Hey Artists, This is the post I've been hinting at all week. Recently, I asked about your biggest struggles with tree painting. Over 150 of you replied by email, in the comments, and in the poll. Lollipop trees. Muddy greens. Overworked foliage. Not knowing where to start. I heard every single one of you, and I built this around your answers. I'm launching a brand-new Tree Painting Course at Sam's Art School, and the first live class starts this Sunday, USA time. We'll be painting small, focused works, no larger than 11 x 14 inches. Because this isn't about producing large finished masterpieces. It's about getting in front of the canvas regularly, solving real problems, and becoming a more confident, instinctive painter. And because it's live, you can watch me paint in real time, ask me questions, and see how I think and make decisions as I go. Including when things don't go to plan because that's where the real learning happens. Here's what we're going to cover together: ✅ Different tree species — understanding their unique form and character ✅ Tree canopies — how to paint them without painting every single leaf ✅ Trunks and bark — adding texture and life without overworking ✅ Distant trees — getting the recession and atmosphere right ✅ Colour mixing and tonal values — the foundations that make everything else work ✅ Composition — how to place trees in a landscape so they sing But honestly? Trees are just the vehicle. What this course is really about is becoming a better painter — learning to read a scene, mix colour with confidence, and trust your instincts. This is a live course. We paint together, week by week, for at least a couple of months. And don't worry if you can't make every live session, all classes are recorded, and replays are available so you can watch in your own time. HERE'S THE SPECIAL PART Right now, I'm offering a 7-day FREE TRIAL, meaning you can join Sam's Art School and start the Tree Painting Course completely free before deciding if it's right for you.

Hello! Welcome to the Painters Hub. I'm Samuel, and I'm so glad you're here. 🎥 First: Watch my 10-minute Painters Hub tour (see video below 👇) See exactly how to navigate the community + discover which option is right for your painting journey THE TRUTH ABOUT LANDSCAPE PAINTING Most artists struggle because they jump straight to colour without understanding the foundations. Here's what actually works: Values do all the heavy lifting. Colours get all the glory. That's why we start with sketching and tonal values, not pretty colours. Master these fundamentals, and your paintings will transform. WHAT YOU GET IN THE FREE PAINTERS HUB I've organised my best YouTube tutorials into structured painting courses, so instead of hunting through hundreds of videos, you've got a clear path to follow. These courses cover my core techniques for landscapes, values, colour mixing, all the fundamentals you need to improve. READY TO GO DEEPER? For Rapid Transformation: Join the Sam's Art School ($39/month or $299/year) If you're serious about transforming your painting in the next 7 days with my complete framework—thumbnails, master sketch, values, colour, Sam's Art School is where that happens. You get: - Weekly LIVE painting classes where we work through paintings together - 60+ in-depth live class recordings, much more comprehensive than standard tutorials - My complete 4-stage framework for landscapes - Full critiques of your work - All the painting tutorials from the Hobby tier (so you get everything in one place) - An active community of committed painters - 14-day guarantee - cancel anytime The Art School is the complete package; everything I offer is in there. JOIN SAM'S ART SCHOOL: https://www.skool.com/samuel-earp-online-art-school/about Other Options That Fit Your Journey: I know for some of you, $39/month isn't in the budget right now, and for others, you might not be ready for the live class commitment just yet.