Being deeply inspired by artists like Edward Seago and John Singer Sargent, both masters of loose, expressive brushwork - I try to bring that same freedom and freshness into both my own paintings and my teaching.

My teaching style is relaxed, encouraging, and completely jargon-free, so whether you're picking up a brush for the first time or returning to painting after a break, you'll find the lessons easy to follow and full of practical tips.

This little art school of mine is run by just two people - myself, and my wonderful wife Kate, who works behind the scenes managing admin, supporting our travels, and encouraging me every step of the way. We keep things simple, personal, and focused on helping you enjoy painting.

My Mission

My mission is simple: to help as many people as possible enjoy the joy of painting and gain confidence in their own creativity. Through step-by-step tutorials in watercolour or oil painting, I aim to show the full process - not just the polished end result - so you can learn techniques, develop your eye, and truly understand how a painting comes together.

This isn’t a mentorship programme

I don’t offer one-to-one feedback or critiques, as my time is devoted to creating tutorials for a wide audience. With over 2 million views per year and a growing number of members, my focus is on sharing as much knowledge as I can in a way that’s affordable and accessible.

There’s also a friendly members' forum where you can share your artwork, ask questions, and connect with others on the same creative journey. While I don’t offer personalised critiques, the community is a great source of support and encouragement.

what you can expect from our membership programme

Tier 1 memberships (either watercolour or oils)

Join Our Creative Community!

Becoming a member is a fantastic way to support my YouTube channel and helps me keep creating regular, inspiring content. Tier 1 is a lovely way to show your support - and as a thank you, you'll receive an invitation to our weekly live stream, along with access to the members forum, where we share ideas, tips, and encouragement.

Tier 2 Memberships (either watercolour or oils)

Stepping up to Tier 2, you’ll enjoy everything from Tier 1 plus access to replays of the live streams, all the reference materials that come with each session (including photo references and traceables when available), and full access to a growing archive of workshop videos. Tier 2 also includes a monthly workshop where we take things more slowly and dive deeply into the techniques of both oil and watercolour painting.

combo tier (watercolour and oils combined)

If you love both mediums, there’s also a Combo Tier, which gives you access to everything in both Tier 2 memberships - oil and watercolour - making it great value for anyone who enjoys painting in both styles.

youtube memberships

Not only do I offer membership here on my website, but for those who don't speak English, there’s also a YouTube membership option where you can watch videos in your native language. However, for English speakers, I would recommend joining through the website for the best experience.

** Please note that I no longer use Patreon - so if you were a Patreon member, I kindly ask you to move over to the website membership. Thank you so much for your continued support!