Denise MacNeill was born in Oakville Ontario and moved to Vancouver Island in 1991.

I feel that I’ve been an artist all my life and have been given a great “gift” to be able to paint the world around me.

Vancouver Island and especially Nanaimo and its inhabitants offers an endless source of inspiration for me.

 

Denise has painted in Acrylics for 12 years.

I am primarily a self-taught painter with a background in Fine Arts, Commercial Art, Weaving, and Crafts.

 

My studies as a Commercial Artist, Community Support Worker, and Mental Health Worker have broadened my skills & experiences as an artist. For over 20 years I have worked with developmentally challenged adults finding creative outlets for their artistic endeavors. I have facilitated art classes and have enjoyed showcasing work and raising public awareness of their unique and varied styles.  Art is for everyone and has an empowering effect on building any individuals dignity and confidence.

 

 

I have been located at “The Intersection Art Gallery” number 6 Commercial St. for the past two years and have now made the move to my new ”home based”  studio and gallery, ready for exhibition and classes starting  in 2010.   I enjoy the teaching process with beginning and seasoned artists.

My message to  my students is to have fun and enjoy.

 

 

I have been very fortunate as a local artist to have exhibited extensively and win numerous awards for my work in acrylics and watercolours.

Denise  recently closed her Father/ Daughter Gallery “The Public Hanging” in the Old City Quarter after a five year run.   She can now be reached at home at:

 

1868 Meredith Road. V9S2M7

(just near Nanaimo bakery off Bowen road.)

 

Telephone (250)-756-1148

 

Email:  drmacneill@shaw.ca