Kingston Artist: Storytelling Art, Handcrafted Drums & Professional Art Services

Professional Kingston Artist Practice

Portia “Po” Chapman provides a specialized technical bridge between creative concept and perfect execution. Her work as a Kingston Artist is defined by professional precision and a deep respect for the themes and directions outlined by the organizations that she serves. As a visual storytelling artist, through her art, Po endeavours to tell the stories that her clients’ want to be told. Whether Po is painting on a large-scale mural surface or a traditional rawhide drum, she strives to create final works that the design and concept brief proposed. With an aim to provide exceptional client satisfaction, Po collaboratively works closely with her clients. Clients can feel assured that she has the technical skills and “know-how” to move from a creative concept to stunning professional execution.

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Handcrafted Drums & Rawhide Art

Handmade Drums and Painted Rawhide Art

My one-of-a-kind handcrafted drums and rawhide art are not merely instruments; they are vessels for storytelling art. Using freehand brush-painting techniques, I translate complex narratives onto organic surfaces with precision and durability.

• Custom Drum Commissions: Individual and institutional commissions featuring bespoke storytelling art.
• Rawhide Storytelling Art: Specialized paintings on rawhide, combining ancient textures with modern colour-blocking techniques.
• Technical Excellence: Every drum is handcrafted with a focus on both aesthetic beauty, structural integrity, tonal quality.

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Storytelling Art Illustrations & Murals

Painter & Illustrator Commissions

As a leading Kingston Artist Illustrator and painter, I specialize in transforming ideas into vibrant visual assets. My signature style – vibrant colour-blocking and organic line work – is designed to invite conversation and contemplation across various media.

• Professional Illustrations: Custom storytelling art for print, digital media, and institutional research projects (as seen in my work for Queen’s University).
• Public Art & Corporate Murals: Large-format installations that require 100% fidelity to the original design concept, such as my recent project for Strong Enterprises.
• Visual Identities: Specialized logo and icon designs rooted in the storytelling art tradition.

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Community Workshops & Professional Instruction

Community Art Workshops

As a Kingston based Artist in Community Education Specialist (BFAH, B.Ed, ACE) I facilitate immersive experiences that bridge the gap between community and creativity. Having led programs for Queen’s University, the Agnes Etherington Art Centre, and Kingston Frontenac Public Library (KFPL), I bring a seasoned, professional approach to every engagement.

• Custom Arts and Crafts Workshops: Designed to follow the theme and direction of your organization.
• Drum Making Workshops: A comprehensive, hands-on experience in the creation of rawhide drums.
• Expertise for Hire: Available for art talks, school visits, and community-based public art consultations.

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Quick Navigation

View Full Portfolio: [Link to Portfolio Page]

Murals & Public Art: [Link to Murals]

Drums & Rawhide Gallery: [Link to Drums]

Illustrations Gallery: [Link to Illustrations]

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Request a Project Consultation

I operate from a private studio in Auden Park, Kingston, Ontario. I invite organizations, curators, and private clients to discuss upcoming art projects, gallery invitations, and workshop bookings.

All professional commissions and workshops are accepted by consultation to ensure full alignment with project scope and vision.

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I value a positive, collaborative process that respects the direction and stories of every business, organization and collector with whom I work. My clients trust me to provide the technical know-how and professional oversight required to move from an initial creative concept to a high-end execution – delivered on time and as envisioned.

I hope that you find my artwork inspirational, uplifting, welcoming and most of all, BEAUTIFUL!

I am often asked why I create attention grabbing, beautiful artworks, that generate discussion and the mutual sharing of stories. My response is:

“LIFE JUST FEELS BETTER
WHEN WE SMILE!”

Portia “Po” Chapman, Kingston Artist

Based in Kingston, Ontario and primarily serving Greater Napanee, Belleville, Gananoque, Picton, Peterborough, Toronto, Ottawa, and across Canada.

Looking to commission a mural, drum, illustration, painting or digital image?
I’d love to hear from you.

Contact Po Using Form Below

Love Art by Po

Storytelling Art & Art Services
Portia “Po” Chapman / Kingston, ON