is this like the joke - how do you keep an idiot in suspense? (person says how? how do you keep an idiot in suspense? the person says how? you repeat how do you keep an ..... so on and so on)
Joking aside, if the OP does not post their 10 easy steps, I might be able to work something up. But I should clear up a misconception-- there is not a whole lot that is easy about making a good painting! Like all skills, it takes practice. That said, I might be able to help get you started. You can find your way easier if you have a direction to go in!