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Gerard Bianco

Gerard Bianco Modern Impressionist Painter

Gerard Bianco Modern Impressionist PainterGerard Bianco Modern Impressionist PainterGerard Bianco Modern Impressionist Painter

Paint With Confidence

You know you can paint better.

But sometimes you simply don't know what to do next.

My Six-Step Painting Method® was developed to help painters overcome confusion, build confidence, and discover their own artistic voice.

Your next brushstroke can change everything!


Gerard Bianco Six-Step Painting Method®

With the Six-Step Painting Method You Will...

Know what to do next. Paint with confidence. Discover your artistic voice.


Painting is a craft—and like any craft, it can be taught and learned.

You don’t have to be Monet or Leonardo da Vinci. You don’t need to wait for divine inspiration or hope that a painting will somehow come together. You need to understand the process of painting and know what to do at each stage.


After decades of teaching, I developed the Gerard Bianco Six-Step Painting Method® to give students that understanding.


I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard a student ask, “What do I do next?” My method answers that question.


This Six-Step Method is a clear, practical process that guides you from the first brushstroke to the final touches. It takes much of the confusion and guesswork out of painting, allowing you to concentrate on what really matters: seeing, making decisions, solving problems, and expressing yourself creatively.


For Beginners

Think of the Six-Step Method as a creative compass at your side. It helps you avoid common mistakes, understand why you are doing what you are doing, build confidence, and experience the satisfaction of creating a painting from beginning to end.

Instead of wondering “What do I do next?” you’ll have a process to follow—and the confidence to use it.

For Intermediate Painters

If you’ve been painting for a while but feel stuck or unable to reach the next level, the Six-Step Method can help you break through those plateaus.

It gives you a systematic way to approach your paintings while strengthening your observation, decision-making, technical skills, and artistic vision.


Your Style. Your Voice. Your Painting.

The Gerard Bianco Six-Step Method® is not about making you paint like me.

It’s about giving you the knowledge and confidence to become a better you.

My goal is to teach you the craft of painting so that you can eventually rely less on rules and more on your own judgment, intuition, imagination, and artistic voice.


No more guessing. No more spinning your wheels. No more wondering what to do next.


The Gerard Bianco Six-Step Painting Method® gives you a roadmap for the painting process—and the freedom to use that roadmap to become the painter you’ve always wanted to be.

Here's How Remote Coaching Works

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.

🎨 Four email critiques of your painting (one per week)
🎨 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.

Why Not Experience The Thrill of Painting, FREE 1st Session

Discover Your Artistic Voice

What if personalized guidance could help you become a more confident painter?

With more than fifty years as a professional artist and teacher, I offer personalized online painting coaching designed to help you develop your skills, strengthen your understanding of painting, and discover your own artistic voice.

Whether you're a beginner looking for a solid foundation or an experienced painter ready to take your work to the next level, each session is tailored to you, your goals, and the way you want to paint.


No commuting. No crowded classroom. Just one-on-one instruction and encouragement from the comfort of your own home.


Your first session is FREE. Try it with no obligation, no signup, no credit card. 

Discover what personalized painting coaching can do for you. Take the first step toward painting with greater confidence, creativity, and purpose.


Space is Limited, so click the link below to claim your FREE session! 


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Monthly Painting Classes

$150.00
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We hope you'll let us join you on your artistic and creative journey. 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: Painting Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Episode 1: Mastering Color Mixing

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 

Top 30 Artist Mistakes: Avoid & Improve

Mastering Proportions: Common Artist Mistakes

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

Brush Tips for Artists: Avoid the Top 6 Mistakes

Master Your Brushes: Top 6 Paint Rules

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

Top 30 Artist Mistakes: Avoid & Improve

Master Your Colors: Build a Stunning 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


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