Capture Moments. Express Your Vision. Leave Your Mark.
Turn the Beauty You See
Into Watercolor Masterpieces
You already notice beauty others miss. Now, it is time to bring it to life with watercolors that speak from the heart even if you have never painted before.
- Learn the Essential 5 Watercolor Skills
- Beginner-Friendly, Step-by-Step Lessons
- Lifetime Access, Go at Your Own Pace
- 60-Day Money-Back Guarantee
Imagine Capturing the World Through Your Eyes — in Every Brushstroke
Picture yourself painting shimmering lakes, golden sunsets, or the quiet charm of a flower in bloom with ease and joy.
Each watercolor you create reflects your unique way of seeing the world, turning everyday beauty into lasting, expressive artwork.
You already have the gift of noticing what others miss. This course gives you the simple, guided steps to translate that vision into art you are proud to share, gift, or cherish forever.
Let your creativity inspire others and yourself.
Learn the Core Skills That Make Watercolors Feel Alive
Inside this beginner-friendly program, I will guide you personally through the five essential skills that bring watercolor paintings to life:
- Simplify Complex Subjects: Paint confidently without getting lost in details.
- Mix Colors That Feel Alive: Blend vibrant, lifelike shades that add soul to every scene.
- Create Depth and Atmosphere: Make every painting draw people in, not just decorate walls.
Imagine capturing a delicate morning mist or a bold sunset and feeling proud every time you pick up your brush.
I used to struggle too. But once I found a clear, structured path, painting became a joy not a mystery.
Now, I want to share that path with you.
My Watercolor Journey
Start Painting With Purpose and Finally See Your Progress Take Shape
You do not need magic, endless free tutorials, or hidden talent.
You need a clear path you can trust a method built from experience that helps you paint the beauty you already see.
Every artist you admire once started with simple steps, not natural ability.
Follow the same proven framework I used to go from hesitant beginner to confident watercolor artist and watch your paintings come alive with meaning, depth, and emotion.
Your story deserves to be seen on paper.
This is how it begins.
New to Watercolor? Uncertain Where to Begin?
You Are in the Right Place.
This program is built specifically for beginners and growing artists.
Whether you are picking up a brush for the first time or returning after years away, you will find a structured path that makes growth inevitable — and enjoyable.
- Clear, Simple Steps: Never wonder “what’s next” every lesson builds your skills with certainty.
- Mistakes Handled Early: Avoid the common pitfalls that frustrate and discourage new painters.
- True Creative Control: Master your brush, colors, and scenes with growing confidence at every stage.
Your starting point does not matter.
What matters is taking the first step — with a clear, guided journey ahead.
Artists Who Started With Doubts — and Now Paint With Confidence
You are not alone if you wonder whether you can really learn watercolor.
Hundreds of artists felt the same way — until they followed this simple, structured path.
Here is what happens when you take the first step toward your creative vision:
Your Path From First Brushstroke to Paintings That Inspire
You do not need to change your life overnight or figure it out alone.
This course is your structured, beginner-friendly path to turning inspiration into real artwork one clear step at a time.
Where you are starting does not matter.
What matters is that you move forward with the right guidance and the right tools.
Here is what your journey looks like inside the program:
Start With Certainty Without Guesswork or Overwhelm
Forget endless tutorials and conflicting advice.
You will follow a clear sequence of simple lessons that build your skills naturally without frustration or confusion.
Inside This Phase, You Will Get:
- A clear, visual roadmap so you always know what comes next
- Step-by-step exercises that build real painting confidence
- Personal support whenever you need a helping hand
From unsure beginner to creating your first real watercolor scenes faster and with more joy than you ever imagined.
Learn the Foundation Techniques That Make Watercolors Breathe With Life
Painting is not about hidden talent. It is about mastering a few key principles that make everything you create feel purposeful and alive.
Inside This Phase, You Will Get:
- How to mix clean, vibrant, lifelike colors
- How to create strong values and contrast to make your paintings pop
- How to control edges and timing so your work feels fresh and intentional
You will stop overworking paintings, start trusting your eye, and finally see the real magic of watercolor come to life under your brush.
Paint With Purpose and Let Your Voice Shine Through
Great art is not just about technique. It is about capturing your own way of seeing the world.
This course gives you the tools to express yourself fully, creating work that feels deeply satisfying and meaningful to you and others.
Inside This Phase, You Will Get:
- Techniques to simplify any subject and focus on what matters
- Methods to create paintings that feel emotionally rich and personal
- Strategies to craft artwork you are proud to gift, share, or keep as your legacy
Every brushstroke will feel more intentional and every painting more connected to your unique creative spirit.
Introducing...
An all encompassing, methodical course that will teach you the five essential skills to paint any scene in a dynamic, powerful and expressive way.
In Watercolor Essentials you will learn:
- How to paint your favorite subjects, at your own pace with powerful results
- When to abstract areas of your scene and when to add more detail
- The tools needed to create a beautiful sense of depth in your painting
- Strategies to capture the atmosphere of the scene
- How to mix more realistic colors
- How to mix a variety of natural looking greens
- The principles of simplification and ways to not overwork your paintings
- How to take advantage of watercolors demanding timing requirements and turn it into a strength
Module One
Values Simplified:
Demystifying the Most Powerful Tool In Painting
Module Two
Timing and Paint Consistency:
Formulas for Hard Edges, Soft Edges, and Everything in Between
Module Three
Creating Life-like Colors:
Mixing to Reflect the Natural World
Module Four
Mastering Depth:
Creating the Illusion of Distance on a Thin Piece of Paper
Module Five
Learning What to Leave Out:
Finding Strength and Clarity through Simplification
60 Day 100% Money Back Guarantee
If you decide this course isn't what you expected, I will refund you 100% of the cost.
Simply email me at [email protected] within 60 days of your initial purchase and I will refund your entire order immediately.
No guilt. No hard feelings.
If it doesn’t work, you don’t pay. It’s that simple.
When you join you will get instant access to the private members area where you can jump right into the course.
You can access it on any mobile device and work through it as fast or as slow as you would like. At the end of the final video you will know exactly how to paint any scene that you would like in a dynamic, fresh way with rich atmosphere.
The choice is yours...
SILVER
$297
ONE TIME
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Watercolor Essentials Course (29 Videos)
Painting Figures - Bonus Video
Simple Sky Practice - Bonus Video
Painting Negative Shapes - Bonus Video
"Still Lake" Step-by-Step Demonstration
"Saturday Mail" Step-by-Step Demonstration
"Morning Water" Step-by-Step Demonstration
"Countryside" Step-by-Step Demonstration
"Puerto Rico Beach" Step-by-Step Demonstration
"Boats on Land" Step-by-Step Demonstration
"Porch Lights" Step-by-Step Demonstration
Video Critiques of 3 of Your Paintings
90 Minute One on One Review/Teaching Session
Who am I?
My name is Matthew White. I am a full time watercolor artist, instructor and founder of learntopaintwatercolor.com.
A site that's dedicated to helping people like you to grow as a watercolor artist and develop the skills needed to create paintings that you are thrilled and excited about. I’ve spent the last 10 years exploring the best ways to improve as a watercolor artist and I have helped 100’s of artists along the way.
If you have seen any of my free content and teaching you know that I like to teach in a direct, clear way.
Thomas Schaller
AWS, NWS
"A painter as skilled and confident as Matthew invites you in and allows you to see your world through their eyes. This is Matt's gift. By so honestly sharing the story of his life, we can begin to recognize our own."
Andy Evansen
AWS, NWS
"Matt's paintings are instantly recognizable as his own, which is no easy task. His subjects, drawing and palette are unique to him, something I appreciate in this day and age."
