Join local artist Krystina Maixner, owner of Chalk Fox Studio, at Blue Heron Farm for relaxed outdoor watercolor classes focused on painting en plein air.
Each class covers the basics with a different featured technique lesson, making it easy for anyone to jump in at any time, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro wanting to refresh skills or just enjoy making new plein air friends
All levels welcome. Drop‑ins encouraged. sign up at the C5 website c5studios.org
Class Schedule
April 2 – Simplifying Landscape with Values
May 7 – Color Mixing: Creating Natural Colors
May 14 – Painting Light: with Fruit and Shadows
June 4 – Texture Techniques: Trees & Rocks
June 11 – Painting Fast: Waterfront Studies
TREASURE HUNT!!!!! 🎨🗺️
I’m planning on hiding a bunch of these all season long, so keep your eyes peeled for more hints just like this video 👀
In this video, you’ll also catch a little behind-the-scenes look at my plein air pack. This is sometimes the exact setup I bring with me when I head out to paint in the wild.
And if you’ve been curious about finding the light, limiting your palette, and all the tiny tricks that make painting outside feel magical (instead of chaotic), my upcoming plein air class is for you ✨ comment here with “Deets Please 📅” and I'll send all the details to you when they're finalized!
#PleinAirPainting #PaintOutside #ArtInNature #PleinAirSecrets #ArtistLife
A story of me and my painting
The painting process… lots of sitting on the ground
Me, Epicing, trying to get the painting home on the 30-minute walk through the Irish rain… 😅
Not every day is perfect for plein air painting; you must overcome some challenges.
#PleinAirPainting #ArtInNature #IrishRain #PaintingJourney #CreativeStruggles ArtAdventure
A new year feels like returning to the car after a big mountain climb — a moment to pause, look back on the ground you’ve covered, and get curious about where you’re headed next.
Last year at Chalk Fox Studio was full: helping brands set sail, bringing stories to life through motion, and releasing more of my own artwork into the world. Each project reminded me why I love this work — thoughtful design, meaningful collaboration, and creativity rooted in purpose.
As we step into this new year, thank you. Whether you followed along, worked with me, or quietly supported from afar — I’m so grateful you’re here. Looking ahead, I’m excited to keep creating.
A little sneak peek of what’s coming:
⛵️ Sailing + 🧗♀️ climbing in Greece 🇬🇷
🖼 New prints, shirts, and creative experiments (not-so-secret anymore 😄)
Behind-the-scenes looks at the brands and projects I’m collaborating on
Obviously, links are in my in bio.😉
#creativebusiness #brandstorytelling
#outdoorcreative
#designprocess
#womenownedbusiness
Over the past few months, I’ve been working on a few things in my climbing — not just physically, but mentally. Between life feeling full and occasionally overwhelming, I realized I needed to make my climbing time something sacred.
Lately, that’s looked like:
🏔️Working toward second-go sends, as prescribed by my coach
🏔️Remembering days I felt really good climbing — and intentionally bringing that feeling into the present
🏔️Treating climbing as sacred time by putting life’s stress into a “box” and leaving it at home
🏔️Being more focused on my own goals and making a plan around my send list
🏔️Stopping work 30–60 minutes before I climb so I can start my warm-up at home and arrive calm and focused
🏔️Being more specific with my self-talk — reminding myself what I’m actually good at (locking off, holding on to small grips) instead of only relying on hype talk (though being a bad bitch still matters) 😈
🏔️Also, somehow, along the way, I figured out what to do with my knees on overhanging routes… which feels like the biggest win 😅
All in all, I've been adding some intention into my climbing, and I've been feeling very excited about that!
Stay tuned for some more climbing insight, as I'd like to share some deeper thoughts on this stuff later.
#climbingmindset #intentionalclimbing #creativeswhoclimb #climbinglife #processoveroutcome
What really moved me this week were the messages from people explaining why the paintings resonated with them. Hearing how certain colors or pieces reflected their personal growth, healing, or self-discovery reminds me why I love to paint and why I draw inspiration from the mountains. I find similar feelings there as I quietly sit and paint, and there is a profound power in seeing your own story reflected through color and line work.
The Secret Art Sale is still on. The poll is in, the votes were clear, and I’ve decided to release signed art prints of your favorite pieces. Plus two stickers to go with them.
The print-release lineup:
11×30″ - Bishop Sky Line Large
5.5×20″ - Bishop Sky Line Small
8×16″ - Ice
And the two stickers joined the mix because I just couldn’t help myself.
Thank you for supporting my art in such a meaningful way. ❤️
#art #signedartprints #originalart #watercolor #stickers #artpresents
It’s not often that I share my art with the world.
Honestly, it’s intimidating. Posting it, pricing it, putting it in a gallery… it takes a lot out of me, and when I look at my own pieces, I see every little flaw. Getting to the point of actually sharing something feels like a giant internal battle. So, pushing past all that and putting together the Secret Art Sale is something I am quite proud of.
AND WOW… The response has blown me away.
I’m amazed (and also not amazed, because you’re all wonderful humans) by the support you’ve shown. It means more than you know.
✨The Secret Art Sale is still up, and there are still some pieces left. So please enjoy ✨
Your support has sparked so many ideas, and I can’t wait to bring them to life. Stay tuned for a print for a print release.
Thank you for being here. 🏔️🦊
#Artsale #smallbusinesssaturday #originalart #mountainart
I’ve been quietly collecting my favorite little pieces from the last few years, sketches made
trailside, mini paintings from long mountain days, and a few you might’ve been there for.
They’re all part of my Secret Art Sale.
Scroll the gallery, find the one that speaks to you, and message me to claim it.
Visit the link in my bio to see the sale. 🦊❤️️
#artlover #watercolorartist #present #smallbusinesssaturday #secretartsale
Hey, I’m Krystina — Owner and designer behind Chalk Fox Studio.
I help visionary small businesses and creative entrepreneurs bring their brands to life through design that actually works (and looks damn good doing it).
At Chalk Fox Studio, I create:
🏔️ Strategic brand identities that feel like you
⛰️ Custom websites that are easy to use, not just easy on the eyes
⛰️ Marketing visuals that catch attention and build trust
For people who’d rather chase big dreams than DIY another email template, this is your sign to hand off the design work and get back to what you do best.
Here’s how we can work together: ✨ Full brand + web design packages ✨ Ongoing design support for marketing and content ✨ Custom projects built to scale with you
I combine clarity, creativity, and care to make sure every detail fits your goals — not just the latest trends. Ready to look legit, feel aligned, and get noticed? Let’s do it.
📩 [email protected]
🌐 chalkfoxstudio.com
📍 Based in California — working with clients anywhere
Here’s the thing—branding is not just a logo. It’s your business’s voice, vibe, first impression, visual consistency, strategy, and how people feel when they interact with you.
So no, I don’t “just make logos.”
I create cohesive, thoughtful brands that actually connect.
DM me when you’re ready to look like the pro you already are.
#holyairballs #chalkfoxstudio #branddesigner #brandstrategy #notjustalogo #brandingdesign #freelancedesigner #creativebusiness #designwithintention
Comment below for some clues!
There’s just something so satisfying about a big mountain day, and this one was particularly glorious with @alpine.butterfly
Do you enjoy a treasure hunt? Not sure which mountain this is?
If you follow me, I’ll share three clues about the location of this masterpiece!
📢 LWO x Rab Scholarship Opportunity!
We’re partnering with @rab.equipment.na to offer two fully-supported spots for our upcoming Mental Approach to Climbing clinic — happening July 10th - 13th in the Mammoth Lakes, CA!
This 4-day, 3 night immersive experience is all about leveling up your mindset, managing fear, and building confidence on and off the rock — and we’re excited to open up two spots for two women/non-binary individuals interested in diving into the mental space we explore through climbing.
Apply now through June 20th via the link in bio.
Share with us…
— Your climbing journey
— Why this scholarship matters to you
— How nature has impacted you
— What barriers you’ve faced accessing climbing
— Make sure to follow both @ladieswekendout and @rab.equipment.na
To Apply - send us an email at [email protected] and reach out with any questions! 🥳
*this is not a beginner clinic, as we build off of foundational skills to help set you up for the adventures ahead - applicants must know how to tie in as a climber, belay and have a general understanding of movement over rock.
#LadiesWeekendOut #RabEquipment #LWOClinic #ClimbingCommunity #ScholarshipOpportunity
