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Text reading 'Sarah Simon is The Hut Gardeners' in a combination of uppercase, lowercase, and cursive fonts.
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Watercolor painting of flowers with shades of pink, red, orange, white, yellow, and green.
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Hi friend, I’m Sarah

Sarah Simon is the Designer, Artist Illustrator and Author at TheMintGardener. Finding inspiration in the ever-blooming variety of textures and colors in her urban garden, Sarah creates and teaches lush Watercolors inspired by the diverse variety of herbs, flowers, and trees grown in her yard. With a continually blooming following of botanical and art lovers alike, Sarah shares her teaching talents virtually online and in Seattle, Washington, of the USA, where she regularly instructs Watercolor Classes to students of all skill levels. To read more about Sarah and her work, visit her About page here.

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Learn with Sarah

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Art Retreats

A Creative Way Art Retreats are a few light-filled days set entirely apart from ordinary life — dedicated to creating, fully and without interruption, in a beautiful place alongside a community of fellow artists. Sarah Simon guides every level with warmth and expertise, from complete beginners to seasoned painters, in carefully chosen locations both domestic and international. All of the latest and greatest curated art supplies and every detail are provided — so your only job is to show up, slow down, and let the work begin. All are welcome here!

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Art Classes

Sarah Simon's in-person watercolor classes are warm, deeply encouraging, and completely unlike any art class you've taken before. Students regularly say they learned more in two hours with Sarah than in months elsewhere. Sarah doesn't just teach technique, she teaches confidence. Every class includes step-by-step watercolor instruction, a pre-drawn design so no drawing skills are required, a professional art kit to take home, and a copy of her internationally bestselling Watercolor Workbook. Classes are held in carefully chosen beautiful locations: local farms, iconic small businesses, stunning community spaces — and frequently feature collaborations with other local creators. Always seasonal. Always beautiful.

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Art Club

A monthly watercolor membership for anyone who wants to paint more, from first-time beginners to seasoned artists, Sarah’s book readers, and her retreat community. Each month, you’ll receive a new original design hand-drawn by Sarah to trace, paint, and make your own. No drawing required, no blank-page pressure. Just pick up your brush and begin.

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Books by Sarah Simon, the Mintgardener

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Sarah is a natural teacher, and her book’s stunning imagery paired with thorough and extensive directions will bring you back again and again. Her books are a must-have staple for both beginners, hobbyists, and professional creatives.

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