It's nice and sunny outside which means it's the perfect time to do some plein air sketches and studies! The French term 'plein air' means out of doors and refers to the practice of painting entire finished pictures out of doors. So what are we waiting for? Let's get outside and create!These Plein Air summer group classes are drop-ins ($25/person), so you can join any time! They'll be held at various locations around Maple Ridge on Wednesday evenings, 6:30-8:30 pm, and we are starting on June 7th. During our 2-hour classes, you will have the opportunity to learn and explore the captivating world of watercolour painting in nature. We will cover fundamental techniques such as brush control, color mixing, and creating various washes to bring the natural surroundings to life on...
Dive into the world of nature and paint a unique and spirited Aurora Bear on Earth day with watercolors in Elena Markelova’s signature double exposure style. Elena will be showing you how to combine a portrait of the Bear with a Northern Lights mountain landscape using different watercolour techniques and some of Elena’s favourite tricks to add more life and movement to your beautiful painting. In this 2.5 hours class you will learn the basic watercolour washes as well as some advanced techniques, and will leave with a beautiful painting and a new skill set that can be used for future art projects! All materials are provided for this enchanting evening along with a glass of wine, tea, and a Flourist cookie.Location:...
This March I'm hosting two watercolour classes at Artisan Gifts and Flowers in Coquitlam, suited for both beginners and advanced students. In these 3 hours classes you will learn the basic watercolour washes as well as some advanced techniques, and will leave with a beautiful painting and a new skill set that can be used for future art projects!1. Aurora Bear - March 5, 5-8 pm Dive into the world of nature and paint a unique Aurora Bear in Elena Markelova’s signature double exposure style. Elena will be showing you how to combine a portrait of the Bear with a Northern Lights mountain landscape using different watercolour techniques and some of Elena’s favourite tricks to add more life and movement to the painting.Learn...
Join us for the 41st Annual Coquitlam Christmas Craft Fair!Friday, December 2nd 4pm – 9pmSaturday, December 3rd 10am – 6pmSunday, December 4th 10am – 4pmPoirier Forum - 618 Poirier Street Coquitlam, BC V3J 6A9I'm looking forward to seeing you this holiday season!More information about vendors and tickets here - coquitlamcrafts.com
This November I'm hosting two watercolour classes at Artisan Gifts and Flowers in Coquitlam, suited for both beginners and advanced students - Killer Whale inn my signature double exposure style and Misty Forest. All materials provided
