Hi, I'm Amanda!
Welcome to my little cottage studio!
I help you paint with ease, loosen up your style, and enjoy creating art you love—in a calm, encouraging space.
Step Into The Studio...
1. Begin Here
Grab a cup of tea. Get cozy, and explore my blog and podcast for free lessons, helpful tips, and creative inspiration.
2. Pick a Lesson You’ll Love
Pick a single painting project to enjoy at your own pace. Perfect for when you want to paint something new without a big commitment.
3. Join Our Painting Community
Each month you’ll get new lessons, live sessions, and encouragement to grow your skills—like being part of a cozy circle of painting friends.
4. Grow With Painterly
Ready to take your skills to the next level? Step beyond the basics and develop your own style with structured lessons that build confidence and creativity.
Hear From My Students...
Current members were asked...
"If you could name one thing that has helped you the most what would that be?"
I've learned to paint in my own style....My sales have tripled since I have been following you.
~ Constance S.
I’ve been in so many different groups trying to find what speaks to me, & I found it!
I canceled ALL of those subscriptions!!!Â
~ Carol F.
My work is 100 % improved in just 3 months. Amanda is by far the best art instructor I have ever met.Â
~ Marilyn W.
Amanda is fabulous! I never thought I could paint but she proved me wrong.
~ Leanna R.
 Amanda helps so much with technique, color theory, composition…things I haven’t really taken away from other classes.Â
~ LeAnne S.
The Creative Community provides an opportunity to learn new skills and to practice with others or at your own pace. Amanda is so encouraging and explains concepts clearly.Â
~ Sue B.
I have learned so much!Â
~ Catherine
Thank you Amanda for helping me get my confidence back!
~ Theresa C.
I just recently joined and I love your teaching style. I appreciate how you go step by step to make the process not intimidating.
~ Becky K.
NEW ON THE BLOG & PODCAST
2 Tips To Help You Paint Better Greenery
These two (or possibly 3) things that I mention in today’s video will help you so much if you are having trouble painting greenery in... Read More
How To Create Depth In Your Flowers
Hello there! In the video below, I am in my studio doing a little painting and sharing a tip that will help when you... Read More
Flip Through My Sketchbook: Fun Paintings, Tutorials & Free Sunflower Lesson!
Take a peek inside my latest sketchbook! 🌸 In this video, I share: Personal paintings I’ve created just for fun Step-by-step tutorials from my... Read More
I Hated This Paint Color
Do you have certain colors that you naturally gravitate towards? I do! I also have colors that I’ve avoided for some reason. In this week’s... Read More
Adding Finishing Touches
This week’s video is a short and quiet one, but I hope it will inspire you to paint! I love to watch other artists create.... Read More
Rearranging My Art Studio to Get Motivated to Paint Again
Rearranging my studio gave me the spark I needed to get inspired again—and now I’m working on some big, beautiful floral paintings! If you’re craving... Read More
I Painted Over It
I recently painted over a landscape painting I wasn’t happy with—and ended up creating something I truly love. In this video, I walk you through... Read More
How I Use Florals to Warm Up Before Painting Challenging Subjects
Last week I shared why I believe in mastering one subject before jumping around—and today I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes look at how I... Read More
NEW IN THE SHOP
Sienna Serenade – fine art prints
Paper Prints are printed on high-quality printers using semi-gloss 100# stock.
Large Format Giclee Prints are printed on 300gsm photo paper using state-of-the-art technology with superior inks. Paper prints will need to be framed.
Large Stretched Canvas Prints are printed on high quality, 20 mil canvas and wrapped around a 1/5″ thick wood frame. This option is ready to hang.
Vintage Tulips – fine art prints
Paper Prints are printed on high-quality printers using semi-gloss 100# stock.
Large Format Giclee Prints are printed on 300gsm photo paper using state-of-the-art technology with superior inks. Paper prints will need to be framed.
Large Stretched Canvas Prints are printed on high quality, 20 mil canvas and wrapped around a 1/5″ thick wood frame. This option is ready to hang.
Summer Oranges and Roses – fine art prints
Paper Prints are printed on high-quality printers using semi-gloss 100# stock.
Large Format Giclee Prints are printed on 300gsm photo paper using state-of-the-art technology with superior inks. Paper prints will need to be framed.
Large Stretched Canvas Prints are printed on high quality, 20 mil canvas and wrapped around a 1/5″ thick wood frame. This option is ready to hang.
Two Little Birds – fine art prints
Paper Prints are printed on high-quality printers using semi-gloss 100# stock.
Large Format Giclee Prints are printed on 300gsm photo paper using state-of-the-art technology with superior inks. Paper prints will need to be framed.
Large Stretched Canvas Prints are printed on high quality, 20 mil canvas and wrapped around a 1/5″ thick wood frame. This option is ready to hang.