Oil Painters of America (OPA) Master, Kevin Macpherson is one of America's most accomplished Impressionistic plein air painters. He is widely regarded as a gifted art instructor with keen intellect, contagious enthusiasm, and intense curiosity. With paints in hand, he fearlessly follows his muse around the globe, painting and teaching in more than 35 countries. His colorful, compelling oils garner international acclaim, in part, because they speak the universal language of color so fluently. From years of teaching international workshops and giving personal guidance to many aspiring artists, Kevin has crystallized his thoughts into a simple, direct, and effective painting method, which he calls, “The Magic Grid.”Kevin began his creative career as a successful freelance illustrator in Phoenix, Arizona. In 1987, he moved to Taos, New Mexico to pursue his goals as a fine artist. Over the years, his discipline and dedication to his art career have earned him critical success and numerous awards for his body of works. He has earned membership in many top art organizations, including:Signature Member (Founding Member and First President) of the Plein Air Painters of America (PAPA)California Art Club (CAC) MasterAmerican Impressionist Society (AIS) MasterOil Painters of America (OPA) MasterSalmagundi Club MemberHis artworks have been featured in books, magazines, television series, and videos. A gifted writer, Kevin has authored some of the most popular books on landscape painting, most notably: Reflections on a Pond: A Visual Journal (2005), Fill Your Oil Paintings with Light & Color (2001), and Landscape Painting Inside & Out (2006). Kevin’s impressionistic technique is often demonstrated in videos. He recently produced a 13-part American Public Television series entitled Passport and Palette.Throughout his career he has devoted significant energy nurturing and teaching the next generation of artists and art enthusiasts. Inspired and determined to teach art to underprivileged children, Kevin founded a nonprofit foundation called “Art Ambassador for a Colorful World”(i.e., artambassador.org). His foundation continues to bring art and joy to the aspiring hearts of underprivileged children everywhere, especially in Central America and China. Few living artists have left a more impressive legacy of art enrichment and knowledge around the world as Kevin Macpherson.