Maria's watercolor academy (mwa)

Take classes with one of the most renowned artists.

In Maria's MWA, you will find over 100 real-time recorded classes.
​These classes often begin with exercises, and follow with painting challenges.

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watercolor for beginners

Learn the Fundamentals of Watercolor

Start Your Watercolor Journey Here

Dive into the basics of watercolor painting with courses designed to teach essential techniques like wet-on-wet and color lifting. Build your confidence and skill with easy-to-follow lessons.

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watercolor birds

watercolor animals

watercolor flowers

watercolor still life

watercolor human portraits

watercolor architecture

watercolor landscapes

watercolor seascapes

What students are saying:

Maria's lessons are very stimulating.

I like her way of interpreting the object to be painted and her use of color. the explanations are very clear and precise. she is a creative and very helpful teacher"

Marina