I'm a professional watercolor artist and passionate art educator based in beautiful Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. I teach beginner-friendly workshops and immersive painting experiences inspired by the landscapes and wildlife that move us.

I’ve worked with art centres, galleries, local parks, and private groups, and I’m available for:

International retreats
Artist residencies
Collaborative teaching events
Wildlife and nature-focused art programs

My workshops are joyful, welcoming, and rooted in creative connection — with nature, with place, and with each other. I teach in-person across Western Canada and am excited to collaborate with hosts abroad.

 Let's bring watercolor to your retreat, resort, or event — hello@elenamarkelova.com

Upcoming Classes and Workshops:

Ocean, Waves & Wildlife in Watercolour 6-Week Course
Maple Ridge - FULL
Tuesdays, May 19 - June 23, 6:30 - 8:30 PM

Mountains & Trees in Watercolour 6-Week Course
Maple Ridge - FULL
Wednesdays, May 20 - June 24, 6:30 - 8:30 PM

FREE Event - Try-it and Explore 15 NEW Opus Watercolours 
Coquitlam - Register Here
Saturday, May 23d, 2026

Workshop at International Watercolor Festival
Calgary - Register Here
August 16, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

ART RETREATS:

Art & Soul of the Azores: Watercolour Retreat - Feb 15 - 20, 2026 - SOLD OUT

Sicily Watercolor Painting Retreat – Scopello, April 27 - May 3 2026 - SOLD OUT

Amalfi Coast Watercolour Retreat – Minori, September 13 - 19 2026 - SOLD OUT

2027 dates coming soon!