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The Most Loved, Most Transformational Classes
These three classes make up our Signature Series—a solid foundation in color, expression, and confidence that fuels the entire Bold Artist Method.
13 Lessons . Paint Bold
Beginners Welcome. focus on the tools and understanding color in a practical way. Create two bold portraits, with step-by-step guidance.
38 Lessons . Paint Bold
No Theory Required. Work with bold, abstract color palettes and paint expressive portraits—no drawing skills or color theory needed.
44 Lessons . Mix Smart
Stop mixing mud. Start mixing smart! This class turns color theory into real, hands-on skill using the paint you already own.
Purchase classes separately or with Membership.
The complete Bold School experience.
Learn the Bold Artist Method, access our Signature Series, group coaching, and connect with artists who will cheer you on!
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Scrolling kills your flow. As a Bold School+ member, you get a fresh, curated library of royalty-free images every month—made for artists, by artists. Use them in your paintings (yes, even the ones you sell) and spend more time creating instead of scrolling.
You’ve got the resources. Now comes the hard part—making time.
Prioritize Art.
You know that free-flow creative space where time disappears and everything just works?
Yeah, that. It’s waiting for you.
But life gets in the way → You’re busy and there are so many other things that need to be done.
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You love painting, but your vision never quite makes it to the canvas.
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Taking your art seriously excites you—but without making money, is it worth it?
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Classes helped, but when you paint freely, it still doesn’t come out right.
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You want to prioritize your art, but everything else always seems more urgent.
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You know your art matters—and you want permission to make it a priority.
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Your art feels too important to be just a hobby—but you doubt your ability to create work that truly impacts.
What if you had permission to take it seriously – whether it’s for profit or your soul?
What if the art inside you demands to be released – and holding back isn't an option?
What if your work is meant to be shared – even if just one person at a time?
You’ve Got the Passion.
We'll Show the Science!
Talent isn’t required—the secret is method. Discover how Charla Maarschalk creates bold, expressive color that makes every painting come alive.
"I'm proud to be a student with Bold School. I finally found realism blended with my hyper color style.
"Thank you Charla. Your passion for art is infectious, it brought me to tears."
"Bold color was the key I was missing. Bold School created the perfect foundation for me to pursue this style."
- MARK
I AM BRAND NEW TO PAINTING – HELP!
All of this art looks so beautiful, but I’m not even close! I want the basics, starting from the beginning!
I WANT TO TAKE MY ART MORE SERIOUSLY.
I have some experience with painting and love how it makes me feel. I know my passion is important. I haven’t really prioritized my art before, but I think I’m ready.
I WANT TO PAINT LIKE CHARLA.
I’m here because I’ve seen her work and I’m so inspired by what she creates. I’m not there yet but I am committed to improving my techniques so I can paint like Charla!
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Free Workshop
5 STEPS TO TRANSFORM YOUR PAINTING
Follow along with this FREE class as Charla Maarschalk takes you through brushwork and color choices to create a stunning painting in one hour, real-time!
Instant Access
A. Stock Your Studio with our FREE guide to our top pick of essential materials to start your beginner toolkit.
B. Step-Up Your Color Wisdom with our FREE 5 Day Bold Color Challenge.
B. Get the FREE 3-Step Formula for creating color magic.
Who Teaches Bold School?
Bold School is led by Charla Maarschalk. Charla is a bold color artist who believes that all artists carry power to impact and change the world through their art. Her mission is to help you realize your greatest potential and use your gifts to change the world.
What you’ll learn in Bold School is based on over 20 years of experience in the art world and a decade of teaching her process both in person and online.
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Connect and Make Art!
With the Bold School App, you’ll tap into live coaching and connect with artists from all corners of the world through our social learning app—right at your fingertips. Take it wherever you go and always have support, inspiration, and collaboration on hand. Meet artists near and far, share your process, and build relationships that matter. This is where creativity stays connected.
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