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Tails Jekel's Guide to
Figurative Impressionism
Build a foundation in Figurative Impressionism with 6+ hours of content and 20+ video lessons guiding you step by step through your artistic journey.
Art isn't just technique, it's feeling.
When I first started painting in 2017, I didn't have formal art training or a clear roadmap. I just had a brush, some paint, and an obsession with capturing light, color, and the human form in ways that felt raw and honest.
Maybe you've felt that too. You see a scene and imagine how you'd translate it onto canvas, how you'd let the brushstrokes breathe and the colors glow, but turning that vision into a finished painting feels uncertain or out of reach. You want your work to feel alive and expressive, but you're not sure where to begin or how to develop your own artistic voice.
Here's the truth: figurative impressionism isn't about innate talent. It's about observation, experimentation, and learning intuitive principles that make the process both accessible and deeply personal.
In Tails Jekel's Guide to Figurative Impressionism, I'll guide you through every stage of creating expressive figurative paintings, from initial ideation to final brushstroke. You'll learn how to build dynamic color palettes, compose with intention, work with light and atmosphere, and develop a painting practice that feels authentic to you.
By the end, you'll have paintings that don't just look skilled, they feel personal. You'll understand the creative flow from concept to finished work, and you'll have the confidence to keep exploring your own artistic vision.
Because art isn't about perfection. It's about expression and seeing the world through paint, one brushstroke at a time.
Hi, I'm Tails!
(like "heads or tails")
I am a full-time artist from West Michigan. I started painting in 2017, when I was 13. By my senior year of high school, I had a solo art show at a gallery. At the end of 2022, I attended Michigan State University as a studio art major, but I dropped out after my first semester because I didn’t want to pay for it anymore. I’m now 21, and I’ve been painting professionally in my bedroom for three years.
I call myself self-taught, and for that reason, I tend to explain art concepts in a very intuitive way because I learned them with a brush in my hand instead of a textbook. Painting is what I’m most passionate about; it’s a deep-rooted obsession that hasn’t escaped me. I can’t wait to share everything I’ve learned that brought me to where I am today.
Master the Art of Figurative Impressionism!
✦ Imagine creating expressive figurative paintings full of atmosphere, with confident brushwork and luminous color.
✦ Imagine mastering color theory, composition, and the balance between planning and improvisation.
✦ Imagine proudly sharing your work, knowing you've developed your own authentic artistic voice.
I know the frustration of looking at a scene and not knowing how to translate it onto canvas, of struggling with color mixing or feeling like your paintings lack depth and emotion. I've been there too, wondering if I could ever capture light and atmosphere the way I envisioned. That's exactly why I created this course.
Tails Jekel's Guide to Figurative Impressionism was designed to guide you through my entire creative process, condensing eight years of knowledge into one seamless experience.
You'll learn how to build dynamic color palettes and understand color temperature, compose with intention and guide the viewer's eye, work with light, atmosphere, and contrast, paint expressively with both acrylic underpainting and oil techniques, and develop your personal artistic voice through experimentation and discovery.
By the end, you won't just have finished paintings, you'll have the confidence and intuitive understanding to keep creating powerful figurative work that feels authentic to you, each piece capturing the emotion and atmosphere you envision.
Let's begin this journey together and bring your artistic vision to life.
When You Complete the Course, You’ll Have the Skills to:
Bring Your
Paintings to Life
You'll learn how to compose with intention and build luminous color palettes, translating emotion into every brushstroke to create paintings that truly resonate.
Master Light
and Color
You'll discover how to work with contrast, color and atmospheric perspective, transforming simple scenes into expressive paintings that glow with visual impact.
Develop Your
Artistic Voice
You'll bring together technique and personal expression to craft finished paintings that reflect your unique vision, ready to share your artistic journey confidently.
Course Content
The course is divided into 5 comprehensive modules featuring over 6 hours of lessons and hands-on demonstrations, thoughtfully structured to help you progress step by step. You’ll gain access to 20+ in-depth video lessons you can pause, replay, and revisit anytime as you strengthen your skills and artistic voice.
This course welcomes everyone—from intermediate artists refining their technique to passionate painters exploring expression, color, light, and composition. Each module builds on the last, starting with ideation and color theory, then moving through acrylic underpainting and oil painting techniques to create expressive, atmospheric figurative art.
With each lesson and every painting, your confidence will grow. Practice will transform hesitation into creative freedom, and by the end, you’ll be painting figurative works that blend technique, emotion, and atmosphere—art filled with luminous color, expressive brushwork, and authentic vision.
In My Course, You'll Learn:
Modules 1 & 2
Foundations & Color Mastery
Learn how to find inspirationand develop your unique artistic voice. Explore temperature, contrast and atmosphere while building dynamic palettes using glass palette techniques. Discover how to create glowing effects and understand the balance between technical skill and creative expression that defines figurative impressionism.
Modules 3 & 4
Composition & Acrylic Foundations
Learn how to guide the viewer's eye, build symbolism and balance planning with improvisation. Master practical techniques including brush selection, studio lighting, gridding and projection methods, and discover how to simplify complex scenes into powerful visual statements while building from big shapes to refined details with confidence.
Module 5
Oil Painting
& Finishing
Complete your paintings with oil painting techniques that bring life to your work. Explore brush choices, fat over lean principles, and optical mixing methods like stippling and dry brushing. Learn how to recognize when your painting is truly finished and develop the confidence to make bold creative decisions that reflect your signature style.
Included in My Course Fees
Foundations & Tools
We’ll begin by exploring the essential tools and techniques you need to start your artistic journey. You’ll learn how to get the most out of the materials at your fingertips.
Hands-On Practice
Theory is helpful, but progress comes from practice! You’ll find plenty of exercises designed to help you improve, along with tips to make your artwork stand out.
Lifetime Access
Your enrollment gives you unlimited, lifelong access to all lessons. Learn at your own pace, revisit tricky topics and take the course in small steps, even just a few minutes a day.
Learn Your Way
One of the greatest benefits of this course is flexibility. Watch lessons from any device, at home or on the go. Repeat them as many times as you need to master each step.
Creative Community
When you join the course, you’ll also join a group of students who share your passion. Share progress and connect with others who are walking the same artistic path.
Personal Guidance
You won’t go through this journey alone. I’ll be here to support you with thoughtful feedback, helping you overcome challenges and stay fully motivated as you grow.
Course Structure
Tails Jekel's Guide to Figurative Impressionism helps you develop your artistic skills through an intuitive and inspiring process. You'll make real progress as you paint, experiment, and bring figurative work to life—building confidence with every brushstroke, color choice, and composition.
All lessons are recorded in full HD and fully adjustable in speed, audio, and quality, so you can learn at your own pace. Each tutorial includes clear demonstrations, behind-the-scenes insights, and detailed explanations of my creative process.
The course is hands-on and thoughtfully structured. You’ll learn color theory and palette building, composition and visual flow, light and atmosphere, as well as acrylic underpainting and oil techniques. You can revisit lessons anytime and connect with other students to share your growth and explore the expressive world of figurative impressionism together.
Bonuses
Extra content that you will get for free with the course!
TBD
An exciting new bonus will be revealed here, offering even more value and support to enhance your learning journey inside the course.
$49 FREE
TBD
An exciting new bonus will be revealed here, offering even more value and support to enhance your learning journey inside the course.
$49 FREE
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