A Signature Member of the PSA and Master Member of the Great Lakes Plein Air Painters Assn. he travels, teaches and paints ‘en plein air’ throughout the world. The recipient of numerous national art awards. Is past president of Great Lakes Pastel Society and Grand Valley Artists. Is the inventor of the Jim Markle Pastel Easelbox. Great American Art Works markets a “Jim Markle” set of pastels. Is one of the group of very respective and admired artists known as “The West Michigan Eight”.  Jim’s work is frequently published and he’s written articles for many national art publications. His work is represented in museum, hospital, corporate and private collections throughout America, Canada, Europe and the Far East. Galleries: www.grandgallery.com, www.lansingartgallery.org, Website: www.jimmarkle.com.