Learning Style for Everyone

Your learning, your way: self-paced, group sessions, or private guidance. Choose, combine or alternate as you wish.

Self-Paced

Sometimes the basics need a little extra time to sink in. Our online courses are crafted to make learning digestible and flexible, so you can progress at your ideal pace. Never worry about missing a step, you can always go back and reinforce your understanding whenever you need to.
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Group Session

If you crave routine and a sense of community, Zoom classes are perfect for you. They offer the structure of regular sessions while still being flexible enough to fit your busy schedule. Simply set up your paints, log in to the Zoom class, enjoy painting alongside others, and receive personalized feedback.
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Private Guidance

Michiyo provides individualized support and guidance for your learning journey, available through in-person sessions, one-on-one Zoom session, or convenient video recordings.
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Digital Programs

We offer several ways to study watercolor, designed to support different needs, paces, and levels of experience.
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$199$89

Beginner's First Step: Intro to watercolor

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  • 24 Lessons
  • 7 Video hours
  • 15 Resources
  • 1 Certificate

Beginner's First Step: Intro to Watercolor Course is for a total beginner.

Covering everything from understanding tools to basic technique and utilize the knowledge to paint 5 images. Gain the confidence to create stunning watercolors by learning how to think independently about tool and technique selection. Join our supportive online community to clarify your knowledge!

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$35$19

Master Your First Strokes: A Watercolor Workbook

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With Master Your First Strokes workbook, you'll take baby steps like kids learn letters, tracing lines/shapes through simple, repetitive, easy drills to build eye-hand coordination, brush control, and muscle memory.

The focus is on foundations: water, pigment, and steady strokes rather than finished paintings.

These meditative exercises build confidence and intuition, preparing you naturally for more complex work. Ideal for artists seeking calm, consistent practice that eases you into the zone.

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$45$15/wk

Brushstroke Booster: Weekly Art Challenge

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We all know constant practice is important yet it's hard to be disciplined to work on your own. With Brushstroke Booster: Weekly Art Challenge Club, you'll receive a weekly email filled with guidance, carefully selected reference images, and demo of key techniques to elevate your watercolor skills. Submit your painting to be included in a group feedback video recording from watercolor expert, Michiyo.
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