Charcoal & Teatime Portraiture

Welcome, November!

The air is crisp, the tea is hot, and the studio is humming with holiday spirit. As the year winds down, I’m busy preparing for a season full of festive Charcoal Minis, local markets, and heartfelt portrait commissions.

This month is extra special — Charcoal & Teatime Portraiture turns one! 🎉 I’m so grateful for the love and support I’ve received from friends, customers, and fellow artists here in Brantford and beyond. From commissions and print purchases to kind words at markets and online, every bit of encouragement has helped this little dream grow.

October was such a fun and bustling month! Between the very first annual "Art-A Community Treasure" show & sale in Brantford, The Mom Market in London and The Lunar Webb Halloween Market back here in Brantford, I had the chance to meet so many wonderful people, connect with other local artists, deliver commissions in person, and soak up all the Halloween magic. From creative costumes to spooky Minis, it was a month full of inspiration and community — and the perfect way to wrap up my very first year in business.

"Lunar Webb Halloween Market", Polish Hall, Brantford On

"Art - A Community Treasure" Sale & Show, Cainsville On

"The Mom Market", Covent Garden Market, London On

And my books are officially closed for Christmas commissions! Thank you to everyone who has placed orders and expressed interest in my work, I just think it's so cool that you guys enjoy my work to where you want to put it on your walls or order gifts for your friends and family. Having said that, I AM still taking on commissions, deliveries just won't happen until the New Year.

Thank you, from the bottom of my tea cup, for making this first year such a memorable one. Here’s to many more charcoal-smudged adventures ahead! ☕🖤

🎃 October Giveaway Winners! 🎃

Congratulations to the winners of my Halloween Charcoal Mini Giveaways!
And thank you to all those who took part. There will be plenty more opportunities to win a Mini of your own, so keep your eyes peeled - especially as we near the holidays!

"A Spirited Snack" 3"x 2" Charcoal Mini

Congratulations to Tiffany on winning our social media giveaway,
"A Spirited Snack"!

"Pumpkin Peekaboo" 3"x 2" Charcoal Mini

Congratulations to Cathy on winning our Newsletter giveaway,
"Pumpkin Peekaboo!"

Halloween may be behind us, but holiday festivities are just ahead!

Celebrating Local Art and the Connections It Creates

On October 5th, I had the joy of taking part in Art – A Community Treasure, hosted by Treasure Mattes at the Cainsville Community Centre. It was such a heartwarming day filled with creativity, connection, and inspiration. I met so many talented local artists, discovered new styles, and had wonderful conversations with visitors from the community.

Even more exciting — a few of my pieces found new homes! Events like this remind me just how special our local art scene is, and how much Brant could benefit from more spaces that celebrate and support creativity. A huge "thank you" to our hosts, and to everyone who took the time to come by and support us! Here’s hoping Art – A Community Treasure becomes an annual tradition!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Now offering flexible payment options for drawing lessons!

I’m excited to share some updates to make scheduling and paying for drawing lessons even easier! Whether you’re joining solo, with a sibling or a friend, you now have three convenient ways to pay for lessons:

1️⃣ Pay-as-You-Go – Ideal for those who prefer flexibility. Pay per lesson, prepaid via card on file or e-transfer.
2️⃣ Monthly Billing – Reserve your spot each week and get payments out of the way! Prepay for 4 lessons per month and enjoy a consistent schedule.
3️⃣ 6-Lesson Package – The best value! Prepay for 6 lessons (save $30) and use them within 3 months with the option to continue.

All lessons are 90 minutes long and can take place at either my home studio or your home (with travel fees applied as needed). To sign up or learn more, visit the Classes tab or click here!

I’m looking forward to creating together and making your lessons as fun and stress-free as possible!

Now booking for 2026 & 2027!
I'm so excited to announce a new service for Charcoal & Teatime Portraiture:
Live Wedding Drawing!

Turn your memories into art that will last a lifetime. Live portrait drawing is a wonderfully unique addition to any event as entertainment for you and your guests, and becomes a beautiful keepsake for you and your spouse to enjoy for
years to come!

Visit the Weddings tab for more information, or get in touch for pricing!

Looking to explore your creativity and build your drawing skills? Drawing classes are available in both group and one-on-one formats for students of all ages and skill levels! Personalized single sessions are tailored to each student’s goals—before the first private lesson, I create a detailed lesson plan to ensure a focused and rewarding experience. Classes are taught by Caroline Cowan, either in-person at her home studio or conveniently in your own space!

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NOTE: Books are now full for Christmas commissions! Orders are still being accepted, but deliveries will take place in the New Year.

Looking for the perfect gift for a loved one or even yourself? Custom portraits are a beautiful way to memorialize that special moment in time with a personal touch. With nearly 20 years experience in portraiture, life drawing, and illustration, Caroline prides herself on delivering high quality results with every commission she takes on. Explore sizing options and pricing on the Commissions page. Have further questions or interested in sizing options not listed? Fill out the contact form and we'll get back to you shortly!

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