Come explore the world of oil painting brushes with me. In this beginner-friendly course, I’ll walk you through how different brushes work, how to choose them, and how to use them to bring texture and depth to your art. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your skills, this is a space to grow and experiment together. I also share insights from my book Plein Air Painting With Confidence — a gentle guide to painting outdoors with ease.

Join me as I share how I create texture while priming different surfaces for painting. In this video, I walk through techniques that add depth and interest to your work, from boards to alternative materials. It’s a relaxed, hands-on look at how texture can transform your art. I also talk about my book Plein Air Painting With Confidence — a gentle guide to painting outdoors and finding joy in the process. Let’s explore together.

Join me as I walk you through assembling the Half French Easel — a trusty companion for plein air painting. In this tutorial, I share simple steps and tips to make setup easy, whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your outdoor routine. I also talk about my book Plein Air Painting With Confidence, where I share ways to overcome the challenges of painting outside and embrace the beauty of nature as your studio.

Join me as I share my approach to using mediums in plein air painting. Getting paint consistency right is key — especially when building layers of distance. I’ll show you how I use lean mediums like pure mineral turps to start a painting and how I adjust as I go. It’s all about finding what works for you.

In this week’s tutorial, I share how I approach varnishing and why I tone my canvases with burnt sienna. It’s a simple technique that adds warmth and helps unify your painting surface. I’ll walk you through the process step by step, showing how to get a smooth finish and prepare your canvas with intention. Whether you're new to painting or refining your practice, I hope this helps you feel more confident in your setup.

In this video tutorial, I will take you on a journey into the realm of artistic expression through your iPhone or iPad. You'll discover the art of identifying tonal values and learn how to break them down into a smaller, more defined number of tonal values, a technique that has long been a hallmark of masterful artwork