What is holding you back?

What is holding you back? You've read the emails, you saw the YouTube videos, and you have probably heard me talking about it… but you haven't signed up for the course yet? Why not? You have mentioned that you are interested, and I know that you have entertained the idea to learn how to paint with watercolour,  but something is preventing you from clicking on the link and to go for it…


Allow me to share in short some of the things that held me back to get started on my journey, and maybe you can relate to it. Then I will also share some facts about my courses in a Q&A fashion.



First off, as you might have gathered from my launch campaign,  one of the first things that kept me back from engaging with my dream to become an artist was opportunity. Like I have explained before, up until 10 years ago, opportunities like online learning, at affordable fees was unheard of, in fact it didn’t exists. Now courses like mine are available on various platforms like Teachable and Udemy.



The second thing that held me back was financial resources. Most premium art courses cost a lot of money, and most teachers online charge in US Dollars. If it weren't for friends and family who responded to my plea for support to enable me to enrol in an online program like mine, I would still have only dreamed of becoming an artist.



This is exactly the story of my first course on Udemy! I remember seeing the very first advertisement about an online course in art therapy, and the normal fee for the course was around US $800. The course was on a special, and was available for a huge discount at only $110! I didn't have that kind of money available at the time,  but something inside me said ASK! So I did. The special offer was about to end and the deal would be off the table within 48 hours. So I  decided to share it on my Facebook timeline and ask if any of my friends would be willing to sponsor me. I left it in the hands of the universe. My intention and desire to educate myself was clear. To my surprise,  a client of mine saw my post of my plea for support and contacted me. She transferred the money (nearly R1500) into my bank account and as soon as the funds became available,  I transferred the money to my husband's credit card to purchase the course. I didn’t even have a credit card at the time to make the payment possible! So thanks to these two people who came to my aid, I was just in time to enrol in my very first online course in Art Therapy. Today since that time I hold four certificates in the field of Art Therapy, and the education and training I have at my disposal is helping clients who come to me for counselling and therapy!



The important first step that was taken was mine to take. I had to take a step of faith, and make my needs known to the universe. One of the universal truths that I have learned on my life journey, is that you have to make the first move. When you move, the universe moves with you. It is never the other way around. The task of Life is to present us with the opportunity, it is up to us to take it. Unfortunately so many of us let opportunity slip us by because we believe that it is not the right time, or you don’t have what it takes in the moment… and then opportunities pass us by, never to be repeated again!



I believe that this is an opportunity that I  can now extend to you! This is the last two days that you are able to purchase my Orca in watercolour course at a ridiculously low fee of only R90! That's like $1,25! WHAT? Yes! And what's more is that you have a 30 day money back guarantee! If you’re not satisfied with the course content, you can get your money back no questions asked. Why is my course so cheap? It is my way of opening a door! Because from midnight on the 15th of December SAST the Orca course fee will go up to R180! (That’s about $2,50) This final opportunity will last until midnight on the 31st of December SAST after which this Orca course will be sold at its full value of R450. ($6,75) As the course gains in popularity, so the price will increase over time, so you can see how this is an amaxing offer, never to be repeated again!



So let me share some facts:
• WHAT WILL I LEARN IN THE ORCA WATERCOLOUR COURSE?  Well, you will have the opportunity to paint the subject in two different styles. First is a loose style that is fast and fresh, and then you will engage in the tight and realistic method. You will learn how to transfer the image to your watercolour paper, making it super easy to get started. You will get the opportunity to use various techniques that include; masking, salt, lifting and negative painting. The subject is both a landscape as well as a realistic animal painting.
• THE COURSE LOOKS DIFFICULT. WHAT SKILL LEVEL WILL BE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THIS PAINTING? This course is considered an Intermediate difficulty level because various techniques are used, but it is not impossible. Once the *introduction to watercolour basics course is completed, you should be able to tackle this course with a greatvdeal of success. Things that make this course easy is the clean lines and simple shape of the Orca, as well as the limited palette. The whole process is broken up in chapters that is easy to follow along. (* my introduction to watercolour basics course is available free of charge!)
• WHAT MAKES YOUR COURSE UNIQUE? I offer insight into the symbolism of the Orca, as I have found meaning in the medicine messages that animals provide through the ancient culture of the native Americans who believe that animals are messengers to us. I have included this information in the course, and if you are drawn to this course, it is likely that you will find this information relevant to your life right now.
• IS THERE A MONEY BACK GUARANTEE?  Yes, there is a 30 day money back guarantee.
• IS THERE A POSSIBILITY OF INTERACTION WITH THE INSTRUCTOR? Yes, at the end of each chapter you are able to post comments and ask questions. I will be able to respond and guide you further. You are also able to upload photographs of your work and progress,  that I will also be able to help guide you onwards.
• ARE THERE DEADLINES TO COMPLETE THIS COURSE? No, you can work at it at your own pace. There are no requirements except to enjoy it and to have fun whilst learning.
• DO YOU OFFER CERTIFICATION AFTER COMPLETION? Not for this course. But certification will be available at a later stage once this course becomes part of a bigger learning module as the Academy grows.
• HOW DO I KNOW WHICH MATERIALS I WILL NEED FOR THE COURSE? I provide a complete list of supplies at the beginning of the course. However I do suggest watching a few chapters first before going out to get supplies just to familiarize yourself with the content.
• IS THERE A PREVIEW AVAILABLE TO SEE IF THE COURSE IS FOR ME? Yes, one of the lectures are an open lecture that you can watch to see my teaching style as well as the quality of the video tutorials.
• IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE YOU WANT TO SHARE WITH US? Yes, please visit my YouTube channel, there are additional Orca painting tutorials available for you to enhance the learning experience and it is completely free of charge! Remember to subscribe and enjoy the course!


The YouTube channel link is here:
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Go to My Teachable Academy now to enrol for only R90 here:
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So? What is holding you back? I am interested to hear your story! Simply reply to this communication and let me know what is preventing you from jumping in to make your artistic dreams a reality! Also, why not use this opportunity to let me know what other subject matter would interest you more in the future! Landscapes, still life, botanicals or space?


Visit my website and learn more about me there! Click here:
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Happy painting!


Gideon.