Hand-drawn hometown collection
A hand-drawn celebration of Brookfield, available exclusively at Gosia’s.
Community
Brookfield is a friendly village where neighborhood traditions meet one of Chicagoland’s most beloved destinations. Brookfield Zoo Chicago, Kiwanis Park, Salt Creek, and a walkable local scene make it easy for residents and visitors to turn an ordinary day into something worth remembering.
Where to find it
8836 Brookfield Ave
Brookfield, IL 60513
Store hours
Monday: 7–10 a.m.
Tuesday–Friday: 7 a.m.–4 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday: 8 a.m.–3 p.m.
Checked September 14, 2026. Holiday, seasonal, and special-event hours may vary.
The collaboration
The Brookfield Mug began with local research and a collaboration with Gosia’s. Ashley translated the community’s recognizable places and shared references into an original drawing designed for everyday use.
Each element began as an individual hand drawing. Ashley refined the artwork and arranged the pieces into a continuous design made to wrap around a ceramic mug, creating a keepsake that feels specific to Brookfield.
The story behind the mug
Ashley partnered with Gosia’s to create a mug rooted in Brookfield.
Research and community input highlighted wildlife, historic neighbourhoods, parks, and familiar village landmarks.
Ashley translated each selected place and symbol into an individual hand-drawn illustration.
The drawings were refined and arranged into a continuous design that rewards a closer look.
The finished mug became a locally available keepsake through Gosia’s.
Inside the illustration
Each element celebrates a recognizable part of the community’s history, landscape, gathering places, and everyday life.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago helps tell the story of Brookfield and the character residents recognize as home.
Galloping Ghost Arcade helps tell the story of Brookfield and the character residents recognize as home.
Grossdale Station helps tell the story of Brookfield and the character residents recognize as home.
Salt Creek helps tell the story of Brookfield and the character residents recognize as home.
Kiwanis Park helps tell the story of Brookfield and the character residents recognize as home.
Historic Village Hall helps tell the story of Brookfield and the character residents recognize as home.
The creative process
I drew Brookfield Zoo Chicago, Galloping Ghost Arcade, Grossdale Station, and Salt Creek as individual pieces before bringing them together. Their different shapes and stories gave me the rhythm for a wraparound composition that feels layered, personal, and specific to Brookfield.
The mug and its making
A meaningful local gift
Whether someone has just moved to Brookfield, Illinois, is preparing to leave, or still calls it home from miles away, this hometown mug offers a warm and useful connection to the community.