Our Story — Mama Panda Painter

Create something meaningful with your hands.

A table with watercolor paintings and greeting cards for various occasions, watercolor paints, brushes, and a palette on a wooden surface.

My story

A few years ago, my life looked very different. I went through a serious illness that left me bedridden for a long time. It was a lonely, difficult season and I wasn’t sure how I would find my way back to myself. Watercolor became something gentle I could try. It didn’t require perfection or a lot of energy. It was my way to find joy again.

Today, I create in many different ways, from watercolor to custom designs and laser projects. But at the heart of it all is the same feeling I found during that time… creating brings joy, peace, and a sense of possibility.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to begin, I hope what I share here reminds you that you can start small and create something beautiful.

I’m so glad you’re here.

— Mary

A woman with long purple hair is smiling while painting a colorful picture with flowers and a birdhouse on paper. There are various flowers on the table.

Create with Intention

I believe art is for everyone, even if you feel like you’re “not good at it” or don’t have the time. Creating isn’t about getting it perfect, it’s about slowing down, enjoying the process, and making something with your hands.

I love keeping things simple, joyful, and approachable, so you can experience that too. Sometimes the smallest moments of creating are the ones that bring the most joy.

Watercolor painting of a colorful flower bouquet with pink, orange, purple, and yellow flowers, green leaves, and small butterflies and blossoms on white textured background.

Collection of handmade greeting cards with floral and cute animal illustrations, surrounded by colorful spring flowers including daffodils, hyacinths, and tulips, on a wooden surface.

A flat lay of personalized gifts and accessories for a celebration, including wooden egg decorations with bunny drawings, a wooden puzzle featuring various dog faces, a framed hand with artwork, a small bottle wrapped in burlap, a notebook with a floral design and name 'Annaliese,' pastel heart-shaped candies, a pink and white tote bag with phrases like 'LOVE' and 'HUGS,' a light blue sweatshirt with a cat and dog graphic and text 'Ms. Rosas survived 100 days of school,' and a grid of alphabet tiles.

SHOP

Watercolor Cards

Personalized Gifts

Group of children painting watercolor pictures at a table with art supplies and water cups.

Learn

Classes

“From start to finish, working with Mary was pleasant and stress free. The custom sweatshirt turned out so cute!”

- Sara R.