Mary Wu is a watercolor artist, educator, and content creator best known as @mamapandapainter, where she shares painting tutorials and creative inspiration across social media. After recovering from a long illness, Mary turned to watercolor as a way to reconnect with creativity, faith, and joy. Her approachable style has helped countless people fall in love with watercolor. She holds a Master's in Education from Loyola Marymount University and was a teacher for many years. Now based in Southern California and a mom of three, Mary teaches workshops, partners with art brands, and volunteers teaching art to support healing and self-expression. She believes art has the power to restore, connect, and bring light into even the hardest moments.