Art Classes for Children, Teens & Adults
"Celebrate Life exploring your Creative Side"
with Marlene G. McPherson
"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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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.
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Please contact Marlene if you're interested in taking private sessions in person, on-line, or signing up for an Art Class.
Please check back for updates. Thank you!
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Please check back for updates. Thank you!
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Sample Soft Pastel still-life lesson.
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May 2023 “Fun with Soft Pastels” - Adult Classes
Dates: Thursdays, May 4, 11, 18 & 25, 2023 ( 4 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. Adult Class: Thursday 10 - 11:30 am Adults Class: Thursday 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Adult/Teen Class: Thursday 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. Please contact me if you would like to register or find out more about these classes. I would love to have you join us. Looking forward to hearing from you, Marlene G. McPherson https://www.facebook.com/MGMFineArtStudios Class Location: M.G.M. Fine Art Studios, Winfield, BC To register or find out more information contact Marlene through this website. Teaching Fine Art in the Okanagan since 1993 ______________________________________________________________________________________________ |
Sample Lesson, Moonlit Lighthouse.
Sample Lesson: Winter Moonlight.
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March 2023 "Fun with Charcoal Drawing"
Adult & Children Art Classes
“FUN WITH CHARCOAL DRAWING”* an excellent introduction to drawing and sketching with charcoal, guaranteed to build your creative confidence, plus many other valuable tips on making better artwork and improving your drawing skills. Come have fun! COURSE DURATION: Thursdays, March 2-30th, 2023 (5 weeks) Adult Class: Thursdays, 10 - 11:30 a.m.* Children’s Class: (Ages 8-12 yrs) Thursdays 3:30-5pm* Adult/Teen Class: Thursdays, 7:30 - 9:00 p.m.* *Please note all classes are subject to enrolment. Course Fee: $175.00 includes art supplies. Please contact me if you would like to register or find out more about these classes. I would love to have you join us. Looking forward to hearing from you, Marlene G. McPherson https://www.facebook.com/MGMFineArtStudios Class Location: M.G.M. Fine Art Studios, Winfield, BC To register or find out more information contact Marlene through this website. Teaching Fine Art in the Okanagan since 1993 ________________________________________________________________________________________________ |
Charcoal Drawing by Marlene McPherson
Moonlit Barn, Charcoal Lesson.
West Coast Mountain, Lesson Sample, Acrylic
Snow Aspens, Lesson sample in Acrylic.
Golden Sunset, Acrylic Lesson using Palette knife
Tropical Sunset, Acrylic, Lesson Sample.
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FALL ART PROGRAM 2022: Drawing Classes
“Drawing for Fun” - Adult Classes
Dates: Thursdays, October 20 – Nov 24, 2022 (6 Week Course) Fee: $180.00, art supplies not included. Minimal supplies needed: Paper, pencil and eraser. Drawing is a fun and relaxing activity which has been proven to help lower stress. This program is an excellent introduction to drawing and sketching guaranteed to build your confidence while creating with pencil, plus many other valuable tips on making better artwork and improving your drawing skills. Come have fun! Adult Class: 10 - 11:30 a.m.* Thursday, October 20 – Nov 24, 2022 Adults & Teens: 7:30 - 9:00 p.m.* Thursday, October 20 – Nov 24, 2022 *All Classes are subject to enrolment. Contact Marlene through this website for more info. Special Note to Home-Schooled Students: the South Central Interior District Educational School as well as many Home-School organizations, accepts my art programs as an alternative to the B.C. Provincial Art Curriculum grades 1-12. Please contact me if you have any questions regarding this option and how I might be able to enhance your child’s artistic development. Class Location: M.G.M. Fine Art Studios, Winfield, BC To register or find out more information contact Marlene through this website. M.G.M. Fine Art Studios Teaching Fine Art in the Okanagan since 1993 ____________________________________________________________________________________
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Rose Garden Lesson, watercolour
Butterfly Lesson, watercolour
Mother Swan and Young Lesson, Watercolour
Desert Sunset Scene, Sample Acrylic Lesson
Sunset Swan Family, sample Acrylic Children's Lesson.
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Spring Art Classes, TBA
Watercolour Courses: Introduction to Watercolour Painting Weekly Classes 10 week Course: TBA Course Fee: $250.00, to be paid upon registration. Art Supplies approx. $30.00. 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 Weekly Classes 10 week Course: TBA Course Fee: $250.00, 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 Workshop Fee per Saturday: $105.00 plus $25.00 for Art Supplies. Adults & Teens 10:00am – 4:00pm, (one hour lunch break 12 – 1pm, studio stays open). New Projects each Saturday, including similar teaching to weekly classes. Goal of two completed paintings per Saturday. Acrylic Painting Courses: Fun with Acrylic Painting Weekly Classes 4 week Course: TBA Course Fee: $175.00 includes all Art Supplies. Adult & Teen Classes: Thursday 1 - 3:00 p.m. or 7- 9 p.m. 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 Workshops: Saturday, TBA Workshop Fee per Saturday: $105.00 plus $25.00 for Art Supplies. Adults & Teens 10:00am – 4:00pm, (one hour lunch break 12 – 1pm, studio stays open). New Projects each Saturday, including similar teaching to weekly classes. Goal of two completed paintings per Saturday. Children's Home-School Classes Four week Course, Wednesday afternoons in May. For more info please contact Marlene. M.G.M. Fine Art Studios Teaching Fine Art in the Okanagan since 1993 "Creativity is the Sparkle in Life" _______________________________________________________________________________________ |
Children's Sample Lesson: Under the Sea, Watercolour
Petunias from my Garden, Watercolour
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SUMMER ART CLASSES -
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Grapes on Vine, Acrylic Lesson
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“Fun with Acrylics” - Classes for All Ages*
Wednesday, (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, 10am-4pm, Workshop Fee: $110.00 includes all art supplies. Exploring Pastel Painting: Saturday, 10am-4pm, Workshop Fee: $110.00 per Saturday, includes all art supplies. Introduction to Acrylic Painting, Saturday, 10am-4pm, Workshop Fee: $120.00 per Saturday, includes all art supplies. ______________________________________________________________________________________ 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. |
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Spring Break Art Camp
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'Stillness' by Elizabeth Derksen
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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 __________________________________________________________________________________________________ |
