🎨 Painting Made Simple
The Complete Beginner’s Oil Painting Course
All you need - all in one place
A calm, structured, beginner‑friendly course created for people who want to learn oil painting without confusion, overwhelm, or expensive upsells.
This course exists because learning to paint shouldn’t feel frustrating — and it shouldn’t cost a fortune.
Only £25
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Why This Course Exists
When I first started learning to paint, I quickly realised something:
It was almost impossible to find everything you needed to know in one reasonably priced course.
You could find a little colour theory here… a short brush tutorial there… a quick underpainting tip somewhere else…
But to get the full picture — the complete process — you were pushed into:
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expensive “advanced” courses
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confusing memberships
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ego‑driven instructors
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over‑complicated lessons
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endless upsells
Most instructors seemed more interested in showing how clever they were than actually helping beginners learn. Everything was fragmented, jargon‑heavy, and unnecessarily complicated.
I wanted the opposite.
I wanted a course that was:
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calm
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simple
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structured
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affordable
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complete
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ego‑free
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beginner‑friendly
A online course where you could learn everything you need in one place, without being overwhelmed or pressured into buying more.
Painting Made Simple is that course.
It exists so beginners can finally learn oil painting in a way that feels clear, enjoyable, and achievable — without confusion, frustration, or unnecessary complexity.
A small sample of my paintings
 Richard's Dog |  Flamenco Dancer in Granada |
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 Painting of the boardwalk in La Cala |  Restaurant in Marbella |
 Beach scene in Cornwall |  Flamenco Dancer in Granada |
 John's Dog |  Painting of Deb's House |
What Students Say About Painting Made Simple
Here are a few words from people who took the original version of this course.
Their experiences reflect exactly why Painting Made Simple was created — to make oil painting clear, calm, and achievable for beginners.
Can't believe how much this has improved my painting skills - would definitely recommend
Brought this for my daughter who is absolutely delighted with it.
I've been looking for something like this for ages. It has really given me a new lease of life with my painting, I just can't get enough.
What You’ll Learn - Learn Oil Painting the Simple Way
This course teaches you the full process of oil painting in a simple, step‑by‑step way:
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how to choose the right materials
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how to prepare your surface
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how to mix natural colours
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how to build form and depth
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how to glaze for richness
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how to paint realistic objects
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how to paint landscapes step‑by‑step
Every lesson is calm, clear, and designed to help you learn without feeling overwhelmed.
A Course Designed for Complete Beginners
Most art courses assume you already know the basics. This one doesn’t.
You’ll learn:
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how to hold your brush
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how much paint to use
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how to avoid muddy colours
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how to blend cleanly
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how to build layers correctly
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how to fix mistakes
Everything is explained slowly, clearly, and without jargon — the way beginners actually need it.
Doesn't matter if you have never tried painting before or if you think you can't draw
What’s Inside the Course - Step‑by‑Step Lessons You Can Actually Follow
Module 1 — Foundations of Oil Painting
A complete beginner’s guide covering:
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Paint Surfaces
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Paint Types
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Underpainting
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Mediums
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Oil Painting Rules
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Colour Theory
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Colour Mixing
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Glazing
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Materials
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Brushes
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Wet on Wet
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Painting Styles
This module gives you the confidence to start painting immediately.
Module 2 — Apple Tutorial Series
A calm, step‑by‑step tutorial teaching you:
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underpainting
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colour blocking
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form building
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glazing
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highlights
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finishing touches
Perfect for your first complete oil painting.
Module 3 — Landscape Tutorial Series
Your main project — a full landscape painting taught in clear, structured stages:
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composition
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sketching
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underpainting
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sky
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background
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midground
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foreground
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details
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finishing
This is where everything you’ve learned comes together.
MODULE PREVIEW
Here’s a quick look inside Painting Made Simple. This is part of your first full painting project — the Apple Tutorial.
Timelapse: Your First Apple Painting
Watch this short timelapse to see how your first painting comes together step‑by‑step. You’ll learn the exact brush strokes, colour mixes, and layering techniques used to create this simple beginner project.
Why This Course Works - Create Your First Finished Painting with Confidence
This course is different because:
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it’s calm
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it’s structured
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it’s beginner‑friendly
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it avoids overwhelm
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it teaches the “why” and the “how”
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it shows every step clearly
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it uses simple materials
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it builds confidence, not confusion
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it’s created by someone who struggled to find a clear path — and decided to build one
You don’t need talent. You don’t need experience. You just need curiosity — and a willingness to learn.
Who This Course Is For
This course is perfect for:
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absolute beginners
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people who’ve tried painting and felt frustrated
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anyone who wants a calm, structured learning experience
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people who want to paint realistically
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people who want to learn at their own pace
If you’ve ever wanted to paint but didn’t know where to start, this course is for you.
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