How It Works

Booking

Availability varies week to week — sometimes I can take bookings just a day or two out, other times spots fill further ahead. Email me and I'll confirm the soonest date I have open for the class you're interested in.

Payment

Click here for tickets to pay online, or to avoid the website fee, pay with Venmo, Zelle, or cash the date of. If you're paying in person, please arrive 10-15 minutes before your session so we can settle payment and get you set up.

Location

All classes can be held at my backyard studio at no extra cost, or at the Libertyville cafe for an additional fee to reserve the space ($50 for 2-hour classes, $100 for the flagship series). This amount is applied toward your total and is refundable if you cancel at least 72 hours before your session.

Weather

Sessions at the meetup and backyard studio happen outdoors. If weather doesn't cooperate, we'll move inside — no need to worry about losing your spot or rescheduling.

What a session looks like

Every class starts with a short conversation about what you're drawn to, then moves into a quick paper sketch to plan your composition before we transfer it to canvas. From there, we build up color and shape, then layer in texture and detail, finishing with highlights, edges, and final touches. Longer classes (like the flagship series) spread this across two sessions for a more developed piece; shorter classes move through it in one sitting.

Questions?

Not sure which class is right for you, or have something specific in mind? Get in touch — I'm happy to help you figure out the best fit.