Stories I Only Tell My Friends

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Where art, heart, and good stories meet. From watercolor musings to behind-the-scenes wedding magic, this is about finding beauty in what lasts and savoring the art of the everyday.

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  • Weekly Watercolor and Art Tutorials

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About Courtney Cooper

I paint your favorite storiesโ€”live at weddings, with watercolor magic, and through tutorials that make art feel less intimidating. Love timeless beauty, fluffy, buttery cookies, and turning lifeโ€™s spills into strokes of genius.

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