ART by MFLG is an exceptional art portfolio showcasing the works of self-taught artist Marie-France Lafleur-Gagnon (b.1981), born in Timmins, Canada.  Her natural artistic abilities were evident from a young age and were recognized by her parents and teachers. With artistic genes on both sides of her family, Marie-France's talent is undeniable.

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After a decade-long hiatus from art, Marie-France found inspiration in August 2019 after a personal loss. She felt an urge to create and decided to paint a portrait of her dog Pistache using her fingers. This was a new technique she had never tried before and it led her to her first oil fingerpainting.  Piqued by curiosity, she decided to research "fingerpainting artists" where she discovered Iris Scott...the world's first and only full-time successful female fingerpainting artist. Inspired by Iris, Marie-France continues to practice her fingerpainting techniques, creating colorful impressionistic oil fingerpaintings that showcase the creative side that lies within her that was just itching to come out!

 

Despite working as an Executive Chef at her family's business, Marie-France paints daily in her home studio. She also organizes "Fingerpainting Nights" for adults, which can be found under the EVENTS website tab. Her original paintings are available for purchase through her website, and several can be viewed in person at Cedar Meadows Resort & Spa in Timmins. MFLG's passion for art shines through in her work, her dedication to sharing her talent with others is evident in her events and exhibitions.