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The School of Happy Painting Membership

 

A Monthly Creative Space with Juliette Crane

Painting classes that nurture your style, spark your imagination, and bring joy to your art practice

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What Is The School of Happy Painting Membership?

 

The School of Happy Painting is a cozy, joy-filled membership designed to gently guide you back to your creative self.

Inside, you’ll find seven full-length online classes, taught by artist and creative mentor Juliette Crane, all ready for you the moment you join. Whether you’re just beginning, returning to art after a long pause, or looking to reignite your creative spark, you’ll find inspiration, encouragement, and ease.

You’ll start with Serendipity 1: Develop Your Style, a foundational course that helps you loosen up, discover your own voice, and build confidence through intuitive mixed media techniques.

From there, follow your curiosity…
→ Paint expressive eyes and soulful faces
→ Create watercolor portraits and whimsical animals
→ Layer mixed media with flowers, patterns, and texture
→ Work quickly in 15-minute sketchbook sessions or take your time with layered canvas pieces

This is a space to play, explore, and come home to your creative joy — one brushstroke at a time.

 

 

Why People Love the Membership

 

This membership was created to meet you exactly where you are. No pressure. No rush.

Whether you’re picking up a brush for the first time in years or you’ve been creating for decades, everything is pre-recorded and available 24/7 — so you can paint on your own time, in your own way.

Inside, you’ll find:

* 7 full-length online courses
* A library of techniques, prompts, and inspiration
* Projects that help you loosen up and stay creatively connected
* A warm, supportive space that invites joy, freedom, and self-expression

If you’ve been feeling creatively stuck, longing for a reset, or craving a more playful approach to painting — this space is for you.

How it Works

 

Your membership gives you instant, ongoing access to a full library of online courses — over 100+ painting lessons across seven different classes.

You can dip your toes in for a month or dive deep for a year. Everything is self-paced and yours to explore in your own rhythm.

What's Included?

 

Serendipity 1 – Develop Your Style:

25 projects to help you find and strengthen your unique voice — includes a full-length painting.

 

Serendipity 2 – Loosening Up with Mixed Media:

25 expressive, flow-based projects plus a full-length painting.

 

Faces Mixed Media Portraits:

13 quick, approachable projects focused on mixed media faces.

 

Enchanted – Soulful Eyes and Faces:

30+ paintings and techniques for eyes, characters, and soulful expressions.

 

Bliss Mixed Media Painting:

45+ short, playful sketchbook projects for loosening up and staying inspired.

 

Whimsical Animals:

30+ projects including owls, rabbits, and bears — many under 15 minutes.

 

Joy Of Painting:

30+ projects exploring whimsical figures, animals, and joyful self-expression.

Who Is This For?

 

This space is for anyone who wants to paint, play, and feel more like themselves again. No experience is necessary. Just bring a few basic supplies and a willingness to explore.

What members are saying

“This course was the in depth instruction that I was really looking for to take some of the quick pieces I’d done and really develop them further. Watching Juliette work through a piece until she really felt the character develop was so helpful. Knowing that I wasn’t making any mistakes and that if something wasn’t working just changing my tool or supply could get me right through that tough spot was so useful. I really found that after this course I was able to not let negative self talk that was holding me back so often with my art get me down. Juliette is so relatable that I felt she’s been there and felt that too and she had solutions that really worked.” - Abi Bell

“The best thing about this course is that I can share it with my 5 children. I am a homeschooler, and my 3 girls & son cannot wait for our weekly “art classes” with Juliette.” – Tasha Miller

“I’m having so much fun with Juliette and her Joy Of Painting class. Playing with new materials and exploring different styles and techniques is such a nice way to switch things up when I need a little creative boost.” -Steph Joy Hogan

“This class changed my art life forever! One of the best classes I have ever taken. Juliette is so clear and easy to follow along. I never thought I would be able to paint an owl, or any animal. Now I just paint them easily! I am forever grateful to this class!” -Angelica Escalera

“So many videos and Juliette’s helpful commentary and guidance through the whole process. It really helped me loosen up while experimenting with many different media and techniques. Other classes I’ve taken just speed edit through the most important parts, while Juliette takes the time to explain what motivates her artistic process. That, for me, is the value of a class.” -Isabelle Lafrance

“Your instruction is not just an instruction on how to paint pretty pictures but it’s for creative process. It helped me in facing my fear of I'm-gonna-mess-this-up or I'm-not-a-good-artist. I really love that you guided me through openness so I can let what wants to appear, appear. So grateful” -Zoi Fuji

“I love your forgiving approach and so appreciate your personal thoughts, especially tips for working through the creative ruts and dry spells we all encounter from time to time.” -Kim Lacefield

“Juliette shares every step of her creative process in an honest way. The videos are worth watching over and over. I am inspired to try so many new things!” -Mo Brady

“Juliette, you gave me more inspiration and courage than you will ever know — I enjoy your easy going nature and that you show us your frustrations and how you make what you consider ugly characters into wonderful ones.” -Joanne Summy

“Thank you for teaching me to let go… splash paint… enjoy… and discover the joy of serendipitous moments.” – Sandy Leamon Derryberry

About Juliette 

Hi, I’m Juliette Crane — artist, writer, and founder of The School of Happy Painting.

This membership was born from my own experience of returning to art after years of burnout and self-doubt. I know what it’s like to hide your creativity away, and I also know the joy that comes from letting it back in.

Painting became my way home. It helped me reconnect with myself, loosen up, and live more fully from the heart.

Now, with more than 15 years of experience as a full-time artist, I’ve guided thousands of students through my intuitive, soulful painting process. I’m here to support you in building confidence, discovering your unique voice, and finding joy in every brushstroke.

I’m so glad you’re here.

With love,
Juliette

Frequently Asked Questions

 

Can I try it for a month and then switch to the yearly plan?

Yes! That's a perfect way to see if The School Of Happy Painting Membership is a good fit for you right now. After the first month, it's easy to switch over to the yearly plan. Just email [email protected] and we’re happy to help you make the transition.

 

Do I need to attend at a certain time? 

You can do it all at your own schedule - everything is prerecorded and accessible anytime.

 

How do I share my artwork? Will there be critiques?

You’ll have direct access to Juliette in our optional private Facebook group where you can connect with other artists. This offers an encouraging, safe, supportive and friendly place to share your in-progress or finished artwork. Ask for feedback or just share and see what others are working on.

 

Can I join anytime?

Enrollment for The School Of Happy Painting Membership opens twice a year.

 

What do I need to participate?

You'll need a good wifi connection to access the information and videos, in addition to any art supplies you're inspired to work with, you'll find a list of Juliette's favorite supplies inside each class, and we're happy to answer any questions about materials that arise. Videos are not downloadable.

 

What if I need tech support?

No problem! Just email [email protected] when questions arise.

 

What if I want to switch from an annual to a monthly membership?

When you choose the yearly option, you can change to the month-to-month option after twelve months. When you choose the month-to-month option, you are welcome to change to the yearly option at any time.  Just email [email protected] and we’re happy to help you make the transition.

 

What if I want to cancel?

When you choose the month-to-month option, you are welcome to cancel your membership at any time. You will lose access to the content when your next billing cycle begins. You can also rejoin at any time. When you choose the yearly option, you can cancel after twelve months.

 

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The School of Happy Painting Membership

For a limited time, enjoy 30% off the annual plan—just $243.60 for the first year (renews annually). Or choose the monthly plan for $40/month (cancel anytime).

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