We are halfway through a wonderful free training class run by Nicholas Wilton. It is only available until May 8th so I wanted to fill you in on what's been happening.Nick teaches key principles that guide all your art making - it doesn't matter if you paint abstract or realistic, it doesn't matter if you like colour or black and white, it doesn't matter what medium you use - these principles apply to everything. The reactions from people taking the free course have been amazing:

So far these classes have been amazing. I feel like I have a better perspective and grasp on the intricacies required to take my art to the next level. I know I learned this many years ago but your way of explaining resonates much better. Thank you for you generosity and time.Theresa Allen

Last night, my friend and podcast co-host Alice Sheridan interviewed Nick and he demonstrated the key principles of value and design using paintings by students of the course. The demo was so eye-opening that I wanted to share it  with you. Just grasping these two ideas can dramatically improve your art - no matter whether you are just starting out, or well into an established art career.So make a cup of tea and sit back and watch:It's not too late to join!Once you understand that value and design are key tools you can use in your art, whatever your subject or choice of materials you can use this to really develop and improve your paintings.If you’d like to see the two lessons that have already happened as well as the upcoming lesson on colour, you can sign up here.It's so genuinely exciting to see the results people are having. For example, Cindy Corbett says:

Wow, this video is a game changer for me! With no formal training I have been painting abstracts off and on for a few years with some success, but overall I’ve been feeling like I have no idea what I am doing. The differences principle absolutely makes sense and I cannot wait to apply this new knowledge. Thank you, Nicholas, this is so very helpful. I am excited to learn more!

Sign up now! I can't wait to hear how you feel after seeing the videos!