# MICHAEL JAMES SMITH TV — Painting Lessons on Demand

> On-demand painting tutorials for realistic art, from basics to masterpieces. (iPhone/iPad app by PalettePro Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/michael-james-smith-tv/id1497752937 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [PalettePro Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1497752936)
- Category: Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 130 App Store ratings · 135 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.6 · 119 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2020-02-12
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/michael-james-smith-tv/id1497752937/reviews.md

## What is MICHAEL JAMES SMITH TV?

Learn how to paint photo realistic paintings and improve your technique with professional artist Michael James Smith. 

"Whether you are new to painting or a more experienced artist, my painting tutorials will guide you in creating your own beautiful photo realistic paintings. I'll teach you all you need to know from the basics of colour mixing, through to executing the fine details needed to produce a finished masterpiece."

Paint along side Michael in real time while he guides you through the entire process of creating a beautiful picture from start to finish.

With each lesson you get a downloadable reference photo and sketching diagram.

You will gain instant access to hundreds of hours of tutorials with no time-lapse content at all.

While Michael paints mainly in oils his techniques can just as well be applied to painting with acrylics. 

You will find lessons covering a variety of subject matter from landscapes to portraiture, from still life to animals.

Escape from the stresses of modern life, clear your mind and immerse yourself in the joy and relaxation of painting.

To access all features and content you can subscribe to MICHAEL JAMES SMITH TV on a monthly or yearly basis with an auto-renewing subscription right inside the app.* Pricing can vary by region and will be confirmed before purchase in the app. In app subscriptions will automatically renew at the end of their cycle.

* All payments will be paid through your iTunes Account and may be managed under Account Settings after the initial payment. Subscription payments will automatically renew unless deactivated at least 24-hours before the end of the current cycle. Your account will be charged for renewal at least 24-hours prior to the end of the current cycle. Any unused portion of your free trial will be forfeited upon payment. Cancellations are incurred by disabling auto-renewal.

Terms of Service: https://www.michaeljamessmith.tv/tos
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## Key features

- Photo-realistic painting techniques
- Real-time guided lessons
- Downloadable reference photos and diagrams
- Hundreds of hours of content
- Oil and acrylic painting techniques
- Variety of subject matter

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MICHAEL JAMES Subscription | $25.99 | per month |
| MICHAEL JAMES Subscription | $199.99 | per year |


## What do users think of MICHAEL JAMES SMITH TV?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Excellent teacher
- 👍 Lessons for all levels
- 👍 Awesome instructor
- 👍 Wonderful idea for live streams
- 👍 Amazing teacher
- 👍 Solid, real-world instruction
- 👍 Detailed and easy-to-follow lessons
- 👍 Helpful for beginners and experts
- 👍 Transformative for painting skills
- 👍 Comprehensive and universal techniques
- 👍 Builds confidence in painting abilities
- 👍 Flexible online learning format

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional app issues with flickering and crashes
- 🔍 Reference photos not always oriented correctly

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Incompatibility with older devices

**Most requested features**

- Ability to ask instructor questions
- More beginner-level lessons
- Improved video controls (finer scroll, clearer paused view)
- Multilingual support (subtitles, translations)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 135)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/michael-james-smith-tv/id1497752937/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Thank you

*2026-08-22, version 10.200.1*

I always dreamt of really painting but my life was always filled with family and work each year it was put on back burner until I found you several years ago.Thank you for all you have taught me i am turning 80 in a few months a finally get to realize my dream. Joey

### 5/5 — Dan P

*2026-08-20, version 10.200.1*

I love this site. You feel like you are sitting right next to Michael watching him paint and hear him describe what he is doing and why.

### 5/5 — Exceptional

*2026-06-23, version 10.200.1*

Watching his methods is like watching a magician.  Yet, it works.  I can paint along with Michael and learn more than any university program.

### 5/5 — Transformative Instruction

*2026-06-19, version 10.200.1*

My artwork has improved considerably since becoming a member of MJS TV. I love the lessons and Michaels approach to oil painting. Im incredibly happy to be one of Michael’s students. I’m painting again feel inspired to paint more often. I can complete an entire painting in one sitting which is amazing to me. I would recommend MJS TV instruction to anyone who wants to learn how to paint or wants to improve their skills.

### 5/5 — David

*2026-06-05, version 10.200.1*

I have learned a lot in a short amount of time with Michael.  Especially the use of the Rigger Brush!!!  I am from Utah—and am starting to pronounce “Rigger Brush” just like Michael🤣

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2026-06-05, version 10.200.1*

I find the videos easy to follow and explained easily. I work in acrylic and find the skills easily transferable.

### 5/5 — Great instructor

*2026-04-03, version 9.304.1*

Thank you,  have learned valuable techniques. Your work is fabulous!

### 5/5 — Excellent teacher!

*2026-03-05, version 9.304.1*

I’ve never taken art lesson…until now. Michael is not only amazingly talented, he breaks down technique so well, it blows my mind as to how much I’ve learned. Thank you!!

### 5/5 — Lessons for all levels

*2026-02-09, version 9.304.1*

As my title says there’s a range of lessons for all levels of artists…

### 5/5 — Awesome instructor

*2026-02-05, version 9.304.1*

Michael explains things very and holds nothing back. Love this channel

## Frequently asked questions about MICHAEL JAMES SMITH TV

### What does MICHAEL JAMES SMITH TV offer?

This app provides on-demand painting lessons from professional artist Michael James Smith. It focuses on teaching users how to create photo-realistic paintings, covering everything from basic color mixing to advanced detailing. Users can paint along in real-time with the artist.

### What kind of painting techniques are taught?

The app teaches techniques for creating photo-realistic paintings. While Michael James Smith primarily uses oils, his methods are applicable to acrylic painting as well. Lessons cover a diverse range of subjects including landscapes, portraits, still life, and animals.

### How much does MICHAEL JAMES SMITH TV cost?

Access to all features and content requires a monthly or yearly subscription. Pricing can vary by region and will be confirmed before purchase. Subscription payments automatically renew unless deactivated at least 24 hours before the current cycle ends.

### What are the benefits of using this app?

Users gain instant access to hundreds of hours of detailed painting tutorials without time-lapse content. Each lesson includes downloadable reference photos and sketching diagrams. The app also promotes relaxation and stress relief through the immersive joy of painting.

### What devices is MICHAEL JAMES SMITH TV compatible with?

Subscription payments are managed through your iTunes Account and can be controlled in your Account Settings after the initial payment. This indicates compatibility with Apple devices that support iTunes and app subscriptions.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 10.401.1 — 2026-08-23

* Bug fixes
* Performance improvements

### 10.200.1 — 2026-05-21

* Bug fixes
* Performance improvements

### 9.304.1 — 2025-11-06

* Bug fixes
* Performance improvements

### 9.100.1 — 2025-05-17

* Bug fixes
* Performance improvements

### 9.009.1 — 2025-04-13

* Bug fixes
* Performance improvements

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