Marc Taylor began studying painting at a young age. His parents have always encouraged him to paint; his first set of paints and brushes were from his parents which he passionately put to use. Marc continued his art education through college and went on to have a successful career as an illustrator and designer. Now pursuing fine art, he enjoys exploring complex texture and color relationships and playing with the fine line between abstraction and reality. "Art is an invitation to my world where all dreams and fantasies become reality. My hope is for my viewer to share my experiences through art."

Carole Katchen is an Impressionist whose whimsical social commentary has attracted a vast audience throughout the world. Proficient in both oils and pastels, she has won numerous awards including Master Pastelist status from Pastel Society of America, and the Golden Mentor Award from the International Association of Pastel Society. She has been listed in Who's Who in the World, Who's Who of American Art and the International Who's Who of Women.

She has written 17 published books, most recently "Express Yourself With Pastel", and articles for Cosmopolitan, Parents and several art magazines. She is a contributing editor to The Artist's Magazine and a feat...

Canadian artist, Wendy Kroeker (Erhardt) earned her diploma in Applied Arts, design and illustration at Red River Community College in Winnipeg, Manitoba. She worked in the advertising industry for several years and then chose to pursue fine art painting during the years she was at home with her children. Wendy has remained in the fine art industry after the children eventually moved out and established homes of their own. Wendy is an accomplished artist and an experienced instructor in watercolor, oil, acrylic and mixed media. She is well known and respected for her techniques and teaching skills. She has taught workshops in Winnipeg, throughout Manitoba and Ontario. She taught 6 years a...