Watercolor painting depicting a beach scene. A group of figures, rendered in loose brushstrokes, are walking on a light sandy beach towards the ocean. The ocean is depicted with shades of blue and green, showing movement and waves. Green trees and foliage are visible in the upper right corner. The sky is a light gray, suggesting an overcast day. The artist's signature is visible in the bottom right corner.
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Savings are in the spring air!

Join watercolor master Eric Wiegardt for an exclusive Plein Air Workshop in Kona, Hawaii in January 2026. Learn about upcoming price adjustments for online mentoring and paint-along classes starting April 1st. Plus, discover Eric’s insightful perspective on creative plateaus and how these natural periods can ultimately strengthen your artistic journey. Spring forward with new painting opportunities and creative renewal!

Watercolor painting depicting a beach scene. A group of figures, rendered in loose brushstrokes, are walking on a light sandy beach towards the ocean. The ocean is depicted with shades of blue and green, showing movement and waves. Green trees and foliage are visible in the upper right corner. The sky is a light gray, suggesting an overcast day. The artist's signature is visible in the bottom right corner.
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Spring Forward: Overcoming Creative Plateaus as an Artist

Join watercolor master Eric Wiegardt for an exclusive Plein Air Workshop in Kona, Hawaii in January 2026. Learn about upcoming price adjustments for online mentoring and paint-along classes starting April 1st. Plus, discover Eric’s insightful perspective on creative plateaus and how these natural periods can ultimately strengthen your artistic journey. Spring forward with new painting opportunities and creative renewal!

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The Tides of March: A Watercolor Journey

In March, students are encouraged to explore watercolor techniques that capture the essence of water and shorelines. Key lessons include noting color shifts, light play, and the importance of layered washes for creating motion. Artists should share their tide-inspired creations using the hashtag #tidesofmarch on social media. Keep painting!

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Announcing our Mystery Location winner and more!

The Final Mystery Location was Hawaii! And we’re going back in 2026! Congratulations to last week’s winner who successfully identified Hawaii! Eric & Ann are also excited to announce a Plein Air Watercolor Workshop in Hawaii, January 21 – 28 2026! Our February Art Mystery Challenge comes to a close. We’re thrilled to announce that…

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Final February Mystery location painting!

Final Week of Our February Art Mystery! Congratulations to last week’s winner who successfully identified Venice, Italy! Now we’ve arrived at our fourth and final mystery of February – who will complete our group of prize drawing finalists? This vibrant watercolor captures a scene of leisurely paradise. Eric’s expressive brushwork brings to life a kaleidoscope…

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Mystery location painting #3!

Week Three of Our Art Mystery Challenge! Congratulations to last week’s winner who correctly identified Calella, Spain as the location of our coastal painting! Our mystery location winners are really racking up now – who will join them this week? For our third challenge, Eric presents us with a dynamic scene dominated by striking blues…

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Week Two of Our Art Mystery Challenge!

Week Two of Our Art Mystery Challenge! Welcome back, art detectives! Last weeks Mystery Painting was Flower Market from Belize! Our winner has been notified and is entered into the drawing at the end of the month! Thank you to everyone that submitted guesses! This week’s watercolor transports us to a charming coastal scene that beckons…

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Let the Art Mystery Begin!

Let the Art Mystery Begin! Welcome to our first February Art Mystery Challenge! Take a close look at this vibrant watercolor scene. The bold splashes of reds and yellows dance among cool blues and greens, while mysterious figures move through this impressionistic landscape. Can you identify the location of this piece? Look carefully at the…

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Test your Eye in February!

February Art Mystery Challenge Art lovers and sharp-eyed observers, we have an exciting challenge for you! Throughout February, we’re inviting our collectors and student artists to put their art knowledge to the test. Here’s how it works: each week, we’ll post a mystery artwork on our website without its title and send it to our…

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Join the January online scavenger hunt!

Time for a Scavenger Hunt! Join in our January Calendar Quest! We’ll be hiding eight calendars across Eric’s online spaces – can you find them all? Start your New Year with our Calendar Quest! We’ll be hiding eight calendars across Eric’s online spaces – can you find them all? Search for two calendars each on:…