ADULT ILLUSTRATION CLASSES

WINTER 2025

From House to Heart: Illustrating Home

Welcome to a cozy series of adult illustration classes this winter at The Imagination Studio! These classes are perfect for anyone who loves to spend time drawing and painting or wants to reconnect with their creative side in a relaxed, inspiring atmosphere.

Together, we’ll explore a variety of my favourite artist materials, including gouache, watercolour, and Prismacolor pencils, as we create beautiful mixed-media illustrations. Our inspiration will come from the places closest to our hearts, our homes and from the quiet beauty of the winter season.

You’ll learn how to simplify architectural forms, add whimsical details, and weave in nature-inspired elements that reflect the world just beyond your windows. The result will be a charming and personal piece, a little celebration of “home sweet home” during the gentle, cozy months of winter.

Along the way, I’ll share some of my favourite illustration techniques and creative approaches that make the process playful and freeing. Whether you’re an experienced artist or simply curious to try something new, these classes are designed to spark joy, build confidence, and let your inner illustrator shine.

Please bring a printed colour photo of your home to class. I suggest a front facing view of your home that includes the space and elements (natural or otherwise). There other creative options here as well, source photos can come from a home of the past, a home you love, a family member’s home or your dream home. You will need to have the printed photo of your home for each class.

INVESTMENT: $355 + HST
STUDIO TIME: 11AM-1PM (2 hours)
AGES 18+

DATES:

Class 1: Thursday January 8, 2026. Drawing architectural elements on paper.

Class 2: Thursday January 15, 2026. Introduction to gouache. Blocking in the first layers.

Class 3: Thursday January 22, 2026. Adding depth with shadow ad light.

Class 4: Thursday January 29, 2026. Drawing with Prismacolors to add details and character.

Make-up class: Thursday February 5, 2026. Students who miss a class are welcome to come to this make-up class. Students who miss more than 1 class do so at their own loss.

Because everyone has a different feeling about inclement weather, If the roads are closed and we are experiencing a severe storm, class with be rescheduled. If the roads are open, class will remain as scheduled.

Can’t make all the classes, please send me an email to discuss available options.

All class materials are provided.

If chilly weather is upon us, please bring slippers and a not precious sweater. THE STUDIO IS LOCATED IN AN OLD BUILDING.

BRING

★ water bottle

★ art friendly clothes- aprons are provided but cannot guarantee full coverage/protection.

★ a curiosity to learn

Pre-registration required.

Cancellation & Refund Policy:

REFUNDS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR CUSTOMERS WITHIN THE FIRST 7 DAYS AFTER REGISTRATION. PLEASE NOTE A $100 NON-REFUNDABLE BOOKING FEE WILL BE APPLIED TO ALL REFUNDS WITHIN THIS TIME. REFUNDS ARE NOT AVAILABLE AFTER THE 7 DAY BOOKING PERIOD. YOU ARE ABLE TO TRANSFER YOUR SPOT TO A FRIEND IF YOU CAN NO LONGER ATTEND THE COURSE. STUDENTS WHO MISS CLASS, DO SO AT THEIR OWN LOSS.

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Be sure to follow along on Instagram to see the magic unfold!