Cold Prairie Studio

Cold Prairie Studio: Through the Eyes of a Sketchbook Artist

Original Art, Nature Journaling & Sketchbook Style Illustration

Enter the Gallery

“Local artist Leane Harasymchuk is quickly gaining a reputation for making the everyday sights in our small towns seem extraordinary.”

-Humboldt and District Gallery

More About the Art

News & Events

Winter Wonder Workshop Series

Embrace the Saskatchewan winter through Nature Journaling! Indoor workshops with options for outdoor activities. Session Two coming up February 28th. Follow the link here to register, or use the QR code on the poster below.

Food Bank Fundraiser: HEARTWORKS

Saskatoon Food Bank & Learning Centre, in partnership with Art Posse, will hold its second annual HeARTworks Art Auction on March 27, 2026, at TCU Place. This collaboration aims to create a food-secure community where all individuals have access to safe, affordable, and nutritious food.

-saskatoonfoodbank.org

These two urban sketch-style pieces will be on auction for the event. More information here.

Reviews, Commissions & More…

“…One of the artists whose work caught viewers’ eyes right away. The warm pastel tones and familiar prairie themes prompted recognition and response.”

-Discover Humboldt News

About

Backyard Inspiration & Adventures Afield…

Prairie & wilderness; rural & urban
Local to Saskatchewan & Western Canada
Line-and-wash art & Illustration

Commissions

All Your Own

One-of-a-kind art & illustration of the things and places you love…

Home, homestead, cottage, business
Vintage machines & vehicles
A unique special event gift idea
Prints available

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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

“I didn’t realize how much I love this place until seeing it as an illustration that could be in a storybook…

This image speaks a thousand memories to me and my family. It is a time capsule that I will cherish.”

“…a real treasure”

“Her attention to detail…is truly incredible.”

Commissions Info

Art & Notecards

Original sketches and notecards at the Little Manitou Art Gallery , year round (Check for seasonal hours). Notecards also available at the Humboldt Gallery and Humboldt Market on Main Street, Humboldt SK. Or contact me directly at coldprairiestudio@outlook.com

Free Nature Journaling Guide for Everyone!

I’m so excited to announce that this collaboration with One School One Farm, teacher Merrissa Karmark, and myself is now available for free download. You’ll find 48 pages of colourful photos, illustrations and creative ideas to fill your nature sketchbook, even through the coldest months of a Saskatchewan winter! This guide is not just for teachers – it’s for anyone with an interest in art, nature, science, and in forging a deeper connection to the local landscape. Check it out here or read more about it on my blog post here.