Hi, I’m Sarah — a software designer turned oil painter and art educator.

I know that painting skills take time to learn and master — no matter where you start. But I don’t think the process of learning should be frustrating or overwhelming. That's why I'm on a mission to simplify the fundamentals, so you can level up and reach your goals faster.

I design straightforward tools, clear and thorough content, and approachable exercises — all to make it easier for you to get in front of your easel and practice.

Explore my current offerings below.

The Value Card

The Value Card makes mastering values easier. With consistent use and practice, you’ll begin to see and translate values accurately, until it feels second nature.

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1:1 Private Coaching for Beginners

I love working one-on-one with beginner oil painters and now offer private coaching! Whether you’re brand new or have some experience, I can help you build a solid foundation around the fundamental skills of oil painting; like drawing with paint, understanding light and value, color theory, and paint mixing and handling — to name a few.

I’ll meet you wherever you are — from getting comfortable with your tools and supplies to painting your first, 10th, or 100th painting. My goal is to help you better understand critical painting concepts and give you the structure and accountability you need to show up, practice your skills, and get better at painting!

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Private Coaching Fundamentals (online)

from $0.00

Book single or multi-session coaching calls to learn the fundamentals of oil painting.

I’ll meet you wherever you are — from buying your first tube of paint to painting your 1st, 10th, or 100th painting. My goal is to help you better understand critical painting concepts and give you the structure and accountability you need to show up, practice your skills, and get better at painting.

I'll curate each session to address your goals and challenges related to the fundamentals of oil painting; like drawing with paint, understanding light and value, color theory, and paint mixing and handling — to name a few.

In-between sessions, you'll complete personalized homework assignments to practice the skills we discussed and get feedback.

*After your purchase, you’ll receive a link for scheduling. You’ll need to use your session(s) within three months of purchase.

**You’ll be able to download recordings of each session and keep them for life.

Pricing

Introductory session - 30 mins: FREE (first time students only)
Single Session - 60-90 mins: $125
2-pack - 60-90 mins each: $230 ($115 per session)
4-pack - 60-90 mins each: $400 ($100 per session)

Student testimonials

“I’ve already learned an exceptional amount from just two of our coaching sessions. The exercises and feedback for my homework are pushing me to improve my skills. The videos and tutorials information are helping me continue learning in my own time which is great.” - Emma

“I am learning to see the colors, Sarah, as you say. This is the way of painting that I always admired and although it is very hard reading and mixing the colors I see, I do understand the process. Your class has moved me to the next level. Thank you.” - Patricia

“I’m astonished with how much I learned. When you showed me the bowl of lemons I thought, ‘She’s not going to make me paint that is she??’ It looked impossible. I never thought I could advance to more than one object in a painting ... the process you showed me of seeing the object as a whole ... was wonderful.” - Kimberly

“This exercise is really helping me to simplify and I feel like I’m learning so much from it ... it’s the same old story: value value value. I’m counting on you Sarah to pound this into my head lol“ - John

“Through repeatedly working with Sarah, I have learned how to analyze a still life and my own work without her feedback. She’s given me the tools and confidence to be an independent painter.” -Stephanie

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“I am learning to see the colors, Sarah, as you say. This is the way of painting that I always admired and although it is very hard reading and mixing the colors I see, I do understand the process. Your class has moved me to the next level. Thank you.”

— Patricia

“I’m astonished with how much I learned. When you showed me the bowl of lemons I thought, ‘She’s not going to make me paint that is she??’ It looked impossible. I never thought I could advance to more than one object in a painting ... the process you showed me of seeing the object as a whole ... was wonderful.”

— Kimberly

“This exercise is really helping me to simplify and I feel like I’m learning so much from it ... it’s the same old story: value value value. I’m counting on you Sarah to pound this into my head lol ... this one exercise has been worth the course to me!”

— John

“Through repeatedly working with Sarah, I have learned how to analyze a still life and my own work without her feedback. She’s given me the tools and confidence to be an independent painter.”

— Stephanie Stiassni