Art studio · Reading, PA
ImaginationSkillArt
Where imagination becomes skill, and skill becomes art. Classes, paintings, murals, animation and games from artist Jean Esther.
- Art classes
- Paint parties
- Murals
- Commissions
- Animation
- Video games
- Children's books
- Logo design
- School visits
Our mission
Our mission is to make art a living force for growth, expression and transformation, turning imagination into something real, lasting and meaningful.
Meet the teamThree ways in
Learn. Create. Play.
01 — Learn
Classes, open studio and paint parties
Hands-on instruction for children, teens and adults. Small groups, real materials, and a finished piece to take home.
See classes & prices
02 — Create
Paintings, murals and commissions
Original oil and acrylic series by Jean Esther, plus murals, custom pieces, sports art and logo design made for you.
See the paintings
03 — Play
Animation, games and the Meta Sabian universe
Watch our animated series, play free games from the Art Corner Arcade, and create your own hero in The Way.
Play the games
Selected works
Paintings & characters
From the
studio wall
Commissions
Your idea,
painted.
Want something made just for you? We create custom pieces for homes, gifts and businesses. Pricing depends on size and detail, and you'll get a quote before anything starts.
- 01
Share your idea
Tell us what you have in mind: the subject, size, where it will hang and when you need it.
- 02
Sketch and quote
You get a sketch and a clear price before any work begins. We adjust until it feels right.
- 03
Paint and deliver
Your piece is painted by hand, with progress photos along the way, then delivered ready to display.
Animation & games
Step into
Meta Sabian.
Our studio's own universe: a graphic novel, an animated series and a growing set of video games.
Books & shop
Take the art home
Drawing book · Amazon
The Shape of Seeing
Buy on Amazon
Book by Jean Esther · Amazon
How to Be a Successful Artist
Buy on Amazon
Picture book · Amazon
Dad's Move, Mia's Goal
Buy on Amazon
Graphic novel · IndyPlanet
Meta Sabian
Buy the graphic novel
Kind words
“Jean Esther is so knowledgeable and all the children resonate with his teaching style.”
“My children become excited every time they participate in the art sessions here. The activities are enjoyable and genuinely ignite their creativity.”