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Grow Your Joy of Painting With Cheryl

An acrylic decorative painting membership with a clear path, step-by-step guidance, and a supportive community... so you can build real skills and create finished pieces you're proud to display.

🎨 Teaching since 1993 ❀️ Step-by-step guidance & support

$27 USD per Month Β· Less than $1 a day Β· Instant access Β· Cancel anytime

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Does Any Of This Sound Familiar?

You love the idea of painting. You've watched tutorials, maybe bought supplies, maybe even started a few projects. But somewhere along the way, things stalled.

  • You watch video after video but still feel unsure of what to do next.

  • You have half-finished projects tucked away in a drawer somewhere.

  • You feel overwhelmed by all the techniques, materials, and conflicting advice.

  • You worry your projects won't turn out the way you hoped.

  • You secretly wonder if you're just "not artistic enough."

  • You tell yourself you'll get back to it β€” but you never quite do.

Here's what I want you to know:

It's not a talent problem. It's a structure problem.

Most painters don't need more videos.

They need a clear path, the right guidance, and someone in their corner when they get stuck.

That's exactly what Earmark Creative Studio was built to provide.

Imagine If Painting Felt Completely Different

Here's what members of Earmark Creative Studio experience:

From

❌ Feeling overwhelmed and unsure where to start

❌ Starting projects and never finishing them

❌ Guessing at techniques and hoping for the best

❌ Watching YouTube and still feeling stuck

❌ Feeling like someone who "just dabbles"

❌ Painting alone with no one to ask

To

β†’ βœ… Knowing exactly what to paint next

β†’ βœ… Completing pieces you're proud to hang on your wall

β†’ βœ… Building skills layer by layer with clear step-by-step guidance

β†’ βœ… Learning from a structured path designed to build on itself

β†’ βœ… Seeing yourself as a real artist β€” because you are

β†’ βœ… Being part of a community of caring and supportive painters

And perhaps most importantly... painting stops being something you feel guilty about not doing, and becomes something that genuinely helps you slow down, decompress, and reconnect with your creativity.

Welcome to Earmark Creative Studio

A decorative painting membership designed to help you grow... wherever you're starting from.

Whether you're picking up a brush for the very first time, returning to painting after years away, or already have experience and want to go deeper... Earmark Creative Studio gives you a clear path forward.

You'll have everything you need in one place: structured lessons, monthly projects, live support, a growing technique library, and a community of painters who genuinely cheer each other on.

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Monthly Projects
New step-by-step projects every month

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Project Archive
Access to all previous projects

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Technique Library
A growing collection of how-to videos

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Recorded Workshops
Watch replays anytime, at your own pace

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Live Q&A Sessions
Get your questions answered by Cheryl directly

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Challenges
Fun ways to practice and stay motivated

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Templates & Patterns
Ready-to-use resources for every project

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Community
A supportive, encouraging group of painters

INCLUDED WITH YOUR MEMBERSHIP TODAY

Brilliant Brushes...
Your Complete Decorative Painting Foundations Course

From complete beginner to confident intermediate painter β€” step by step.

Most painters try to learn techniques randomly.
They watch a tutorial here, try a technique there, and wonder why progress feels so slow.

Brilliant Brushes was built differently.

It's a complete foundations course included with your Earmark Creative Studio membership.
And it's unlike anything else you'll find in a painting membership.

Here's how it works:

  • 2 Parts. 8 Modules. Dozens of lessons β€” all organized in a specific sequence so that every skill builds on the one before it.

  • Prerequisite skills are taught first β€” so you're never thrown into a technique you're not ready for.

  • Each module ends with a complete project β€” so you can see your progress and feel the satisfaction of finishing something beautiful.

  • Skills stack as you go β€” so by the time you reach Module 8, you're painting pieces that would have felt impossible when you started.

This isn't a random collection of videos. It's a structured learning path designed to take you from "I don't know where to start" to "I can't believe I painted that."

And once you've completed Brilliant Brushes, the full membership is waiting β€” with monthly projects, advanced techniques, and a community to keep you growing.

ALSO INCLUDED

ALSO INCLUDED

Never Wonder "What Should I Learn Next?"

The Painter's Path helps you find exactly where you are β€” and where to go next.

One of the most common frustrations painters face is not knowing where they fit or what they should focus on.

Are you a beginner? Intermediate? Somewhere in between?

The Painter's Path is a unique tool inside Earmark Creative Studio that helps you:

βœ” Understand your current skill level clearly
βœ” Identify the lessons and resources most relevant to you right now
βœ” Know exactly what to work on next β€” without guessing
βœ” Progress at your own pace without feeling lost or left behind

Whether you're brand new or returning after years away, The Painter's Path makes sure you're always working on the right things at the right time.

Meet Cheryl Poulin

Teaching decorative painting since 1993.

Hi, I'm Cheryl.

For more than 30 years I've been helping painters of all levels discover what they're truly capable of ... and have a lot of fun doing it.

I've seen the same thing happen again and again: people don't quit painting because they aren't talented. They quit because they feel stuck, unsupported, and unsure of what to do next.

That's why I built Earmark Creative Studio the way I did.

Every lesson is designed to be clear, encouraging, and genuinely doable... whether you're picking up a brush for the first time or returning to a craft you've always loved.

My goal is simple: I want you to finish projects you're proud of, build skills that stick, and fall in love with painting for the first time... or all over again.

I can't wait to paint with you.

β€” Cheryl

Here's What Painters Say About Learning With Cheryl

"Loved your classes! Such a welcoming and positive environment. I had zero confidence and I am amazed at what I was able to create in your classes. I still have many of the paintings on my wall."

β€” Christina H.

"Painting with you is always so relaxing. When I get stressed when I make a mistake, you always help me fix it. I like that you show me rather than do it for me. This has made painting so much more pleasant and a great learning experience."

β€” J. Smythe

"I've painted with you many times and I always learned something new. You made me feel more confident and I fell in love with painting all over again."

β€” Diane L.

"Even though I've been painting for some time, I learned a lot from your videos. I was always stuck on why I couldn't do a certain stroke properly but now I see what I was doing wrong."

β€” Chrystine M.

$27 per Month Β· Less than $1 a day Β· Instant access Β· Cancel anytime

"But What If..."

I hear these concerns a lot. Here's the honest truth.

"What if I'm a complete beginner and it's too advanced for me?"

Earmark Creative Studio was built with beginners in mind. Brilliant Brushes β€” included with your membership β€” starts from the very beginning and builds skills one layer at a time. You don't need any prior experience. You just need to show up.

"What if I can't draw?"

Decorative painting is not about drawing. It's about brush techniques, colour, and pattern β€” and all of those are teachable skills. Many of our members had never drawn a thing in their lives before they started painting beautiful pieces. Templates and patterns are included to make it even easier.

"What if I join and never use it?"

That's a fair concern β€” and it's exactly why the Painter's Path exists. Instead of logging in and feeling overwhelmed by a library of content, you'll know exactly where to start and what to do next. The structure is designed to keep you moving forward, not spinning your wheels.

"What if I don't have much time?"

Even 20–30 minutes a few times a week is enough to make real progress inside the Studio. Lessons are designed to be digestible. You work at your own pace. There are no deadlines, no pressure, and no "keeping up." You go when you can, and the content is always there waiting for you.

"What if I'm afraid I'll waste money on something I don't finish?"

You can cancel anytime β€” no contracts, no penalties, no awkward cancellation process. If you join and decide it's not for you, you simply cancel. But here's what I've found: when people have a clear path and real support, they don't quit. They finish things. That's the whole point of how the Studio is built.

"What if my projects don't turn out?"

They might not be perfect the first time β€” and that's completely okay. That's how learning works. Inside the Studio you have Live Q&A sessions where you can ask Cheryl directly, a community of supportive painters, and step-by-step guidance designed to help you troubleshoot and improve. You're never stuck alone.

"I already watch YouTube. Why do I need this?"

YouTube is great for inspiration. But it's not structured. It doesn't know where you are in your development. It can't answer your questions. And it doesn't give you a path. Earmark Creative Studio gives you all of that β€” plus a community, monthly projects, and a teacher who has been doing this for more than 30 years.

$27 per Month Β· Less than $1 a day Β· Instant access Β· Cancel anytime

More From Painters Who've Learned With Cheryl

"Your classes were very enjoyable and I always learned something new. Your classes were always relaxed, and I never felt pressured to paint at a quicker pace."

β€” Wendy B.

"Always guaranteed a chuckle or two in your workshops! I love your teaching style and how you explain things in so many different ways."

β€” F. Volek

"I so enjoyed all my painting classes with you Cheryl. You were always so patient and thorough and fun!"

β€” Myriam D.


"It was my very first time to do tole painting with you, Cheryl. I've learned a lot, enjoyed and came back for more workshops. I would actually love to come paint with you again."

β€” Irena B.


"I have been painting with you for many years, love learning from you and appreciate your patience."

β€” Johanne F.


"I loved the videos! I especially loved painting the stippled evergreen. I'll be making my own Christmas cards this year!"

β€” Christine V.

ENROLLMENT IS OPEN β€” FOR A LIMITED TIME

Join Earmark Creative Studio Today

Everything you need to grow your joy of painting β€” in one place.

βœ… Brilliant Brushes β€” Complete foundations course (Beginner β†’ Intermediate, 2 parts, 8 modules)

βœ… The Painter's Path β€” Your personal roadmap to know exactly where you are and what to learn next

βœ… Monthly Projects β€” New step-by-step decorative painting projects every month

βœ… Project Archive β€” Access to all previous projects from day one

βœ… Technique Library β€” A growing collection of how-to technique videos

βœ… Recorded Workshops β€” Watch replays anytime, at your own pace

βœ… Live Q&A Sessions β€” Get your questions answered by Cheryl directly

βœ… Challenges β€” Fun ways to practice, stay motivated, and grow

βœ… Templates & Patterns β€” Ready-to-use resources for every project

βœ… Community β€” A warm, supportive group of painters cheering you on

$27 USD per Month Β· Less Than $1 A Day

Billed monthly Β· Cancel anytime Β· No contracts Β· No risk

πŸ”’ Secure checkout Β· Instant access upon joining Β· Cancel anytime

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much time do I need each week?

How much time do I need each week?

Even 20–30 minutes a few times a week is enough to make meaningful progress. All lessons are self-paced and always available. There are no deadlines and no pressure to keep up with anyone else.

What supplies do I need to get started?

What supplies do I need to get started?

You don't need a lot to begin. A basic set of acrylic paints, a few brushes, and a surface to paint on is enough to get started with Brilliant Brushes. A recommended supplies list is available inside the membership.

Is this beginner friendly?

Is this beginner friendly?

Absolutely. Brilliant Brushes starts from the very beginning and builds skills progressively. No prior experience is required. If you've never painted before, this is the perfect place to start.

Can I work at my own pace?

Can I work at my own pace?

Yes. All lessons, workshops, and projects are available on demand. You can work through them in any order that makes sense for your level, or follow the structured path inside Brilliant Brushes and The Painter's Path.

Can I cancel anytime?

Can I cancel anytime?

Yes. There are no long-term contracts. You can cancel your membership at any time with no penalties. Your access continues until the end of your current billing period.

How do I access the lessons after I join?

How do I access the lessons after I join?

You'll receive an email with your login details immediately after joining. Everything is available inside your member dashboard from day one.

Do I keep access to everything while I'm subscribed?

Do I keep access to everything while I'm subscribed?

Yes. As long as your membership is active, you have full access to everything β€” including Brilliant Brushes, The Painter's Path, the project archive, the technique library, workshops, and the community.

What if I'm not a beginner?

What if I'm not a beginner?

The Painter's Path will help you identify exactly where you are in your development and point you to the most relevant content for your level. Experienced painters will find plenty of advanced technique content, monthly projects, and live sessions to keep them growing.

When does enrollment open again if I miss this window?

When does enrollment open again if I miss this window?

We open enrollment every 6–8 weeks for a limited time. If you miss this window, join the Priority List and you'll be the first to know when doors open again.

Six Months From Now, You Could Be Looking At This Differently

Six months from now, you could still be watching YouTube tutorials and wondering why progress feels so slow.

Or you could be looking at a collection of finished paintings you created yourself β€” pieces you're proud of, skills you've built, and a creative practice that genuinely brings you joy.

The difference isn't talent.

The difference is having the right structure, the right guidance, and the right support.

That's what Earmark Creative Studio is here to provide.

Enrollment is open right now... but only for a limited time.

I'd love to paint with you.

β€” Cheryl

$27 per Month Β· Less than $1 a day Β· Instant access Β· Cancel anytime

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