STOP Fixing” Your PAINTING.

Take Control Of Your Watercolor

Stop "fixing" your paintings and start painting with control

This will help guide your water,
not fight it. (1:37 min) ⤵️

Finally, I can recognize and control the flow of water! - Sophia Schakel
"Finally, I can recognize and control the flow of water!" - Sophia Schakel

Why your paintings
end up "overworked".

2 reasons why you keep fixing:

Slide the bar to see the difference:

You're Not Inconsistent.

We need to strip away all that noise,
and take control of what really matters.

What Does Control Look Like?

Start simple. Be in control every step of the way.

1. Control Your Water

Control the amount of water inside
a simple form where it's easy to track.

2. Contain Your Water

A simple shape is just a bigger form.
Shapes "contain" their own water and pigment.

3. The Water Paints With You

If you can control one shape, you can paint the next and the subject emerges.

Where Can Control Take You?

If you can control 1 shape, you can control the entire painting.

Same student | Same Shape Control Approach | Different Subject

This was painted in a different course.

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Make Painting Effortless.

Discover the 3 secrets to painting without any fixing

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Amount of Water

  1. Stop guessing the water in your paint.

  2. If your paper is too wet or,

  3. If your brush has enough water.

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Amount of Pigment

Mix with 1 color, then 2, then 3. Build colors with each project for vibrant results.

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The Streak-Free Flow

The secret isn't in adding more water.
It isn't in painting faster.

You Too Can
Paint Effortlessly:

There definitely is an easier way to paint.

The Old Way

  • Guessing amount of water

  • Fixing with multiple passes

  • Fight the water

  • "Lucky" accidents

The New Way

  • Control water & pigment

  • One-pass painting

  • Guide the water

  • Predictable results

introducing

The Watercolor Painting System

The online watercolor course that makes effortless painting happen

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1. Start Simple

Learn exactly how much water and pigment
to mix with The 3 Strengths MethodTM

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2. Gain Certainty

Paint streak-free washes and clean edges
using The Fluid Painting TechniqueTM

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3. Progress Consistently

Make consistent progress with The
Shape Control ProcessTM

Your 7-Days To
Effortless Painting

Simple subjects used to isolate the water.

no boring drills | no tedious color charts | no art theory fluff

Day 1: Benchmark

Paint a simple reference,
so on Day 7, you'll see why.

7-day watercolor clarity painting materials

Day 2: The 3 StrengthsTM

Learn only 3 water & pigment ratios, so you'll
always get the right color values and dilution.

How much water to use

Day 3: Fluid PaintingTM

Learn how to keep your paper wet
long enough to create streak-free washes

Day 4: Shape ControlTM

Instead of painting "the whole thing"
you'll paint one shape at a time.

Day 5: Shape Certainty

Continue with what worked to show that your
clean results, are not lucky accidents.

Day 6: Shape Consistency

Watch your shapes start working together,
without creating mud or blooms.

Day 7: Independence

Use the system with minimal supervision.
Even if it’s not perfect, you’ll what to change and why.

Independent painting

Students notice the shift during the first controlled wash

"I learned things right off the bat that I could apply."

Before: Most students paint
under unseen conditions

They judge their result
without knowing what caused it.

Student works painting under unseen conditions

After: They stop
comparing results

Now the student isn't guessing.
She knows what to practice, and how.

Student works painting under unseen conditions

Why I Teach This:

Simple subjects helped me control
my water, so I can paint effortlessly.

For 4 years I painted

fixed, added more water
and even more paint.

I thought I could save it.

But watercolor doesn't work
that way. It only turned my paintings into muddy, overworked messes.

Then I did something different:

I stopped trying to paint
"the whole thing
". I broke it down
into smaller shapes that allowed me to control my water and color more easily.

Everything changed.

The Result:

Clean colors.
Even washes.
Edges stayed sharp.

Using this shape approach, I won 1st place out of 117 artists in a major competition. I even got invited to show my work in Italy!

The Result:

Clean colors.
Even washes.
Edges stayed sharp.

Using this shape approach, I won 1st place out of 117 artists in a major competition. I even got invited to show my work in Italy!

I was fortunate to learn from watercolor legends like:

Charles Reid, Alvaro Castagnet, Joseph Zbukvic, and
Thomas Schaller.

I learned from the world’s best
and now I’ve built this course
to give you the "missing link"
they taught me.

I was fortunate to learn from watercolor legends like: Charles Reid, Alvaro Castagnet, Joseph Zbukvic, and Thomas Schaller.

I learned from the world’s best
and now I’ve built this course
to give you the "missing link"
they taught me.

My paintings today
using the same shape-first structure.

Is This The Right Fit?

This course is for you if:

  • You stopped painting and want a clear, easy way to start again.

  • You are tired of "tricks" and want to actually understand how the paint works.

  • ​You are a self-taught painter who feels like your results are "lucky accidents."

  • You are done seeing mud, streaks, and weird blooms on your paper.

It’s Working for Them.
It Will Work for You.

From guesswork to pristine work they're proud to show off.

Confidence after seeing the conditions
Understanding replaces guessing
Success stops being accidental

Student Transformations

Real stories of clarity and confidence

I was honestly ready to give up on watercolor. I’d taken quite a few follow-along classes before and I still enjoy them, but I want to understand why something works or doesn’t. When I saw that your course offered a solid technical foundation and step-by-step projects, I thought, “Okay, one last try.” I’m so glad I did. I still need practice—but now I know where I need to improve and why.
— Shelley C. Taylor
“I’ve done several courses prior, read books, but your explanation & close videos have finally let me understand what I was missing/doing wrong (even using my palette properly and I’m only 2 modules in). THANK YOU Broderick… I am NOT affiliated."
— Kristi McMillan
Holy Guacamole! In ALL the watercolor courses I've taken so far (did I mention I've taken a LOT of them?) NO ONE has shown me this process. All the teachers assume we know this going in. I did that and the exercise was brain-dead easy! This technique is worth the cost of the course. (Should I stop now?)"
— John Orban
I have done but few others, but have also read on the topic. The difference with yours was that I could see your hand, and much of the time see how you made use of the paint... It was the concept of building and directing the bead that was the first 'aha'
— Gerry Scott-Moore

The "Aha" Moments

When the invisible conditions finally become visible.

"I look on line / YouTube and see if I could find some free courses. No real success here either as I didn't understand the process until I found several of your courses"
— Alice Kristian
"I can reproduce an image from a tutorial with a lot of mistakes, but can't do a decent painting on my own from scratch. I'm blown away by how much I've learned already... Other courses assumed that I knew too much and went too fast."
— Catherine
"It wasn't stressing at all when I messed it up, because I could try again and see what I did wrong. I specially when you start to talk about the bead... I feel more confident because I actually have control over the water on the paper."
— Meredith G.
"Every YouTube tutorial I watched seemed like magic. Now when something goes wrong, I know why and how to fix it."
— Lisa Anderson
"I went back to old paintings and could identify exactly what went wrong. I'm no longer guessing."
— Brian Mitchell

Water Control & The "Ratio"

Mastering the relationship between water, pigment, and paper.

I have already learnt so much about colour strength, mixing and how to move water! In all videos I watched before, nobody every explained how much water to add which is so fundamental to painting with water!
— Dipti Singh
I've been trying to learn how to paint with watercolors for the past year or so... now I GET IT! No more waiting for "happy accidents" to happen. No more frustration.
— Linda Krueger
I've always had a hard time figuring out the water to paint ratio, but your 4 strengths approach is simple! No more cauliflowers.
— Marianette Cheu
I was struggling with water control and getting blooms everywhere. Now I can control where water goes and create effects intentionally.
— Patricia Moore
I finally understand moisture control and my washes are smooth and even. No more streaks.
— Jennifer Park
I was making everything too watery because I was scared. Understanding the four strengths gave me a framework.
— Emma Wilson
The puddle building technique changed everything. Gave me so much more confidence and control.
— Michael Roberts
Learning about moisture management transformed my ability to paint larger areas smoothly.
— Daniel Foster

Intentional Painting

Shifting from "hoping it works" to "knowing it works."

I loved that you explain WHY and HOW things work the way they do with watercolor. I have never seen such clear and concise visual explanations. Other demonstrations made it seem too complicated. Thanks for making your lessons so good! I'm a teacher too (pre-school, yeah it's fun) so I appreciate how much you have put into your lessons.
— C C
I tried a couple of ambitious projects that didn't turn out as well as I hoped. Instead of aimlessly learning through more trial and error, I picked this course. I have also shifted from being wary of putting paint on paper and wanting to preserve my paints to wanting to lay out lots of color on paper which I really needed! I like Broderick's young, fresh style and the lessons are short and easy to follow.
— Joy Thornton
The strengths test module! I’m noticing that I can influence how a painting develops with more intention, rather than hoping it turns out well.
— Kate Jones
Everything seemed to fall in place then, and it felt easy. My brushstrokes are more confident now. I feel I have more control over my water-paint ratio.
— Eva Holmqvist
I became clear to me how someone gets those crisp lines and achieves such a beautiful blend. The picture I sent you was the final one of a three attempt. I now know how to I just need to practice to really get it down, which I will definitely do!
— Heidi Childs
Paced well and I like knowing how to paint correctly but also, with this course, knowing what NOT to do is super important as well.
— Patricia Scheil
I thought I just "wasn't artistic enough". This course showed me it wasn't talent—it was knowledge.
— Robert Kim
The three-primary approach completely changed my painting. I can mix any color I need and I actually understand why it works.
— Sarah Thompson
Now I can predict and compensate for color shifts when drying. My color matching improved overnight.
— Nancy Lee
After understanding the relationship between water, pigment, and paper, I can now create smooth transitions every single time.
— Thomas Wright
I can create any color I need

Before You Sign Up:

What you need to know to help you decide

What does this course offer that others don't?

1.) No Guesswork: You’ll paint with an approach that's been tested and proven by many students before you.
2.) Bite-Sized Projects: We don't do huge, scary paintings. We focus on one small thing at a time so you never feel overwhelmed.

3.) Paper-Level View: You’ll see the water up-close. You can watch exactly how it moves so you can copy it at home.

4.) Just the Basics: No markers, pens, or fancy tools. We use only water and paint—the way watercolor was meant to be used.

What skill level is this course designed for?

Experience doesn't matter. Understanding does.

You’ll learn the right way to do things now, so you don’t have to fix bad habits later.

New Painters: Start the right way. Skip the mistakes and the "messy middle" that most people get stuck in.

Self-Taught Painters: If you feel like your art is a "lucky guess," we’ll give you a real plan that works every time.

Ready to Level Up: If you’re tired of fighting the water, let’s learn how to make it do what you want first.

Still not sure?

Take this [2-Minute check]. It shows you exactly where you are, how you learn best, and what to practice first.

Is this course a one time payment or subscription?

The Watercolor Painting System course is a one-time payment.

It’s not a subscription or membership model, which usually involves recurring fees, undue pressure to finish quickly and often encourages jumping between courses without fully diving in.

Why do the projects look so simple?

Because simple shapes let you see exactly what the water is doing.

Starting with painting a masterpiece, uses too much water, too much pigment making it difficult to control.
You'll always end up fixing without knowing what to change.

What if I don't know how to draw?

No drawing skills? No problem.
I've included "Skip the Drawing" templates. You just trace the shapes and get straight to the fun part: the painting!

When do I get started?

You’ll get instant access after purchase.

An email will arrive shortly with your login link and instructions to create your password.
If you don’t see it, be sure to check your Spam or Junk folder. Still can’t find it?
[Contact us here].

We are happy to help and will get you sorted quickly!

What happens after Day 7?

You'll be equipped with a skill set that will make painting more intentional.

What you build on is up to you:

Deepen it: Repeat the 7 days until control feels natural

Expand it: Take our next course to build upon your skills

Own it: Paint your own subjects using SHAPE Control principles

Bonus: If you still see the "first 100 sign ups promo", you’ll have 3 extra fun projects waiting for you to practice your new skills.

Is there a refund policy?

We want you to feel confident about joining.

That’s why we offer a 14-day money-back guarantee so you have time to explore the course, try the lessons, and see if it’s the right fit. No pressure, no risk. Just a chance to experience a proven system that’s helped countless students build confidence in watercolor.

guarantee

The "Fridge-Door" Guarantee.

If you finish these projects and don’t have a painting you’d actually hang on your fridge (or show your friends), tell me within 14 days for a full refund.

Sign up today and enjoy our 3 exclusive

MOMENTUM Modules:

Keep growing after the course

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  1. Pigment Control
    Build total confidence mixing your water and pigment ratios.

  2. Watercolor Control
    Master fluid painting for consistent, professional washes.

  3. Glazing Control
    Layer and paint razor-sharp, clean edges.

"At the end I had something nice enough I could give as a present, not just sample squares. Plus nice bite-size lessons to make watercolor a habit!" ~ Leslie Neville

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