Have the basics down but feel like your work isn’t quite where you want it to be? I can help you move forward.
If you’re ready to take your watercolor painting to the next level, these step-by-step tutorials will guide you with clear instruction, helping you build confidence and improve your results.
I've been fortunate to have won over 85 juried awards, including multiple First Place and Best of Show honors, and have been featured in national watercolor magazines and books.
But it took some trial and error to get there. If you’re reading this, chances are:
You understand basic washes and color mixing
You’re comfortable with your materials
Your paintings sometimes work… and sometimes don’t
You sense there’s a next level — but it’s hard to define
This is the stage where most watercolorists plateau.
It’s also the stage I enjoy teaching most!
I know how you feel...I've been there too.
This is what I've learned that's made all the difference:
How to design a painting intentionally
How to control values for impact
When to soften, sharpen, or lose edges
How to simplify without weakening the image
These are the decisions that separate competent paintings from compelling ones.
Strong composition and focal points
Value structure that supports the painting
Edge control and lost-and-found techniques
Color harmony and restraint
Editing and knowing when to stop
These skills will apply to every painting you create!
Here are some of the paintings we'll do together in these courses. Each is broken into lessons showing not only every brushstroke and technique, but the thought processes behind every decision.
Cardinal Tutorial
Sandi Tutorial
Dune Sunrise Tutorial
Fisherman Tutorial
Cat Eyes Tutorial
Blue Eyes Tutorial
Bird of Paradise Tutorial
Spoonbill Tutorial
Beach at Dawn Tutorial
Feeling Ducky Tutorial
Deer Tutorial
Girl With Freckles Portrait Tutorial
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Allow me to introduce myself...
I’ve worked with many students over the years, and I’ve seen firsthand what helps artists improve—and what holds them back.
My love of drawing began when I could hold a crayon - a yellow-green one I remember distinctly. Not only did it have a pleasing color, it tasted pretty good too.
I've been blessed to have my work published in American Artist magazine, SPLASH 11 and SPLASH 16. I achieved National Watercolor Society Signature Status in 2025, and have won over 85 awards including dozens of Best in Show and 1st Place awards.
I love to teach, and passing on what I've learned (and am learning) is extremely gratifying.
"I highly recommend Ted to anyone looking to grow as an artist. His passion, talent, and dedication have been a huge influence on my creative journey.
I am forever grateful for his teaching."
"Ted is clear, concise, exciting, leading you on ever so gently but firmly to the next level to find and explore your own artistic vision.
Consider me your artist friend telling you that you have finally found the key to your own creativity. Enjoy!!!!!"
"I have so much fun in Ted's classes, and always learn so much.
He clearly shows each step in his demos, and obviously loves painting watercolors. His teaching has encouraged me to be a better painter."
I’ve learned that most frustration doesn’t come from lack of talent.
It comes from not knowing what to do next, or why something isn’t working.
My teaching focuses on:
Clear steps
Strong fundamentals
And helping you finish paintings you’re proud of
You’ll gain skills you can apply to every painting, not just the one being demonstrated.
No pressure. No jargon. Just thoughtful instruction you can return to anytime.
You don’t need to be advanced to benefit from these tutorials.
Instead of spending countless hours practicing techniques to eventually be able to start painting, why not learn all those techniques AND paint a beautiful watercolor at the same time.
Each tutorial focuses on:
Painting a landscape, portrait, flower or wildlife
All the colors, brushes, and techniques you'll need
The decision-making process of each step, not just a cookie-cutter formula
Everything you need to create your own masterpieces!
I explain every step along the way.
I don’t assume you already know something — I show you:
What I’m seeing and why I’m making each decision
How to correct problems before they escalate
Each course includes:
A complete painting demo from start to finish
Reference photos
Traceable outlines
Lifetime access so you can revisit as your skills grow
Move at your own pace and return anytime.
There are over 30 hours of in-depth instruction — with a new tutorial added every month.
As a member your suggestions of future paintings are welcome.
This is one of the most valuable parts of the program. You can email me images of your finished paintings for personal critique and guidance. I’ll help you see:
What’s working
What’s holding the painting back
Where to focus your efforts next
This kind of feedback is rarely available in online courses — and it makes a real difference.
From time to time, I’ll host live Zoom painting sessions exclusively for members.
These demonstrations allow you to watch a painting unfold in real time — including the decisions, adjustments, and problem-solving that don’t always appear in edited lessons.
You’ll never lose access. Revisit any lesson at any time, whether you’re actively painting or simply looking to refresh your thinking before starting something new.
As your skills evolve, the instruction will continue to meet you where you are.
A focused collection of foundational lessons that support everything taught in the advanced tutorials: Masking, Glazing, Composition, Lifting, Feathering Edges, and more.
These videos help ensure you’re approaching each painting with clarity and confidence.
I want you to feel completely comfortable joining.
If, within 30 days, you don’t feel the instruction is helping you move forward, just email me and I’ll refund your purchase — no questions asked.
Professional-level watercolor instruction, ongoing monthly content, and personal critique simply aren’t comparable to inexpensive beginner courses or subscription libraries.
This program is designed for painters who are serious about improving their work and value clear guidance, thoughtful instruction, and direct feedback.
If you were to purchase these tutorials individually — or seek personal critique through workshops or classes — the cost would be significantly higher.
Instead, I’ve chosen to make this a single, one-time investment that gives you:
Lifetime access to all current tutorials
Every new tutorial added monthly
Personal email critiques of your work
Special live Zoom demonstrations
Access to the Watercolor Essentials library
A full 30-day money-back guarantee
Retail: Essentials: $250, 12 Tutorials & Critiques: $720, 12 New Tutorials a Year: $720+ = $1,690+ value
No subscription.
No renewals.
No expiration.
Just ongoing access to professional watercolor instruction.
Many painters spend far more than this on a single in-person workshop
I stand behind the instruction! If, within 30 days, you don’t feel the courses are helping you move forward, simply email me and I’ll refund your purchase — no questions asked.
If you’re ready to take your watercolor painting to the next level, this is a simple next step.
Preview Before You Buy
The first lesson of each course is available to preview.
You don’t have to figure this out on your own. I’ll guide you every step of the way.
If you’d rather focus on one specific painting or subject before committing to full access, individual courses are available.
Each course is a complete, in-depth tutorial designed to help you move beyond the basics and paint with greater confidence and intention.
$60 - only $35 per course!
This option is ideal if:
You want to explore my teaching style first
You’re interested in a specific subject or painting
You prefer a smaller initial commitment
Previews Are Also Available Before You Buy
The first lesson of each course is available to preview.
A Helpful Note
Individual courses are self-guided and do not include personal critiques or access to future tutorials.
If you’re looking for ongoing guidance and long-term growth, full access is the best choice.
If you’re planning to take more than one course, the Full Access Watercolor Tutorials offers far greater value.
Full access includes:
Every individual course
All future tutorials added monthly
Personal email critiques
The growing Watercolor Essentials video library
One-time payment, lifetime access
Many painters start with a single course and quickly upgrade once they see the depth of instruction.
No. You don’t need to be advanced — these courses address every step of the process.
The only requirement is a desire to improve, learn, and have a passion to be creative. All levels have taken these courses successfully.
The focus is on helping you move forward, wherever you are now.
You receive lifetime access.
That includes all current tutorials and every new tutorial added in the future. You can return to the instruction anytime, at your own pace.
Full-access members can email me images of their completed paintings for personal feedback.
I’ll offer thoughtful critique and guidance to help you understand what’s working, what can be improved, and where to focus next. This kind of feedback is a major part of how painters grow, and it’s something most online courses don’t offer.
No. Personal email critiques are included only with full access to the Professional Watercolor Studio.
Individual courses are self-guided and do not include feedback or access to future tutorials.
Each course includes a recommended materials list.
You don’t need expensive or specialized supplies to get started — I focus on technique, decision-making, and fundamentals that work across brands and materials.
Yes. You can watch on your computer, tablet, or phone — anytime, anywhere.
I offer a 30-day money-back guarantee.
If you don’t feel the instruction is helping you move forward, simply email me within 30 days and I’ll refund your purchase — no questions asked.
All courses are pre-recorded, so you can watch and paint on your own schedule.
The advantage of this format is that you can pause, rewind, and revisit lessons as often as you like.
Many painters find that the focus on composition, values, edges, and intentional decision-making directly improves their work for juried exhibitions.
While no course can guarantee awards or acceptance, the skills taught are the same ones jurors consistently respond to.
Simply choose the option that fits you best — full access or an individual course — and you’ll receive instant access after purchase.
Alright then...LET'S PAINT!