My Giant Strawberry is an invitation to pay attention to everyday glimmers of magic

a watercolor painting in progress of spring plants and flowers including tiny leaves of a fern

a reminder to savor simple joys

a handful of tiny strawberries is a giant delight in the garden

a nudge to grab your art supplies and create without fear

watercolor garden spade with green handle

a handful of garden dahlias is a simple joy to savor

Hi, I’m Anne Butera

I loved making art when I was a child, but as I grew up I “learned” I wasn’t good at it.

As an adult I felt something was missing from my life and set out to reclaim my creativity.

I taught myself how to paint, but I also followed the lead of my kindergarten self and began to believe, again, in the giant strawberries she was able to effortlessly conjure.

Preorders are now open for reissued gratitude journals:

a beautifully illustrated gratitude journal from botanical watercolor artist Anne Butera

learn with me

playing with paint and crayons in sketchbooks

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What students are saying:

“Anne Butera is a beautiful artist but it is the joy that she brings to the exercise that makes her truly special. I learn from her instruction and also get enriched by her approach to nature and making art.” — T.B.

“Thank you so much… You are classes are absolute gold on Skillshare. Truly awesome.” — S.C.

“Trying to teach an adult to play with paint and not worry about the mess you might make is trickier then you might think but this class has really loosened me up . So much fun!” — T.L.

“Anne is an exceptional teacher. She explains clearly and concisely. I like the way she teaches and her warm and approachable demeanor. I would highly recommend any of Anne's classes on Skillshare.” — S.W.