FOR ARTISTS WHO WANT THE FULL PICTURE, NOT JUST THE PORTRAIT
You've seen paintings that stop you. Portraits that pull you in. Intricate abstract grounds. You wonder if you could create that.
Yes. You can.
This is where You Learn How.
COMPLETE is the programme that gives you everything you need to develop a personal expressive style beyond portraiture — from first sketch to a finished body of work.
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WELCOME TO COMPLETE
If you, like me, are fascinated by the rigour of the Old Masters and the freedom to break from it — then stay here.
For fifteen years, that's been my focus, and it led me to a completely new way of painting.
Start with the short video below — it shows you what COMPLETE really is.
From classical portraiture to contemporary expression — how I broke through
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COMPLETE is everything you need, in one place.
It is a comprehensive, structured programme that teaches you the full picture, yes - what it takes to create fully resolved paintings, not just portraits, and a personal, authentic body of work.
COMPLETE is everything you need, in one place.
It is a structured programme that teaches you the full picture, yes - what it takes to create fully resolved paintings, from idea generation to varnishing, and in time, a personal, authentic body of work.
This program is for you if:
- You want to create contemporary work mixing portraiture with abstraction
- You're drawn to the style you see in my work — luminous portraits on expressive, textured grounds — and want to learn my method
- You're a realist painter feeling constrained by traditional approaches
- You're an abstract painter who wants to integrate strong figurative elements — but you need the classical foundation first
- You're self-taught or returning to painting and want to learn the complete process properly — from first sketch to finished work
- You just LOVE painting and want to do the best you can!
Watch this 2-minute preview of the program — a glimpse into the 60+ hours of training inside COMPLETE:
YOU MIGHT RECOGNISE YOURSELF HERE
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COMPLETE is everything you need, in one place.
It is a structured programme that teaches you the full picture, yes - what it takes to create fully resolved paintings, from idea generation to varnishing, and eventually a personal, authentic body of work in your style.
i have designed this program particularly for artists who:
— CLASSICAL portrait skills in oil — drawing, value, colour, form
— Experience building expressive mixed media grounds and integrating them with the figure
— A repeatable process for taking a painting from first idea to final surface
— A substantial collection of drawings, studies and finished paintings — enriching your personal portfolio.
—A clear sense of where you are as an artist — and the tools, methods and direction to push your practice further.
in their words...
"Rosso's guiding presence and experimental approach brought the painter in me back."
After art school, motherhood, and even spinal surgery, I thought my painting days were behind me — until her mentoring reignited my passion and gave me purpose again.
PAULA MICHELE WAGONER, Florida
"I’m taking steps I thought I could no longer take"
I’ve felt creatively blocked since Covid — and suddenly, ideas returned. A new series is beginning. For me, this is a victory over myself. Thank you, Rosso. I’m taking steps I thought I could no longer take.
Florence Liger d’Avignon, France
THE CURRICULUM
What you'll master
inside COMPLETE
The programme is organised into four sequential parts, taking you from foundational drawing and portrait painting through colour, mixed media, composition, and ultimately the creation of finished contemporary paintings.
MODULE 01
Realist Portrait Drawing
The most common reason portraits don't look convincing? The structure underneath is wrong. Not the rendering, not the colour — the bones. Once you understand a few key anatomical landmarks and how to place them correctly, everything changes. Flat becomes three-dimensional. Guessing becomes building.
In this in-depth module you'll learn how to construct the portrait with precision — proportion, likeness, volume, gesture. By the end you'll have:
— A reliable drawing process you can apply to any portrait
— A stronger understanding of how to achieve depth
— Drawings that are ready to become paintings, not just sketches in a sketchbook
10+ Hours · 4 Complete Drawing Projects · Bonus Lectures · Downloadable Guide
MODULE 02
Portrait Painting in Oil
Why oil portraits look muddy or unconvincing? You're copying the photograph — matching flat colours from a flat image. Realist portrait painting is not about copying. It's about learning to see — to simplify, divide and rebuild what's in front of you into something that feels more real than the reference itself.
In this module, I take you through two complete portrait paintings from start to finish. You'll learn how to:
— Sketch, transfer, and construct the portrait using different approaches;
— Mix realistic skin tones for different complexions
— Use value, colour, and edges intentionally to create stronger portraits
— Finish with expressive backgrounds, in oils/acrylics
20+ Hours · 2 Complete Portrait Painting Projects · Bonus Lectures · Downloadable Guide
MODULE 03
Abstract Grounds in Mixed Media
Most artists assume "oil painting" means oil from start to finish. But some of the richest, most expressive surfaces come from mixing oil with fast-drying water-based mediums underneath and then working oil on top. Once you understand how to layer these properly, the ground stops being a blank canvas and becomes the most exciting part of the painting.
Here I share the exact process I use to create the layered, mixed-media grounds behind many of my paintings. You'll learn how to build rich surfaces that become an active part of the painting process. You'll learn to:
— Manipulate materials to create intricate layered surfaces using stencils, gold leaf, acrylics, spray paint, plus a variety of traditional and unexpected tools
— Combine oil painting with water-based and fast-drying media effectively
— Use abstract grounds to transform a simple portrait study into a more original and expressive work of art
Mixed-Media Demonstrations · Ground Recipes · Downloadable Guide
MODULE 04
From Idea to Finished Painting: The Full Studio Process
When you see a stunning painting by a professional artist, you assume it came naturally — pure talent, one sitting, effortless. It didn't. What separates a professional practice from an amateur one isn't talent. It's planning. Research, brainstorming, sketches, colour studies — all before a single brushstroke hits the final canvas.
In this module I show you exactly the complete process I use to develop my own work — and how to apply it to your own paintings. You'll learn how to:
— Generate, collect, and organise ideas and references
— Develop sketches and colour studies to test compositions, mood, and direction
— Scale small studies into more ambitious paintings
— Plan your process to avoid abandoning paintings
— Transform your initial ideas into finished contemporary paintings in your own style
25+ Hours · Full Painting Project · Additional Analysis & Lectures · Downloadable Guides
GOING DEEPER— ALSO INCLUDED
Two additional modules available within the programme for when your practice calls for them.
Where Your Work Is Born
Channel Your Creativity into A ...
A body of work begins in your mind long before it materialises. Step inside my studio as I show you my creative process: my wall of inspiration, my sketchbooks, and the drills that transform creative blocks into breakthroughs, and how refine my ideas before the brush ever touches the canvas.
Medium, Brushes & Surfaces
Learn how to use mediums and brushes — and when. You will also be guided to prepare your surfaces, whether canvas or panel, to achieve the best possible results in your paintings.
Over 400 artists from
20 countries already joined. Here's what they say:
BONUS MODULES — INCLUDED FREE
Three of the most requested topics.
Zero extra cost.
VALUE $199 -
Sourcing Photos & Working with References
Behind every great painting is a great reference. Here I share how I built a library of over 45,000 photographs, including how I find and photograph models, source, select, and manipulate references for stronger paintings.
Learn how to create an endless source of ideas and build references that support your artistic vision.
VALUE $199 -
Skin Tones Made Simple
Here I share a simple and effective method for mixing realistic skin tones for any complexion — pale, olive, brown, or dark. By the end of the module, you'll know exactly what to look for and how to mix what you see on your palette, without guesswork and without muddy colour mixtures.
This method works with oils, acrylics, and any other painting medium.
VALUE $249 -
Painting Hair: Any Hair, Any Colour
One of the most requested modules in the program.
Over the years, I've painted every type of hair imaginable — from highly realistic portraits to bold, expressive interpretations. I share the principles, shortcuts, and techniques I use to paint any hair type, colour, or style: red, brunette, blonde, straight, curly, afro, flowing, tied up, and even bald.
Here's Everything You Get When You Join COMPLETE:
THE CORE CURRICULUM
✔ 60+ hours of instruction —$945
✔ Lifetime Access + All Future Updates
✔ Assignments & Exercises
✔ Subtitles in Multiple Languages (SPANISH, POLISH, ITALIAN, FRENCH, etc)
✔ Downloadable Resources & Guides
BONUS MODULES
✔Sourcing Photos & References — $199
✔Skin Tones, Made Simple — $199
✔Painting Hair — Any Hair, Any Colour —$249
EXTRA-BENEFITS
✔Dedicated private Artist Community
✔ Discounts & Early Access — future events and workshops
✔Certificate of Completion
Total Value: $1,592+
Regular Price: $945
Join Today: $799
— Martina Schubert, Germany"I have learned so much and created so many new artworks, and they have gained a whole new level of depth and expressiveness. Thanks to your guidance, I finally dare to paint textured backgrounds, beautiful portraits and even hands — something I never thought I would feel confident doing."
CHOOSE YOUR OPTION
One programme.
A method for life.
Three ways to enrol. Same lifetime access, same complete programme, same updates — for every option.
Start anytime after purchase. Work at your own pace.
For Lifetime.
OUR GUARANTEE
If you get stuck after you enrol, you can book a 30-min call with me so we can address the issue and get you moving again.
—
Rosso
FAQ
Questions?
Here are the ones I'm asked most often - If something isn't covered here, write to us before you enrol.
What skill level is this for?
I've done portrait courses before. How is this different?
How long do I have access to the program?
Is it good for acrylic painters?
I mostly paint abstractly — will this still help me?
What makes this program different than any others?
Do you offer other programs?
Can I upgrade to the Master Path later?
Can I enrol now and start later?
What's your refund policy?
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MORE HAPPY STUDENTS:
"I never thought I could paint portraits like this"
I was very hesitant to enroll because I'd never painted a portrait before. But Rosso made skin tones so easy to understand that I completed my very first portrait—and I couldn't believe the result. I'm learning so much and loving every minute of it.
maria gabriela s, new york
"This journey pushed my work to an entirely new level"
Rosso has an incredible ability to simplify complex concepts. Her process makes even the most challenging backgrounds and compositions feel achievable and above all truly enjoyable. Learning with her—both online and in person—has been truly transformative.
MARIAM SANDHU, US
"I’m receiving commissions and selling my work"
I've always loved expressive portraiture, but balancing painting with running my own hotel left me with little time. Since learning with Rosso, my work has completely transformed. I'm painting more than ever, receiving commissions, selling work, and—most importantly—I finally have a clear direction for my practice.
FRITZ FORSTNER, GERMANY
"I finally love painting backgrounds!"
I always struggled with backgrounds. This program was the breakthrough. I finally understood how to make the background and the figure work together. Learning to work with texture and simplify my palette completely changed my approach.
Saniya, france
"Would you recommend Rosso's Program?"
Yes — and I have. The reason is Rosso herself. By looking at the work of a teacher, you quietly experience the level of craftsmanship that makes your inner voice say: this is the one — this person has something I want to learn. If you can look at Rosso's work and her process and say those words, you've found your answer.
PAT BERESKIN, US
The work you're dreaming of is possible. It's not a gift — it's a method. And once you see how it's made, there's no way back.
Join today, and let's get started!
MEET ROSSO,
painter and founder of RossoArtSchool —
this is how it all started.
After years of mastering classical portraiture, I became obsessed with finding a new artistic language that could fuse traditional discipline with contemporary energy.
I spent many more years in the studio experimenting until things clicked. The work that emerged brought me international recognition and a big following on Instagram of artists asking to learn from me.
COMPLETE is my answer. It's the programme where I distilled 15 years of intense practice. If I could go back in time, I would enrol in Complete straight away. Here's a link to my personal work.
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