Art Classes for Children, Teens & Adults
"Celebrate Life exploring your Creative Side"
with Marlene G. McPherson

Fun and informative Classes designed to introduce you to the skills and techniques used in painting with a variety of  exciting mediums.  Classes are lead by Marlene G. McPherson offering high quality instruction within an encouraging, non-competitive environment.  Marlene is a professional artist and has been teaching Fine Art in the Okanagan since 1993.

Instruction includes colour theory, composition, blending techniques and instructor demonstrations of many special qualities unique to the medium which the students will then apply to their own paintings. Beginners are welcome. Paintings are completed during each class and several during  Saturday workshops.

Note for Parents: The South Central Interior District Educational School as well as some private schools accept Marlene's  art programs as an alternative to the B.C. Provincial Art Curriculum.  Please feel free to contact Marlene if you have any questions regarding your child’s creative development.

For more information regarding Marlene's Classes please contact her through this website.

                                                                                                                     "Creativity is the Sparkle in Life"
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*** To receive notices about Marlene's upcoming Art Classes please contact her through this site's contact page.

Moonlit Barn, Charcoal Lesson.

FALL ART PROGRAM: September - November 2018
Drawing Classes

“Drawing for Fun” - Classes for All Ages*
Tuesday, September 18 - November 27, 2018 (11 weeks)
Fee: $275.00, art supplies extra and can be purchased from Studio for an estimated $25.00 - $30.00.
Drawing is a fun and relaxing activity which has been proven to help lower stress.  This program focuses on drawing with pencil, charcoal and ink, plus many other valuable tips on art making. Come have fun!
Adult Class: Tuesdays 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Adults & Teens:  Tuesdays 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.     
Children Class (Ages 7-12) Tuesdays 3:30 – 5:00 p.m.  
*All Classes are subject to enrolment.     
Contact Marlene through this website to register.

Children's Sample Lesson: Under the Sea, Watercolour

Petunias from my Garden, Watercolour

Rose Garden Lesson, watercolour

Butterfly Lesson, watercolour

Ocean Splash Lesson, Watercolour

Mother Swan and Young Lesson, Watercolour

Pansy Lesson, Acrylic

Wood Lake Summer Song, acrylic, 24"x18", Marlene McPherson

West Coast Mountain, Lesson Sample, Acrylic

Snow Aspens, Lesson sample in Acrylic.

SUMMER ART CLASSES - July & August 2018
*Children, Adults and Teens*
Have fun this  Summer exploring your Creativity with these 3 day mini Courses in Watercolour & Acrylic.
All new projects with new artworks being completed each day. Pick your favorite or attend them all. 
Beginners Welcome!
Location: Marlene's Artist-Studio in Winfield, B.C. 

Children Art Classes (ages 8 – 12 yrs.)
Two mornings of fun, guaranteeing your child some creativity this summer. 
Fun with Watercolour Painting #1
July 17 & 19, Tues. & Thurs. 10am – 12 noon, Course Fee: $80.00 includes Art Supplies.
 
Fun with Acrylic Painting #1
July 24 & 26, Tues. & Thurs. 10am – 12 noon, Course Fee: $80.00 includes Art Supplies.
       
Fun with Watercolour Painting #2
Aug. 14 & 16, Tues. & Thurs. 10am – 12 noon, Course Fee: $80.00 includes Art Supplies.

Fun with Acrylic Painting #2
Aug. 21 & 23, Tues. & Thurs. 10am – 12 noon, Course Fee: $80.00 includes Art Supplies.
 
Adult & Teens  Mini Art Courses
If you've ever wondered if you could create like an artist, these 3 day mini-Courses are a perfect introduction, giving you some fun with Watercolour or Acrylic Painting. Choose your favorite or attend all!

Painting Flowers in Watercolour #1
July 17-19, Tues., Wed. & Thurs.  Class: 1-3pm or 7-9pm, Fee: $120.00 Art Supplies extra $30.00.
 
Painting Okanagan Landscapes in Acrylic #1
July 24-26, Tues., Wed. & Thurs.  Class: 1-3pm or 7-9pm, Fee: $120.00 Art Supplies extra $30.00.
 
Painting Flowers in Watercolour #2
Aug 14-16, Tues., Wed. & Thurs.  Class: 1-3pm or 7-9pm, Fee: $120.00 Art Supplies extra $30.00.
 
Painting Okanagan Landscapes in Acrylic #2
Aug 21-23, Tues., Wed. & Thurs.  Class: 1-3pm or 7-9pm, Fee: $120.00 Art Supplies extra $30.00.
 
Beginners Welcome! Come have fun!
Teaching Creativity in the Okanagan since 1993

Registrations: For more info on these classes or to register please contact Marlene through this website's contact page.

Spring Art Classes, April - June 2018
Watercolour Courses:
‘Introduction to Watercolour Painting’
10 week Course: Tuesday, April 10- June 19,  2018 (no class June 5th)
Course Fee: $230.00, to be paid upon registration. Art Supplies extra.
An excellent beginners or review course designed to give you a good understanding of watercolour painting. Lessons include basic colour theory, composition and special techniques unique to this medium. Each lesson focuses on a new painting, giving you a total of 10 paintings by course completion.
Adult Class: Tuesdays, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Adults & Teens:  Tuesdays, 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. 
Children Class (Ages 7-12) Tuesdays, 3:30 – 5:00 p.m.

‘Intermediate Watercolour Painting’
10 week Course: Tuesday, April 10- June 19,  2018 (no class June 5th)
Course Fee: $230.00, to be paid upon registration. Art Supplies extra.
Builds on skills and techniques already learned, allowing participants to explore their own unique creativity and direction. Participants will experience more confidence in their painting skills as they design and create their own original works of art. Prerequisite: Watercolour Intro Course or basic watercolour painting skills.
Adults: Tuesdays, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Watercolour Painting - Saturday Workshops:
Saturdays to be Announced; April & May - Workshop Fee: $105.00 Art Supplies extra.
New Projects each Workshop. Please contact Marlene if you're interested in a Saturday Workshop.
Adults & Youth 10:00am – 4:00pm

Acrylic Painting Courses:
‘Fun with Acrylic Painting’
4 week Course; Thursdays, April 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2018*
Course Fee: $175.00 includes all art supplies. 
Adult Class: 7- 9 pm. All new projects. 
An excellent beginners or review course designed to give you a good understanding of acrylic painting. Lessons include basic colour theory, composition and special techniques unique to this medium. Each lesson focuses on a new painting, giving you a total of 4 paintings.                                                           

Acrylic Painting - Saturday Workshop:
Saturdays to be Announced; April & May - Workshop Fee: $105.00 Art Supplies extra.
New Projects each Workshop. Please contact Marlene if you're interested in a Saturday Workshop.
Adults & Youth 10:00am – 4:00pm

Children's Home-School Classes
For more information please contact Marlene McPherson through this website.

Location: All Classes held at Artist’s Home-Studio in Winfield, B.C.  Email for address.
Registrations: Contact Marlene through website. Please note all classes are subject to enrolment.

Come have Fun!

Creativity adds Sparkle to Life!
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Winter 2018 Art Programs
Fun with Acrylic Painting - Weekly Classes & Saturday Workshops

Warm-up this Winter Exploring your Creative Side!
Weekly Painting Classes for Adults & Children -"Fun with Acrylics"
Two Courses available with all new painting projects:
Course #1: Thursdays; January 25, February 1, 8 & 15, 2018
Course Fee: $175.00 includes all art supplies.
Adult Class: Thursdays, 1- 3 pm or Evening Class: 7- 9 pm
Children's Class (Ages 8-12 yrs): Thursdays, 3:30 – 5:30 pm
 
Course #2: Thursdays; February 22, March 1, 8 & 15, 2018
Course Fee: $175.00 includes all art supplies.
Adult Class: Thursdays, 1- 3 pm or Evening Class: 7- 9 pm
Children Class (Ages 7-12 yrs): Thursdays, 3:30 – 5:30 pm                                                                                         
(Please note that Course #1 is not a prerequisite for Course #2)
 
Beginners Welcome. Gift Certificates Available. Come have Fun!
 
“Fun with Acrylics” is designed to introduce you to the wonderful world of Acrylic Painting. Classes are led by instructor demonstrations, painting a variety of colourful, interesting subjects including still life and landscapes. Teaching also includes colour theory, design and technique, helping you to understand the many special effects possible with this exciting medium. These courses contain all new projects and each lesson will focus on a new painting giving you four completed paintings per course.

Saturday Workshops for Adults - “Fun with Acrylics”
Saturdays: February 3, 17 & 24, March 3 & 10, 2018
Time: 10am - 4pm
Fee per Saturday: $115.00 includes all art supplies.
Participants may register for all four Workshops or individual Saturdays of their choice. Each Workshop will have new projects for participants to be inspired and complete.
Suitable for both beginners and intermediate students.
 
Location: Lake Country ‘ArtHouse’ 10356A Bottomwood Lake Road, Winfield, B.C.
Please contact Marlene through this website to register or for more info.

M.G.M. Fine Art Studios
Teaching Fine Art in the Okanagan since 1993
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Autumn Dance, Pastel by Marlene McPherson

Golden Sunset, Acrylic Lesson using Palette knife

Grapes on Vine, Acrylic Lesson

“Fun with Pastels” - Classes for All Ages*
Wednesday, Sept. 20 – Oct. 25, 2017 ( 6 weeks)
Fee: $150.00, includes all art supplies
A fun introduction to this versatile, colorful medium. Participants will learn techniques and various application methods while following step-by-step demonstrations of landscapes, flowers & still-life.
Adults Class:  Wednesday  1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Adult/Teen Class:  Wednesday 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.                   
 Children Class (Ages 7-12) Wednesdays 3:30 – 5:00 p.m.            

“Fun with Acrylics” - Classes for All Ages*
Wednesday, November 1 - 22, 2017 (4 weeks)
Course Fee: $145.00, includes all art supplies.
Designed to introduce you to the wonderful world of Acrylic Painting. Classes are led by instructor demonstrations, painting a variety of colourful, interesting subjects including still life and landscapes.
Adults Class:  Wednesday  1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Adult/Teen Class:  Wednesday 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.                   
 Children Class (Ages 7-12) Wednesdays 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.

Saturday Workshops for Adults & Teens - choose your day & medium
Discover the Pleasure of Drawing for Fun: Saturday, October 14, 2017
10am-4pm, Workshop Fee: $110.00 includes all art supplies.

Exploring Pastel Painting: Saturday, October 21 & 28, 2017
10am-4pm, Workshop Fee: $110.00 per Saturday, includes all art supplies.

Introduction to Acrylic Painting, Saturday, November 4 & 18, 2017
10am-4pm, Workshop Fee: $120.00 per Saturday, includes all art supplies.
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LOCATION: All Classes are held at Artist’s Home-Studio in Winfield, email for address.
PAYMENT POLICY: Payment by cash/cheque at time of registration.
REGISTRATION: Class sizes are limited, please register early. Registrations may be made thru Contact Page.
*All Classes are subject to enrolment.

Spring Break Art Camp
Have fun creating in an Artist's Studio!

Ages: 6 - 12 yrs.
Dates: March 15, 16 & 17, 2016 (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday)
Time: 1 - 3:30pm
Fee: $105.00 Includes all art supplies.
Three afternoons of fun guaranteeing your child some excitement this Spring Break. Held in the inspirational setting of an authentic Artist Studio your child will be encouraged to explore their own creativity while being introduced to a variety of mediums. Each day will have new projects for your child to be inspired and complete.
To register or find out more information contact Marlene through the contact page on this website or phone 250-766-3934.

Teaching Fine Art in the Okanagan since 1993

'Stillness' by Elizabeth Derksen

Testimonial from former Student
Hi Marlene,
I hope you remember me from the classes I took last year.  I just thought I would send you an update on what I've been doing since then.  Your classes were so valuable to me and I want you to know that I am very grateful for the time I was able to spend with you. 
Since I left Winfield, I decided that I really needed to just paint.  To actually make time for it in my life.  I set a few goals… joining our local art society was one, and another was having my work displayed at "The Gecko Tree" which is a bistro that features local artists.  It has always been a dream of mine to one day have my work there.  Another goal which was more a dream than a goal was to have a show in our art gallery.  Well….. all of this is happening.  I still can't believe it.  It is so exciting for me.  Seven of my paintings go up in the Gecko Tree next week, and I will have a solo show at our gallery in March of 2014.  I wanted you to know all this because you are a part of it.  I was so happy to come to your place and learn, and paint.  It was a wonderful environment and I can't thank you enough.  Anyways…. I thought I would attach a sample of what I am doing these days and also give you my "website".  I don't actually have a website, just a page on Facebook but you can look at it without having to join Facebook.  Website is:  www.facebook.com/LizR.DerksenArtist
please check it out.
Here is also my most recent painting…  It is called "Stillness"
Liz Derksen
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