Finally learn a clear process to abstract the world around you and create beautiful, expressive paintings—no matter your experience level.
You scroll social media and see expressive, loosely painted work all the time—landscapes, still lifes, florals—and wonder how they actually do it.
And somehow it comes out either too realistic (stiff, careful, safe) or too abstract (chaotic, disconnected, unclear).
There's a middle ground. Rosa Roberts has mastered it—and this course shows you exactly how to find it.
If you're craving more energy, more meaning, more you in your work...
That's where abstraction steps in.
By the end of this course, you'll know how to turn any subject into a painting that feels alive.
The foundations of abstraction: simplifying, exaggerating, distorting
How to loosen control and find your expressive rhythm
Tools and surfaces that support intuitive, gestural mark-making
Abstraction exercises drawn from still lifes, landscapes and memory
Techniques for layering, colour shifting, distortion and mixed media
How to build a personal visual language through experimentation
"I loved it. Rosa is such a generous teacher."
"Rosa has a wonderful relaxed style. I felt excited and inspired to paint after taking the course."
I loved seeing Rosa’s process and materials. She has a great way of encouraging you to follow your intuition in your work.”
Rosa introduces her principles for abstracting what she sees, discusses the importance of decision making when painting and how to prepare your surfaces.
Rosa shares why abstraction matters in her practice, and what you can expect to gain from this course.
A deep dive into the principles of abstraction, historical references, and how to reimagine what you observe.
Rosa’s go-to materials and how to adapt the process with whatever you have at hand.
This is the heart of the course. Each module demonstrates one approach in real time -turning observation into abstraction.
Break down any subject into big shapes. Working in layers gives you freedom at every stage.
Stretch, squash, flatten. Add energy and character through deliberate exaggeration.
Combine different angles into one composition—like looking at a bowl from above and the side at once.
Work with oil paint and watercolour to create loose, fluid marks.
Use tiny and large brushes on the same piece for contrast and rhythm.
Combine oil pastel, oil paint, and acrylic on the same surface for rich, layered texture.
Use stripes, dots, and dashes for energy, dynamism and composition.
Green tree on cream background becomes cream tree on green. Reinterpret subjects with unexpected colour.
Cut, collage, and recompose. Not happy with a piece? Be bold—cut it up and start something new.
The final section ties everything together. You’ll finish the course with a clear understanding of how these techniques work together—so you can confidently develop your own personal visual language.
Based in the UK, Rosa is known for her vivid still lifes, expressive brushwork, and intuitive colour sense. She’s exhibited widely and her work has been featured by design studios, galleries, and collectors worldwide.
Her process is fast, layered, and full of energy — and now, for the first time, she’s sharing her method in this step-by-step online course.
Beginners who want to start loose—not learn realism first and "unlearn" it later.
Experienced painters feeling stuck in a tight, controlled style.
Anyone who's tried to paint abstract and felt lost without a process.
You don't need expensive materials or a perfect setup - just the willingness to play.
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Get an intimate look at Rosa’s real workspace — the tools, materials, and energy that shape her art.
Hear Rosa’s insights on staying playful, productive, and inspired — without pressure.
Discover how Rosa creates multiple pieces in parallel — and how you can build momentum in your own work.
Learn how Rosa infuses memory and atmosphere into her landscapes using the same intuitive approach.
Rosa works with simple, accessible materials—nothing fancy or expensive. You’ll mainly use paper or card, along with a small selection of paints and drawing tools such as watercolour, oil paint, oil pastel, acrylic, and brushes of different sizes. You’re also encouraged to work with whatever materials you already have. A full supply list, with flexible alternatives, is provided inside the course.
No, this course stands on its own. But if you loved Still Life Secrets, this is the perfect next step.
It’s fully pre-recorded so you can watch anytime, at your own pace.
Lifetime access, so you can revisit anytime.
Not at all. Rosa walks you through the mindset and the process, step by step.
Yes, all videos include English subtitles.
From the day you purchase, you have 14 days to experience the course. For whatever reason you decide it's not the right fit for you, you can opt for a 100 % refund.
If you’re not happy with the course, please send an email support@arte-way.com and we’ll confirm your refund.
So you don’t have to make the final decision right now. Just sign up now to lock in this discount, see if you like the course, and then make your final decision.
