Mara Ellis
Drawing and observation
Mara brings museum-sketching experience and a talent for making proportion feel approachable.
Our story
Art education with more breathing room.
Petal Ignite Studio began as a small circle of artists sharing honest sketchbook practices. We grew by listening to learners who wanted expert structure without the intimidating atmosphere often associated with art training.
Our mission
We help people notice more, practice consistently, and make meaningful images with the tools they already have. Progress here is measured by clarity, curiosity, and a growing willingness to look again.
The atelier compass
- Notice: slow down and see relationships.
- Practice: repeat one useful idea.
- Reflect: identify what changed.
- Share: let the work meet a real audience.
The teaching team
Jonah Reed
Color and painting
Jonah teaches palettes through playful experiments grounded in value and temperature.
Nia Hart
Illustration and story
Nia helps learners connect expressive marks with clear visual communication.