You love the idea of watercolor, but every time you sit down to paint…
❌ Your colors turn muddy no matter what you try
❌ The tutorial looks easy, but your version looks nothing like theirs
❌ You start projects with excitement but never finish anything frame-worthy
❌ You wonder if you’re just “not artistic enough” to ever get good
Here’s what’s really happening: You’re not learning from the right teachers.
The painful truth? Most watercolor content online is created by people who’ve never actually sold their art or taught professionally. They share techniques that work for them, but can’t explain WHY they work or how to adapt them to your style.
The result? You collect dozens of half-finished paintings and a growing pile of supplies you’re afraid to “waste” on another failed attempt.
What if you could look over the shoulder of a professional artist who’s sold thousands of paintings?
What if they could show you exactly why your colors go muddy and how to fix it in real-time?
What if you had access to not just ONE professional artist, but an entire studio of specialists – each one an expert in their particular style?
That’s exactly what WatercolorPainting.com gives you.
Unlock your creativity with a beginner-friendlyFREE watercolor mini-course.
This free guide reveals:
Unlock your creativity with a beginner-friendlyFREE watercolor mini-course.
This free guide reveals:
I’m Mari, your Artist in Residence and a teacher for live student support sessions.
As a third-generation artist who’s been painting since my teenage years, I understand both the joy and the challenges of watercolor. With my background as both an artist and a professional coach, I know how to help you work through the frustrations that can come with learning something new.
My approach focuses on making painting relaxing and achievable – because that’s what watercolor should be.
On this website, you will find learning watercolor simple and enjoyable. Whether you’re just starting or getting back into painting after years away, you’ll find clear tutorials that help you create paintings you’re proud of.
This isn’t just another course site. It’s your direct line to the artists whose work you admire, teaching you the exact methods they use to create it.
Every artist is hand-selected based on professional success AND teaching ability. No hobbyists, no amateurs.
Instead of generic lessons, learn from the artist who’s mastered exactly what you want to paint.
Not random tutorials – structured courses that build skills systematically.
Join our painting community and discover your unique creative voice with expert guidance every step of the way.
Whether you’re drawn to florals, animals, city scenes, or nature, our themed courses help you focus on one subject at a time, making it easier (and more enjoyable) to learn without feeling overwhelmed.
This course contains a foundation of 14 bite-sized tutorials that teach you watercolors incrementally.
Each tutorial breaks down complex concepts into manageable steps, allowing you to progress at your own pace.
From basic brush techniques to color mixing, this collection provides a solid foundation in watercolor painting.
From windswept beaches to dramatic skies, learn essential techniques for painting nature in watercolor.
These six tutorials guide you through landscapes both serene and dramatic, revealing nature’s ever-changing moods.
Capture the depth of forests, the glow of sunsets, and the quiet beauty of untouched wilderness scenes.
Trees and forests spring to life in seven tutorials that welcome every skill level.
Learn to paint vineyards, foggy mornings, snowy meadows, and sunlit barns at your own pace.
From misty branches to sunlit groves, these lessons will help you create scenes you’ll love to display.
This Art Nouveau–inspired watercolor collection celebrates the rich shapes and colors of cosmos flowers – so pretty, yet so often overlooked.
Each painting in this collection explores its graceful stems, curling leaves, and airy petals on a clean white background.
So leave roses and lilies behind and dive into some cosmos!
You can keep trying on your own…
Clicking through videos that leave you guessing…
Feeling discouraged when things don’t turn out quite right…
Wondering if maybe watercolor just isn’t for you…
Or – you can follow a peaceful, simple path.
One small step at a time, with kind, clear guidance.
Lessons that wait for you.
Subjects that bring you joy.
And a quiet sense of confidence as you go.
We know this probably isn’t your first time looking for guidance with watercolor—and it’s normal to feel hesitant.
That’s why our training comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee. Try the lessons, test the techniques, and see how it feels.
If it’s not what you hoped for, just let us know—we’ll refund you in full. No pressure, no hassle.
