From Hobbyist to Watercolour Teacher: What 7 Years of Painting Taught Me
I never planned for any of this. What starting as a simple hobby in 2018 taught me about loose watercolour, happy accidents, and why I’m writing a book.
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My Story
Hey there! I'm Celine.
I've been painting with watercolour since 2018, and what started as a personal creative journey has grown into something I never expected — a community of hundreds of students I've had the joy of teaching both in-person and online.
My style is fun, loose and contemporary. I'm entirely self-taught, which means I know firsthand what it feels like to figure things out without a roadmap — and that shapes everything about how I teach.
Since 2021, I've been on a mission to help people fall in love with painting, free from the pressure and perfectionism that so often gets in the way of creative joy. Whether you're picking up a brush for the very first time or rediscovering a passion you set aside, I'm here to help you realise your creative potential — and actually enjoy the process.
Celine Rahim
Begin Your Journey
Where to Get Started
Embark on your watercolour adventure with curated tools, essential colour guides, and practical artist techniques designed to nurture your creative spark.
In the Studio
Watercolour in Motion
Capturing the dialogue between organic granulating pigments, pure water, and fine archival cotton paper.
01 / Curated Kit
My Favourite Supplies
I'm sharing my absolute favourite supplies in my kit and where you can get them.
02 / Harmony
Colour Theory
A must when learning how to paint and use harmonious palettes.
03 / Studio Guide
Art Tips
Discover the secrets to beautiful granulating washes, soft edges, and organic water control.
Curated Journal
Insights & Perspectives
Explore our journal entries on loose watercolour painting, colour mixing recipes, studio thoughts, and creative inspiration.
Upcoming Book Spotlight
The Art of Loose Watercolour
A Step-by-Step Guide to Translucency, Granulation & Luminous Botanical Bleeds
I am writing the book I wish had existed when I first picked up a brush. Whether you are a complete beginner or a seasoned artist looking to loosen up your style, this book will teach you how to paint with transparency, manage water consistency, and embrace watercolour's beautiful happy accidents.
Filled with 30 step-by-step studio tutorials, pigment mixing recipes, and composition guides. Signed pre-orders are now available!
Curated Tools
My Favourite Supplies
A curated selection of the professional fine art tools and watercolour painting instruments we use daily in the studio.
Saunders Waterford Paper
Professional cold-press watercolour paper by St. Cuthberts Mill. 100% cotton, 140lb, 300gsm.
Winsor & Newton Pigments
Professional watercolour range offering exceptional vibrancy, permanence, and beautiful transitions.
Princeton Heritage Brushes
Synthetic sable brushes (Series 4050). Daily studio favorites in sizes 2, 6, and 16.
Our Learning Programmes
Online Courses & Masterclasses
Workshops & Courses
Join our curated, premium learning workshops to master watercolour techniques, modern lettering styles, and creative drawing foundations.
Watercolour Workshop
Zoom
Beginner Level
Beginner Watercolour Workshop
Learn about supplies, colour theory, watercolour techniques, stems and leaves, roses and peonies.
Timeline: 2.5 Hours
Format: Zoom Live Classroom
Investment: $200 TTD
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Calligraphy Workshop
Zoom
Modern Styling
Brush Calligraphy Workshop
Learn how to write in a modern brush calligraphy style starting from basics and working your way up!
Timeline: 2 Hours
Format: Zoom Live (Includes Supplies)
Investment: $200 TTD
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Drawing Workshop
Zoom
Fundamental Steps
Beginner Drawing Workshop
Learn 6 essential steps to sketch anything! Lines & curves, shape & structure, manipulation, study, observe & create.
Timeline: 1.5 Hours
Format: Zoom Live Classroom
Investment: $80 TTD
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Art Theory
Zoom
Crucial Masterclass
Colour Theory & Mixing
Dive into one of the most crucial topics in art: colour theory! Mix colours and create beautiful, harmonious palettes.
Timeline: 1.5 Hours
Format: Zoom Live Classroom
Investment: $80 TTD
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Curated Materials
The Studio Shop
Professional-grade art supplies hand-selected and custom-crafted for contemporary watercolour artists.
In Stock
Saunders Waterford Block
100% cotton cold-press block, mould-made, 140lb (300gsm), 20 sheets. Perfect for loose granulating washes.
In Stock
Winsor & Newton Set
Professional watercolour range. Lightweight metal box containing 12 vibrant, single-pigment half pans.
In Stock
Princeton Brush Set
Flagship synthetic sable brushes. Exceptional snap and needle-point tips. Sizes 2, 6, 12, and 16.
Let's Connect
Let's Connect.
Whether you want to learn loose watercolour painting, commission original artwork, or collaborate on creative design work, I invite you to reach out.
