If You Feel Stuck in Your Art, You’re Not Alone!
I Help Abstract Artists Find Their Voice and Paint with Confidence.
Hi, I'm Cathy Mevik,Â
Maybe you feel stuck, frustrated, or secretly doubt whether you're “good enough” as an artist, I understand that more than you know. For years, I poured my heart into painting, but no matter how hard I tried, something was missing. I struggled with fear of judgment, perfectionism, and the feeling that my art never truly reflected what I felt inside.
My journey back to myself began when I dared to pick up a pencil again after decades of putting my own needs aside. Growing up with a mother battling bipolar disorder and alcoholism, I became an expert at hiding my feelings and striving for perfection to survive. That pattern followed me into adulthood and into my art as well.
After my daughters moved out, I finally had the time to rediscover painting. But even after three years of art school, I felt lost. It wasn’t until I found abstract expressionism and taught myself the deeper structure behind great art color theory, composition, and emotional connection that things began to fall into place.
As I healed, I realized perfectionism had no place in my life or my art. Art became a way to reclaim my voice. A journey that has been imperfect, raw and powerful.
Today, I help artists who are serious about their art but feel stuck, to transform frustration into confidence, and confusion into clarity. I guide you to build both the skills and the mindset you need to create paintings that feel bold, authentic, and fully your own. Because I believe your best art isn't about being perfect, but about being more you.
If you’re ready to paint freely and boldly, I’m here to walk the path with you.
Who do I help?
I guide artists who take their art seriously from feeling frustrated, insecure, and unmotivated
to becoming skilled, focused, and motivated artists, with a clear plan to find their own voice
so they can paint freely, boldly, and with confidence, joy, and expertise.
Ready to start building your confidence and clarity?
Download my free Clarity Checklist — your guide to finishing stronger, more expressive paintings with joy and freedom.
""This course has given me so much knowledge about color and composition. Cathy is an excellent teacher with great energy, honesty, and a positive spirit. No matter where you are in your painting journey, you’ll feel encouraged and supported.
The zoom sessions or invaluble. During the live sessions, Cathy gives personal feedback on your work, helping you see what to focus on before the next session. It’s not intimidating at all , it’s so motivating!
Highly recommended!""
-Â Marianne Kvelland
"Cathy is very knowledgeable and skilled educator. It has been a pleasure to participate in her course. I've had many aha moments during the course and all the critques have been very rewarding. I've learned so much, thank you Cathy."
- Eila Väisänen
"I've participated in both Norwegian and foreign painting courses. Most course holders only show their way of paintin, and don't  say anything about why they paint as they do. Cathy Mevik knows what she is doing and is able to transfer her expertise to her students."