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From the mouths of babes and their parents...
Hi Deb. "Thanks for continuing to keep us posted on new developments at Marks of
Perception. I just wanted to give you an update on our son. My parents were
visiting for the past few weeks from BC and my dad is a retired high school art
teacher. He and Sam spent at least an hour (if not more) drawing together every
day and they both really bonded over it. My dad was impressed by Sam's ability
and more importantly, love of drawing. I just wanted to say thank you because I
know that you helped to nurture this." - Melissa, parent
"I love going to Deb's class because I learn new ways to draw and I make cool art stuff to take home. Deb's house is really fun!"- Berke Berry, 7 years
"I love the painting, the drawing and the laughing." - Roxy Moon, 6 years
"My son (7) is very into art and very picky about taking classes. He refused to finish a cartooning class he was once in because "you just draw what you want, they don't teach you anything." I have had no such complaints since he's been at Deb's; he looks forward eagerly to every class. Bravo!" - Mitch Moldofsky, parent
“My two boys (age 4 and 7) attended a trial class. My expectations were low as they are quite timid with new experiences and not at all comfortable with people they don’t know well. Imagine my surprise when my four year old comes out after an hour class asking to stay longer. They instantly warmed to Deb and her inviting and enriching environment. I would definitely recommend this experience to others.”-Amanda Monroe-Kent, parent
"Deb teaches my son traditional art fundamentals but she also encourages him to experiment and develop his own style. Berke's new skills have given him a sense of pride and he is much more confident in his art related school assignments."- Maeve Quaid, D.Phil (Oxford), parent
"Art day with Deb is Sara's favorite day of the week. From still life with Mr. Potato Head to a drawing of her dreams, Sara returns home every week full of energy and conversation about her fabulous art class." Chella, parent
"Deborah puts the fun in art. Or is that the art in fun? She has enchanted my daughter, Bella. For an hour every week Bella is an artist doing what artists do. Bella cherishes that hour. So do we." -Andy, parent
"I have known Deb for many years and have always been inspired by her creative energy. It encompasses her whole life; her work, her gardens, her home, her cuisine and her approach to life ooze with the bohemian spirit! Unconventional begins to describe Deb Wiles' life of artistic self-expression and I love it. I also love that my child can hang out and learn in the company of someone with a different approach to life than the main stream educators. What a fantastic opportunity! I feel so fortunate to have Deb's infectious lust for colour ameliorate my child's life." - Sandy Moon, parent
Testimonials from Adults regarding adult classes ...
"I had always wanted to draw and from time to time I picked up a pencil and tried it with very limited results. This winter I had to good fortune to both have time off and to find a really talented teacher right under my nose, well, across the street from me. So armed with pencil and paper Deb took on the daunting ask of teaching me some of the rudiments of drawing. After four classes with her, I am not now, or am I likely to be, through no fault of Deb's, destined to become a great artist but thanks to her I am longer afraid to put pencil to paper and as a result of this I look forward to countless hours of pure enjoyment creating art for my sake." -Roy (adult student)
"We have used Deb Wiles for several Art Instruction sessions. I found her approach with our Seniors very professional and yet relaxed. Deb was flexible on programming, and adapted to the abilities and interests of the individuals present. It was a pleasure to meet her, and I would definitely recommend her services."- Bethany Vallentin, Interim Social &Activation Director The Briton House Retirement Centre