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About Me

Hello, my name is Michael, an artist with a passion for painting with a love for landscapes.

My goal is to create a space where artists like you can accelerate their knowledge, understanding, and development of painting.

I’m very excited to see you embark on this journey of artistic growth!

From online masterclasses & mentoring to in-person workshops,  I hope to build a large collection of information over time.

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My Experiences & Accomplishments

1000+
students
Taught over 1000+ students to see the world differently and become better painters.
100+
workshops
Hosted over 100 online & in-person workshops covering a range of topics.
30+
years experience
Over 30 years of experience in business & design, including 20+ years dedicated to painting.
Author for Artists International Magazine and Art Avenue Magazine.
Founder & President of PleinAir BC, past board member of the Federation of Canadian Artist and Instructional Artist for Winsor & Newton.
Creator of the artful:minds Inspirational Interviews, interviewing artists from around the world.

Personal Help

Experience personalized guidance with each Masterclass, just like an in-person workshop.

Benefit from clear and straightforward feedback during my live critiques.

Concise

Access bite-sized content designed to enhance your painting skills and knowledge, complete with exercises and challenges to give you that extra push when needed.

Direction

Whether you're just starting out, a seasoned artist, or somewhere in between, I provide a concise direction to help you develop a painter's mindset before you even touch the canvas.

Cost Effective

Weekly classes and workshops can quickly become expensive.

Masterclasses and my Quick Series provide exceptional value, offering cost-effective options that ensure you get the most out of every session.

What Do You Want?

Are you ready to see like an artist?
Do you want to mix colours effortlessly?
Are you in need of guidance and inspiration to help you set and reach your goals?
If so, you've come to the right place. It's time to become a better painter and make real change happen.
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Mentoring & Masterclasses

Online Masterclasses

Masterclasses are an excellent way to enhance your skills and broaden your artistic horizons. These focused sessions offer in-depth instructions, allowing you to explore new techniques, styles, processes.

Whether you're looking to paint more loosely, refine your color theory, improve your composition, or delve into new artistic challenges, masterclasses provide the expert guidance and immersive learning experience you need to elevate your painting.

Monthly Critiques

A critique is not about us telling you what is wrong, it is a conversation about colour, space, direction, composition, design, values, brushwork, focal points, areas of rest, balance, movement, proportion, story and a lot more.

Whether your painting style is representational, impressionistic, realistic or more abstract, the critique is about growth, fresh thinking and exciting ideas.

1:1 Mentoring Sessions

Within my one-on-one mentoring sessions, we focus on your unique needs and goals. We'll discuss the areas you'd like to improve and set clear, achievable targets. I’ll offer the tools, support, and guidance necessary to overcome obstacles and create lasting changes in your practice.

From focused subjects like color mixing and composition to broader themes like gallery representation and pricing.

Free Tips & Tricks

Discover my free videos and downloads, created to provide you with valuable insights and tools to elevate your artistic skills. These resources cover a variety of topics, offering practical advice, tips, and techniques to help you improve.

Whether you're seeking to refine your craft or explore new creative avenues, free content is here to support your artistic journey.
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Testimonials

“Michael provides exceptional teaching and skill development and in one case actually changed my practice. The artful:minds community over-delivers for the modest cost of everything that is included.”

Susan L. Greig

Owner/Founder Braid Studios
“The amount of ideas and information coming our way in digestible bites keeps my ideas flowing.”

Shelley Ross

Artist
“I just love your Open Studio Sessions. It has helped me greatly with various issues that have come up.”

Denise Maxwell

Oil Painter
“For me, the most valuable part of the community are the monthly critiques. It’s rare to find the expertise in demonstrating alternatives to improve your paintings. That is very much appreciated! ”

Maureen Shivhare

Artist
“I’m so grateful for the artful:minds membership. The access to Michael’s experience and critiques I find especially helpful as a self-taught artist working on my own.”

Shannon Emmanuel

Figurative & Landscape Painter

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