Private Painting Lessons
You say, “I'm not talented. I can’t draw or paint.” Gerard says, “Yes, You Can!”
For over 40 years, Gerard has been turning beginner and intermediate students into accomplished artists. Join us for remote, private painting instructions with a nationally known leader in the field. You'll be amazed at what you can do!
One-On-One, Private Painting Lessons
Learn to Paint from the Comfort of Your Own Home
Why hire a painting coach? Because learning to paint shouldn’t feel overwhelming, frustrating, or lonely. With private online lessons, you’ll get personalized guidance, tailored feedback, and proven techniques—right from your own studio or kitchen table.
✨ For beginners: Think of it as having a creative compass by your side—someone to help you skip the common mistakes, build confidence, and find joy in your very first brushstrokes.
✨ For intermediate painters: It’s about breaking through plateaus, refining your style, and reaching that next level with targeted challenges and exercises designed just for you.
No more guessing, no more spinning your wheels. Together, we’ll make your painting journey focused, fun, and rewarding—without ever having to leave home.
How Does This Work? What is the Process?
Learn to Paint with Personal Coaching—From Home
Whether you’re picking up a brush for the first time or looking to refine your skills, my private online art coaching is designed to help you grow with confidence.
Each month, you’ll enjoy:
🎨 Four weekly one-hour Zoom sessions where we’ll review your current painting(s), explore techniques, and develop your unique artistic voice.
🎨 Personalized weekly assignments that keep you motivated and making progress between sessions.
🎨 Step-by-step guidance tailored to your goals, so you’ll never feel lost or stuck.
Your First Session is On Me!
Try an At-Home Painting Session to Experience the Difference
Discover how personalized coaching can transform your painting. Book a free trial session today and take the first step toward painting with confidence—right from your home.
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Or Sign up for Monthly Remote Painting Classes
$250.00
We hope you'll let us join you on your artistic and creative journey. Private student space is limited. At this time, we have an opening. Sign up now while enrollment is open. I hope to see you soon! _Gerard
Free YouTube Videos - 30 Episodes on Painting Mistakes
Episode #1 Mixing colors
I’ve been in the art field for approximately 50 years – painting, illustrating, teaching, lecturing. And in all that time, I’ve watched students make the same mistakes over and over. The mistakes that were made 30 and 40 years ago, are still being made by the students today.
And it’s not just beginners who make these mistakes; it’s artists who have been painting for a long time.
In this series, we'll delve into the 30 most common art mistakes people make and how to avoid them. It’ll be fun and instructional with solid time-tested content, and with tips and tricks to help you avoid these mistakes in the future. It's Great Content and they're FREE to watch. Here's the link to Episode 1: 30 Painting Mistakes Artists Make | Episode 1 Mixing Colors
Free Video - 30 of the most common mistakes artists make #2
Free Video Series - Episode #2 Bending Reality
In this episode of "30 Painting Mistakes Artists Make," we dive into one of the most common yet overlooked mistakes that can ruin your artwork: bending reality by mismatching your reference photo’s aspect ratio with your canvas. Whether you're a beginner or an intermediate artist, this video teaches you the importance of maintaining proper proportions between your reference image and your working surface. Discover how to use a proportional scale to avoid distortion, ensure accurate value placement, and avoid frustrating mistakes that can throw off your entire painting. If you’re looking to level up your painting skills and stop making these common errors, this episode is a must-watch! Here's the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j26rjm_EDu0&t=64s
Free Video - 30 of the most common mistakes artists make #3
Free Video Series - Episode #3 6 Paint Brush Rules you need to know
Avoid These 6 Brush Mistakes! Are you making these common brush mistakes in your painting practice? In Episode 3 of "30 Painting Mistakes Artists Make", we dive deep into one of the most overlooked yet essential tools in your art journey—your paint brushes. 🎨🖌️ Whether you’re a beginner or intermediate artist, understanding how to choose, use, and care for your brushes can instantly elevate your painting skills. In this episode, I’ll walk you through 6 critical rules every painter needs to know to avoid frustration and unlock more control and expression in their work. Here's the link: https://youtu.be/QKNzJ48ZRfM
Free Video - 30 of the most common mistakes artists make #4
Free Video Series - Episode #4 Choosing Colors to Build a Superior Palette
Are you a beginner or intermediate artist struggling to choose the right colors for your paintings? In this episode we'll dive deep into one of the most common mistakes artists make: selecting poor colors and not organizing their color palette.
In this video, I'll walk you through how to create a color palette that works for you—one that gives you control, consistency, and convenience every time you paint. We’ll discuss: Choosing the Best Colors; How to Organize Your Palette; How to Store Your Tubes of Paint. By the end of this episode, you’ll have a better understanding of how to set up your color palette and how to avoid the frustration that comes with disorganized paints. You'll also gain more control over your painting process, allowing you to focus on what really matters—your art. Here's the link: https://youtu.be/QSrUZVd2rf8