LEARN TO PAINT WITH CONFIDENCE:

The Proven Framework That Transforms Beginners Into Real Artists, In Weeks, Not Years

You know those “paint and sip” nights where you follow every brushstroke the instructor makes? Fun, yes but they don’t teach you how to paint. Maybe you've gone to one of these nights and then decided, “I want more”. Is the calling to really paint is tugging at your heart?

Even if you feel you are not creative, you may have chosen to pursue this idea and see where it leads. So
 what’s next?

Or maybe you’ve followed YouTube tutorials step by step, only to end up with something that feels like a copy, not your painting.

You love the idea of painting, but secretly wonder: Do I really have what it takes?

 

You absolutely do, you're not missing talent.

The problem? This approach quickly becomes overwhelming. So many theories. So many conflicting methods. You end up with more questions than clarity, wasting hours, and spending money on supplies, and still end up second-guessing yourself. It’s exhausting. And worst of all, you start to wonder if maybe you’re just not cut out for painting at all

What you’re missing isn’t talent, it’s the framework that makes painting ‘click.’ And once you learn it, you’ll finally create paintings that feel alive, confident, and truly your own.

These secrets are ones that have been used by artists for hundreds of years, yet they somewhat forgotten in modern art instruction. I found them! I turned the secrets I learned into my painting process.

Once you learn the elements artists have relied on for centuries, you’ll stop feeling lost and start painting with clarity, freedom, and confidence. 

 

THAT'S EXACTLY WHAT ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS WAS CREATED TO GIVE YOU, THE STRUCTURED PATH TO PAINTING THAT MAKES EVERYTHING CLICK INTO PLACE.

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What you'll learn:


LINE – the starting point of all great art

  • Beyond outlines: use line to direct the eye & create energy
  • Quadrant transfer method for accurate drawings.

 

SHAPE – the glue of a painting

  • Break complex subjects into simple shapes.
  • Create a shape pattern that harmonizes the painting

 

VALUE – more important than color!

  • Train your eye to see light and dark.
  • Use value to create form, light, and perspective

 

COLOR – the science and strategies

  • Hue, chroma, and value explained simply.
  • Why modern primaries (cyan, magenta, yellow) mix cleaner, brighter colors than the old red-yellow-blue wheel.
  • How to avoid mud and unlock luminous color.

 

SPACE, TEXTURE & FORM – bringing it all together

  • Build convincing depth with overlap, edges, and negative shapes.
  • Combine all the elements to create form and dimension.

“This course changed everything for me.”

I realized how important it is to recognize and use the elements of art

MARGIE

“I can’t recommend Essential Elements enough.”

I didn’t realize how much I didn’t know, needed to know, and will continue to know to keep improving. This course has opened my eyes to the elements of art, and that has made all the difference!

JANEY KINNARD

“I have more confidence to paint now.”

I've seen things I'd like to paint, but it's knowing how to start that's challenged me. You gave us basic steps to get started and techniques as we progress through the painting. I have more confidence to paint now because I know how to get started.

JEAN

Your first few paintings won't be gallery-worthy but you'll stop staring at the canvas in fear.

You'll know what to do first, second, third. And shortly after you'll finish a painting and think 'wait, I actually like this.'

You will want to hang it in your living room, not because it is perfect, but because you are proud of what you made.

That's the shift the Essential Elements course makes

                

INTRODUCING

Essential Elements

for the Practical Painter

Essential Elements is your step-by-step guide to mastering the foundational building blocks of art—Line, Shape, Value, Color, Space, Texture, and Form. These aren’t just concepts; they are the core principles that can transform your painting from good to extraordinary.

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What Makes This Course Different?

 Most beginners get stuck copying tutorials or practicing without a plan. Essential Elements changes that by giving you:

A Clear Path → A step-by-step roadmap that builds your skills in the right order.

The “Why” Behind Painting → Understand what makes a painting work so you can create, not just copy.

Visible Progress → Each lesson builds on the last, so your confidence grows naturally.

Beginner-Friendly, Proven Results → Students who once felt lost now paint with joy and confidence.

The Artist’s Eye → Learn to see line, shape, value, and color like a real artist.

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What’s Included

Comprehensive video lessons on each of the 7 elements

Practical exercises to reinforce new ideas

Checklists and step-by-step video demonstrations

Lifetime access to all course materials

This Course Is Perfect If


 
You’re a beginner (or hobby painter)

...who’s tired of just “dabbling” and secretly dreams of creating paintings that look polished and professional.

 

You’re exhausted from piecing together random tips online

You’ve tried before, maybe with YouTube tutorials or paint nights but always end up stuck, frustrated, or doubting yourself. You crave a clear, structured path that actually makes sense. 

 

You don’t just want to copy a painting

 
 you want to understand why it works so you can create your own.

 

You want the technical skills that unlock creative freedom

...so you can express yourself boldly and confidently every time you pick up a brush.

                                    

About Your Instructor

Kathleen Broaderick understands the unique challenges that come with stepping up into the art world—because she lived them herself for decades as an occasional hobby artist.

What started as a period of serious self-directed art study in 2014 blossomed into a decade-long journey of mastering not just painting techniques, but teaching others to overcome the very obstacles she once faced.

From her studios in North Carolina's Appalachian Mountains and Florida's 30A coast, Kathleen has guided hundreds of students through their artistic transformations.

Kathleen's artwork has earned recognition including Walton County Artist of the Year, and her book "The Artist's Virtues" maps out the four stages every artist experiences.

What students love most is her ability to create a safe space where mistakes become discoveries and structured learning meets creative intuition. Kathleen meets you exactly where you are—with patience, expertise, and the understanding that comes from walking this path herself.

“I have acquired so much knowledge and confidence .”

Kathleen always delivers an outstanding experience. I’ve gained so much knowledge and confidence from her classes, and I’m always eager to learn more. She’s the BEST!

SUE HALEY

 

Take a look at Sue's first painting with me vs a more recent one...

Essential Elements – Your Guide to

Better ‱ Bolder ‱ Faster ‱ Fresher Paintings

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BETTER

Learn to make stronger paintings by mastering the essential skills that guide you from inspiration to finished piece.

You’ll start seeing the world through an artist’s eye, breaking what you see into line, shape, and value and follow a clear, structured painting flow of inspiration, preparation, composition, and layering.

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BOLDER

Create more confident work by learning to trust your instincts and choose colors strategically.

You’ll master modern primaries, understand chroma, transparency, and opacity for cleaner mixes, and know when to use bold, high-chroma colors or soft, neutral tones to capture the right mood.

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FASTER

Make steady progress with a clear, repeatable process.

You’ll start with accurate drawings using the grid and quadrant transfer method, then work from a modern palette (just three primaries and white) to mix hundreds of colors with ease.

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FRESHER

Keep your paintings alive and vibrant by using color with intention and making bold, thoughtful marks.

You’ll learn how to avoid muddy mixes, preserve vibrancy, and create single, energetic brushstrokes that bring your work to life.

Stop wasting time on random tutorials and start painting with clarity.

Essential Elements will give you the framework you need to grow, the confidence you crave, and the joy of finally calling yourself an artist.

Complete course access for

$379

One-time payment

PLUS

  • BONUS: Quick Start Guide to Art Supplies — save money and buy only what you need
  • BONUS: 10-Minute Warm-Ups — build skill even in small bursts
  • BONUS: What makes a good reference photo?
  • 30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee, love it or request a refund
YES! I’M READY TO MASTER THE ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS

                                            

Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions?

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“This course has opened my eyes to the elements of art and that has made all the difference!"

I have always loved drawing and painting but had not really done much up until I joined Kathleen's class. I loved it. Kathleen is a great teacher who wants to give you the skills to create art of your own. Kathleen’s process is amazing. She is very ready to answer any questions or concerns, her critiques are always helpful. Her course has opened my eyes to the elements of art and that has made all the difference!

JANELLE J

Take a look at Janelle's first painting with me vs a more recent one...

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