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Artist Mary Moreno painting simple watercolor flowers.
Watercolor can feel easier to begin when you have a clear place to start, simple resources to guide you, and room to learn at your own pace.

Here at Mary Moreno Studio, you’ll find practical guidance designed for real-life beginner progress, creative encouragement, and a joyful, simplified approach to learning watercolor🖌️

I’m Mary, a self-taught watercolor artist, educator, and author of The Watercolor Dictionary. I created this Studio to help beginner artists feel more prepared and confident as they move comfortably from "Where do I start?" to "I know what to try next!"

Here's exactly how I help watercolor beginners like you:

Start where you are, choose the resource that fits, and take your next step with watercolor today.

Are you brand-new to watercolor?

If you have yet to unwrap art supplies or try first strokes, and watercolor terms make no sense,

👉 Start with the free Easy Watercolor First Steps.

👉 Watercolor really is simpler when you know the terms. Explore The Watercolor Dictionary.

Ready to practice brushstrokes?

If you've begun watercolor painting and want to build steadier strokes and better brush control,

👉 Get the free Brushstroke 3-Day Quickstart.

👉 Keep your watercolor practice going with the complete Brushstroke Training Kit.

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