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Welcome to Mary Moreno Studio!
I’m Mary — artist, educator, and watercolor guide
I help beginners build confidence and enjoy watercolor through simple how-to guides, beginner resources, and creative prompts — one step at a time.
I started painting in 2020 with no art background, just a brush and a lot of curiosity. Now I help new artists feel comfortable, supported, and excited to begin.
If you’ve ever thought, “I’d love to try watercolor, but I don’t know where to start,” you’re in the right place. ✨
📖 A Clear Reference for Watercolor Beginners
Watercolor terms can feel confusing at first — from “bloom” and “charging” to “wash” and “wet-on-wet.”
The Watercolor Dictionary was created to bring clarity to watercolor terminology in simple, approachable language — especially helpful for beginners, but useful at every stage of painting.
Whether you're reading a tutorial, watching a demo, or practicing a new skill, it’s designed to sit alongside your learning and help everything make a little more sense.
Available in paperback and hardcover on Amazon.
Watercolor First-Timers — Start Here
A free, step-by-step starter guide designed for watercolor newcomers. This play-based downloadable walks you through the very first steps, with simple guidance designed to help you start painting today.
Start with Easy Watercolor First Steps →
🎨 Watercolor Beginner FAQs
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