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Painting Matryoshka Dolls — Full Guide

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Folk Art Intermediate

Painting Matryoshka Dolls

12 Lessons · 6 hours · 1,247 students enrolled

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About the Artist

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Elena Rivers

Master Folk Artist · 15+ years

Elena has been creating traditional folk art for over 15 years, specializing in Eastern European painting techniques. She studied at the Art Institute of Moscow and has taught over 1,000 students worldwide through workshops and online courses.

Key Techniques

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Fine Brushwork

Mastering fine detail work with liner brushes for delicate floral and geometric patterns.

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Color Layering

Building depth through translucent acrylic layers, glazing, and wet-on-dry techniques.

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Varnish & Finish

Applying protective varnish for durability and that distinctive folk-art luster.

Materials Needed

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Fine Brushes (0–4)
Round & liner
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Acrylic Paint
12+ colors
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Wooden Blank
3-piece set
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Varnish
Matte/gloss

Curriculum (12 Lessons)

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1. Introduction & History
15 min · Free preview
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4. Intricate Floral Patterns
30 min · In progress
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5. Layering and Varnish
25 min · Locked
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+ 9 more lessons after enrollment