“This community is special to me because it feels so likeminded and welcoming- grateful to have stumbled in and feel a part of it.”
– Heather on why she loves the Little BIG community
YOUR STORY
My name is…
Heather Lenefsky and you might know me from ‘Let’s Sketch Dogs’.
By day (or night), I…
am an artist + illustrator
How I first stumbled into hosting at the Little BIG House…
I was having coffee in Summer Hill with a friend of mine who happens to be an amazing artist. She heard I would love to teach and immediately thought of the LBH. It turned out to be the week they were open to expressions of interest!
COMMUNITY & PLACE
A moment in Summer Hill that has stuck with me…
A moment that has really stuck with me was seeing all the people pop in to my first event- I thought wow we found each other and they came.
If I had to describe Summer Hill to someone who'd never been…
It’s adorable, don’t miss the farmers market and check out the LBH!
Something I wish more people in the neighbourhood knew about the Little BIG House…
IT’S SO GOOD! There is something for everyone and the spirit of the community will refill your cup- just pick an event and go.
HOSTING
I decided to start hosting sessions at the Little BIG House because…
When I read about The Little BIG House I thought it was the perfect intersection of my philosophy of life and an opportunity to share what I have learned - their mission aligns with my values and felt like a natural fit.
The event or session I host…
Is called ‘Let’s Sketch Dog’s’ and in a nutshell, it’s about getting together to learn how to see and develop tools to express what we observe and what we want to say about it.
It's best suited for…
Anyone who’d like to switch off and step away from their screen for a bit, or want to try something new, beginners + artists of all abilities, and of course, dog lovers. Though we happen to focus on dogs, the art tips and strategies we learn are suitable to any subject.
If you came along for the first time, you should expect…
A great group of people, a fun, low-pressure atmosphere, a couple of demonstrations, and an opportunity to ask questions or get individual feedback.
When to find us…
Let's Sketch Dogs runs every 2nd Tuesdays, 5:30-7:00 pm.
THE PERSON BEHIND THE ROLE
You'll most likely find me on a weekend…
Exploring Australia with my wife and dog, playing soccer, and occasionally adding a few finishing touches to a painting.
A book, movie, show, or podcast I keep pushing onto people…
Colin from Accounts… or We Can Do Hard Things podcast.
Q&A
I've been hosting at the Little BIG House since…
2026!
This community is special to me because…
It feels so likeminded and welcoming- grateful to have stumbled in and feel a part of it.
My favourite thing about hosting at the Little BIG House is…
The people.
My first year with the Little BIG House has been…
Rewarding.
I hope the sessions I host will…
Inspire new friendships and encourage sketching as a way to celebrate what we love in our lives, and engage with the neighbourhood.
I'm most grateful for…
The way great people seem to fall into your path when you set an intention.
The last Little BIG thing I did for someone else was…
I love writing and giving 5 Star Reviews on Google.
