Joanna Petersen - Artist & Studio Organizer

06/12/2026

It's always fun to look back and see the work that I've done and how far I've come. Here's some work I did when I was quite young.

It's funny, I hated coloured pencil because I thought it was so difficult, and now it's what I specialize in 😎

06/08/2026

Super excited about this one. I've always wanted to draw a Sphynx cat!

There's something about all the wrinkles, folds and little details that makes them so interesting to draw. I am having a lot of fun with this one so far!

06/07/2026

And the winner is....

*Edit - I just realized I spelled the winner's name wrong. Ooof 🤦🏻‍♀️

06/04/2026

Another one down. The cutest little long haired chihuahua 🐶🩷

05/27/2026

I have a giveaway contest right now and you’re invited to join!

I meant to post this sooner on social media, but there’s still time to enter before it ends this Sunday, May 31st!

I’m giving away a custom pet portrait, value at $499. Best photo wins!

To enter, simply scan the QR code (or go to www.joannapetersen.com and click on portrait giveaway) and fill out your details to receive the official submission form.

Share with your pet loving friends!

Winner will be announced on June 7th. Good luck!

05/12/2026

Pet portraits. Obviously

05/10/2026

This is a memorial photo of beautiful little Yowin (aka Yowie, Yow-Yow, Yowsin, Lil Man) ❤️

05/07/2026

I’ll be at the Tett Centre on May 10 with my custom pet portrait work on display. If you’re local to Kingston, come stop by and say hi!

I’ll also be offering:
• 15% off portrait commissions booked at the show
• 10% off commissions booked within 7 days after the event

I specialize in realistic coloured pencil pet portraits, created from your favourite photos of your pets.

Looking forward to meeting some fellow animal lovers and creatives in the community.

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Tett Centre for Creativity & Learning
370 King Street
Kingston ON K7L 2X4, Canada

05/01/2026

Commissions are now open! It's been a while, but I'm always happy to be back 😊

Email [email protected] for inquiries. Please also note that handles for both IG and FB have changed to (no longer )

Send a message to learn more

04/02/2025

Working hard on getting this fur to look 'fuzzy' 🙂