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Hi, I'm Maria
Professional Watercolor Artist and Teacher
I began painting with watercolors as a way to heal after losing my twin brother. As a self-taught artist and passionate mom, I now share my knowledge and techniques with students around the world. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, I’m here to guide you every step of the way. My journey is proof that anyone can learn and grow, and I'm excited to help you on your watercolor adventure.
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Maria has worked with major brands like Holbein, da Vinci Artist Brushes, Princeton Brush, Legion Paper, Arches, Blick Art Materials, Escoda, Silver Brush Limited, Schmincke, Maimeri Blu, Saunders Waterford, and Hahnemuhle, and has been recognized in leading art publications.
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Finding time to paint every day: How do you manage a busy schedule? You’ve discovered your true passion in life: watercolor painting. However. With your busy schedule, finding time to pick up a brush is a challenge. What do you do when you can barely find the time to eat breakfast, let alone paint every […]
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Watercolor Success: Mastering the Keys to Successful Painting. I started my watercolor journey about ten years ago. At first, I didn’t take watercolors seriously. I created cards and worked on a children’s book, but I didn’t paint every day. Instead, I painted with watercolors maybe 1 or 2 days per month. The images above show […]
