A question for Marvin about his palette of limited color

[Molly Sherrick Phifer]

Brenda, you gave me a great laugh! I can relate to your wanting to learn Marvin's methods. Not only are his works breathtaking, the works of his students are so consistently wonderful. See PSoA best of show and people's choice winner and Mattelson student, Joseph Daily here .
I have long admired his students' works and wrestled with myself over whether I could afford the money, or for me more importantly the time away to study with him. I have finally made the commitment. I have enrolled in his weekly classes in New York City, which will run for 10 weeks (I am taking the Saturday classes) starting in September. I'll get six hours per week with Marvin. Yeeha! I understand that folks have traveled hundreds of miles each week to attend. My 135 miles seems pretty easy in comparison. I am really looking forward to this experience, even if I spend 50% of my Saturday time on the road. Yikes

Many thanks to Janel, Patty, Enzie et al for sharing your experiences. It really is inspiring to many.

[Patricia Joyce]

Ditto, Janel!
I did take out a loan to study with Marvin and I consider it the best investment I can make in my future as an artists. Heck, I figured that if I could take out student loans to getmy undergraduate degree, it made more sense to take out a loan for Marvin's workshop!!

I am 50, I only have so many years to paint and I want the greatest learning curve I can attain - I get that with Marvin. Molly I can't wait to hear your reports after you start studying with Marvin in New York - I'm very excited for you.

And Janel, I am going to the art museum tonight for my regular visit, but I am calling the museum today to see about painting there - you inspire me!!!

[Janel Maples]

Go Patty, GO!

Curiosity question for all the readers out there. Is our enthusiasm coming through loud and clear through the type? Hope so. I love this energy!