students call this “a Post-it note worth keeping on your easel forever”)...

●       How to identify what truly matters in any scene — the secret to creating paintings that feel focused and powerful rather than scattered and generic…

●       Why painting faster actually leads to better, more authentic work — and the exact process Charlie uses to eliminate unnecessary details that bog down your paintings…

●       The surprising truth about plein air painting – Charlie explains why "it’s actually better to NOT KNOW what you’re going to paint" when heading outdoors…

●       A complete understanding of form, perspective, and shape relationships — Charlie’s unique teaching approach makes these concepts immediately applicable rather than theoretical…

●       The “Everything is an Egg” technique for understanding form and light that will transform how you see and paint your subjects…

●       Charlie’s unique approach to perspective that makes viewers feel like they’re standing in the scene rather than just observing it — creating a powerful emotional connection…

●       How to embrace the unknown when painting, opening yourself to discover your authentic artistic voice that galleries and collectors will recognize as uniquely yours…

●       Practical acrylic techniques including wet-into-wet, glazes, veils, and dry-brushing — learn when and how to use each for maximum impact…

●       The exact materials Charlie recommends for both studio and plein air painting — no more wasting money on equipment that doesn’t serve your goals…

●       Two complete painting demonstrations that show you exactly how theory translates into practice — one in the studio and one en plein air…

●       The key to creating depth and atmosphere in your landscapes through strategic value layering and edge control…

●       How to strip a scene down to its essence — creating simple, powerful statements about the places we inhabit…

●       Why most artists fail to create impactful acrylic landscapes and how Charlie’s approach solves this common problem…

●       Learn to paint like a fearless artist — the mindset shift that helps you create work “full of dynamism, energy and movement” ...

●       PLUS: The liberation of editing — discover what to leave out of your paintings for maximum impact (this might be the most empowering lesson of all) ...

●      …and countless other incredible painting tips!

Chapter Breakdown 

PART 1: BEFORE YOU START PAINTING

Introduction

P.R.O. Mindset

The 5 BIG Questions

Understanding Reality

Acrylics & Materials

PART 2: PAINTING DEMONSTRATIONS

DEMO 1: In the Studio

Studio Demonstration Step 1: Ask the 5 Big Questions

Studio Demonstration Step 2: Paint the Distance

Studio Demonstration Step 3: Moving Forward

Studio Demonstration Step 4: Drawn to the Light

Studio Demonstration Step 5: Build & Adjust

Studio Demonstration Step 6: The Final Touches

DEMO 2: En Plein Air

Plein Air Demonstration Intro: Getting a Sense of Place

Plein Air Demonstration Step 1: Ask the 5 Big Questions

Plein Air Demonstration Step 2: Commit to the Canvas

Plein Air Demonstration Step 3: Refinements

Plein Air Demonstration Step 4: Assess in the Studio

Extra Bonuses:

●      BONUS: Color Muting 

●      BONUS: Quick Studies

●      High Speed View for your painting convenience

●      Exhibit of Charlie Easton’s works for your creative inspiration

●      Insights and motivation in a sitdown with Eric Rhoads and Charlie Easton