Workshops & Art Classes
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:
Landscapes in Watercolour 6-Week Course
Maple Ridge - FULL
Tuesdays, January 6 - February 10, 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Watercolour Travel Sketching 6-Week Course
Maple Ridge - FULL
Wednesdays, January 7 - February 11, 6:30 - 8:30 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 Painting Retreat – Minori, September 13 - 19 2026 - 7 Spots
Nestled in the charming Agriturismo Villa Maria in Minori, our intimate 7-day retreat combines daily watercolour workshops with some of Italy’s most breathtaking coastal scenery. From terraced lemon groves to cliffside towns like Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello, this is your chance to paint, relax, and immerse yourself in Mediterranean beauty.
With a maximum of 7 participants (plus instructor), you’ll enjoy personalized guidance, hands-on studio sessions, and plenty of time for plein-air painting, sketching excursions, and local inspiration.
Tap the link to learn more and save your spot — Join me in Minori, where art, nature, and Italian hospitality come together for an unforgettable week.