Hi, I'm Char, and I Get You.
You’re an animal lover. A creature cuddler. You're up to your eyeballs in all the cute puppy pics and kitty videos you can handle on the daily. You love animals and everyone knows it. Not everyone gets it. And you aren't friends with those people. You don't need that kind of negativity in your life!
I'm a comic and creature creator and I specialise in making people smile. On a good day, laugh out loud! I want to make your life better, one piece of artwork at a time.
Artist, Fellow animal lover and one (wo)man show
Based out in the PNW, my small biz is all me. From the website, to the copy, the listings and the artwork, it's a one woman show here. I've been doing this whole business thing for quite a while now, since 2010 when I got back from some international travels.
My current passion is a comic called The Golden Troupe. It follows a past life of mine 2,500 years ago in the Achaemenid Empire, taking place in ancient Persia. Join me as I suss out what happens when you put a wannabe belly dancer, a moody mare, a scaredy saluki dog, a chipper cheetah and an eager eagle together. You can read it right here!
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Events
Eugene Saturday Market
(Nearly) every Saturday from April-Nov on 8th Ave & Oak St in downtown Eugene, OR.
Booth Placement Varies, check Eugene's Saturday Market Website for details every week!
FAQ
How long does a portrait take to complete?
Depending on the complexity of the portrait, how many pets will be included, the medium used and the response time between approval for the sketch and final stages will determine how long a portrait will take. Please allow 2-4 weeks for completion. Rush orders can be requested for an additional fee.
Do I need perfect reference photos in the exact pose and lighting the painting needs?
No, that's part of what sets my studio apart from the rest!
Perfect reference photos are not needed at all and in fact, a lot of time is used up by waiting to take that perfect shot of your pet. As long as you have photos that show off your pet's markings, I can use just about any photo to create a portrait, even blurry polaroids from 40-50 years ago!
My 30+ years of experience studying animals allows me to get the base shapes of any breed or species, you just need to supply the specifics from your pet. If a specific angle is needed to get the markings (say the paws or belly for example), then I'll let you know and a quick snap will usually suffice. Of course, photos are ideal, but detailed written descriptions are also alright, in the case of pets lost long ago that you would like to memorialise. Sit back and I'll take care of the rest!
Where do you ship?
I have worked with clients from all over the world- from Scotland to Singapore, from New York to California and everywhere in between. I work with clients to ensure that your pet's portrait can be delivered safely to you or the recipient of your choice.
If you have any questions about delivery prior to ordering, please ask on the contact form below!
What payment methods are accepted?
Many payment methods are accepted. You can use your credit or debit card, but also Amazon Pay, Google Pay, Paypal, Paypal Credit and Cash App are available. As well, if you'd like to break up payment into interest-free payments, you can pay with Afterpay*. Klarna* can break payment up into monthly installments.
*Afterpay and Klarna are subject to approval. Char Reed Art is not affiliated with or has any say in the approval process.
