About | Longstride Illustration | Pen and Ink Illustrator

Hi – I’m Chloe.

When I turned 51 years old, I designed my learning plan with a vision to become a full-time pen and ink artist. A year later, I launched Longstride Illustration.

Thanks to this structured approach, my skills rapidly progressed from beginner-level to what you see today. Now I share that method with other pen and ink enthusiasts.

If you also have a calling for art-making, I hope you’ll explore the resources here and reach your aspirations sooner.

Your videos are great learning tools and presented in a perfect calm and pleasing manner. I especially enjoy the master review elements.

– Jesse Fisher Company Name

Fool Me Once

Illustration of mermaid draw in a vintage pen and ink style

Vintage Mermaid

Krampus

Butterfly

My Work

Inspired by stories and nature.

Gallery

How it started

At 15 years old, I was commissioned to illustrate a comic book titled Le Géant Beaupré as a pedagogical guide to be used in Western Canadian high schools. Encouraged by this, I went into Graphic Design.

I became interested in learning and development and after completing a Master’s degree in Leadership & Training, I switched careers. After a 25+ year hiatus, I returned to my initial passion of drawing in pen and ink.

Thanks for being here!

Pro artist

Professional member of Speedball® Artist Network for Illustrators.

Featured

Inktober Featured Artist.

Exhibitor

Wow X Wow Gallery and Comiccons.

Behind the name

Why Longstride? It’s a nickname I inherited from a coach in my past running days because I used to overstride (bad form) … the name serves as a reminder to put my best foot forward.

Testimonials

I am particularly fond of pen and ink artwork. I also am a big fan of Fantasy and Science Fiction books and art. Chloe’s art checked all these boxes for me. I would recommend Longstride Illustration for the level of professionalism and care that Chloe takes in the completion of every piece of art. I have to date purchased three pieces, one of which was a commissioned piece. I could not be happier with each piece.

– Michael Cichy

Pen and ink is an interest for me. Chloe is very good at her art and takes no shortcuts to teach it. Her passion gives motivation. I would recommend her work because she provides simple and informative explanations. Effective service, professionalism quality at every step

– Daniel SevignyCompany Name

Makes me happy! I love art in all forms and having meaningful pieces in my home makes me happy! Chloe’s social media content is fun and easy to follow.

– Carry FluckigerCompany Name