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Marni Maree Art

Marni Maree's Art

watercolor and oil artist, teacher

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About

Marni Maree’s vibrant watercolors are a joyful reflection of her love for drawing, her desire to create beauty, and the inner happiness she finds through artistic expression. Known for her rich use of color and dynamic compositions, Marni is especially inspired by flowers, camels, and the diverse scenes she encounters during her travels around the world. She never ventures far without her sketchbook and compact painting supplies—always ready to capture the unique spirit of the people and places she visits.

A graduate of Moore College of Art and Design in Philadelphia, PA, Marni holds a BFA and began her career as a freelance graphic artist. Over time, her creative journey led her from colored pencils to watercolor—now her primary medium. She enjoys experimenting with different surfaces, including traditional watercolor paper, Yupo (a smooth synthetic material), masa (rice paper), and canvas. Because watercolor reacts differently on each, Marni finds the process refreshingly unpredictable, with each piece offering a new and exciting artistic challenge.

Marni is also a dedicated and passionate teacher. Since 2014, she has led annual international watercolor workshops (with IlChiostro since 2017), beginning with plein air sessions in Virginia and continuing with immersive painting experiences in inspiring destinations abroad. When students return home, the creative journey continues through group gatherings and shared painting sessions, often evolving into lasting friendships.

Locally, Marni teaches watercolor and drawing throughout Northern Virginia at the Workhouse Arts Center, Green Spring Gardens, various retirement communities, on cruise ships, and in her private studio. Her popular workshops are known for being encouraging, inspiring, and accessible to all levels. With an emphasis on playfulness, spontaneity, and discovery, Marni helps students tap into their own creativity in a supportive and joyful environment.

Marni exhibits her work year-round at the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton, VA, where she maintains a beautiful studio. She regularly participates in regional group exhibitions and has held solo shows annually for over 25 years. Her award-winning watercolors are widely recognized for their vibrancy and emotional resonance.

She is an active member of the Springfield Art Guild, Virginia Watercolor Society, National Watercolor Society, and the Potomac Valley Watercolorists, a juried organization of professional watercolor artists.

I was interviewed on Elizabeth Trinkaus’ Podcast: Enough Already, Yes You Are!

Listen below, or on the podcast here »

Collioure Street
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Marni Maree Art

marni@marnimaree.com
571-499-8272

Studio 509

Workhouse Arts Center
9518 Workhouse Way
Lorton, VA 22079

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Jul 3

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"Goldfish of the Sea" - watercolor, colored pencils, ink

This painting is 1 of 4 in a series I painted of a goldfish pottery figurine. I love the gestural fins and tails. The figurine is gray, so making up these colors was exciting! 

You can find all 4 paintings hanging in the Workhouse Arts Center, Studio 509, and watch the progression.

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Jul 1

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Akel Island, Ireland, 15x11, watercolor

This is available in my Workhouse Studio 509. Come in and visit me, and see my Drawn to Travel Show on display through August 3.
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Jun 30

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Celebrating my amazing travel partner and husband of 41 years!!!! Thanks @rnmaree ! I look forward to the next 41!
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Jun 27

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Here are the creative Mosaic Faces we all made! Look at our happy faces as we display our results. Thank you, Nora, for teaching us and getting our creative spirits working with joy!
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Jun 25

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My sister, Nora of @bloomingartiststudio, came to town to teach a Mosaic Workshop in my home studio, and what a fun and creative weekend it was!
We made expressive mosaic faces using tiles, glass, beads, and even some dishes we got to break. Here we are at the start, surrounded by all the colorful bits and pieces, as we start to bring our ideas to life. I'll post the results soon.

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Jun 25

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Cupcakes - Watercolor and ink
Thank you for all the BIRTHDAY LOVE I received this weekend. I am blessed with a wonderful family and many friends who love to celebrate! This makes turning another year older way more fun!
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Jun 20

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Images from my sketchbooks:
Drawing to Stay Calm- When our vehicle broke down on the way to the airport in Brazil, I felt a sense of panic. As I drew the scene, I felt so much better. We even made it to the airport on time!
A Wet Day in Regensberg- Although it was a cold and wet day, we still had a great day touring. No bad weather, only bad clothes! We had the right clothes.
Ray and Dorothy in their New Zealand Home- I drew the living room of our agritourism hosts, and then they sat down to read, so I just kept going!

Currently on display at Workhouse Arts Center, Gallery Five. 

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Jun 18

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Capers, watercolor on canvas, 10x10

I had no idea this is what capers looked like while growing until I spotted them along a path in Italy, thanks to a tip from Sherry! They were growing wild and beautiful. Sketching and painting discoveries like this in my travel journal is such a joy, but I also love bringing those moments back into my studio to create finished pieces to share with the world.

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