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Original Painting & Custom Portraits by

Artist Christina Carmel

We all need a place to call home. A stress-free space to retreat to when the world feels wild and your mind feels weary. Somewhere that reconnects you with the passion of purpose and invites you to choose benevolence and beauty over disconnect and busy. But blank walls and mass-produced prints rarely make a meaningful mark on this world. This is where I come in. Creating artwork for humans who truly care.

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Statement storytelling with soul, inclusive art with heart.

Your sanctuary isn't for silence. It’s for flipping off beauty norms, gender roles and injustice. It’s for igniting connection and conversation; for making a statement and for taking a stand. And it’s for making a positive mark on the world – starting in your very own space.

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I LOVE Christina’s work. It’s so honest and REAL. Her work is s true representation of women and people in society. She doesn’t paint what a stereotypical society thinks people should look like, who they should love, or what an “ideal” look of happiness is. I bought her CEO painting and it is by far one of the most exquisite pieces I’ve ever had. She portrayed the strong black woman in a simple, colorful, and breathtaking way. This painting is how I see myself, and I thank her for creating it. She’s AMAZING!

Treysia K. Read more Google reviews

Christina is an amazing artist who so perfectly captures the relationships, thoughts and feelings of the subjects in her paintings. We own her piece "Finally." She is great to work with, is very quick to respond to messages and is very flexible in working with clients who want to bring her pieces home!

Amanda S. Read more Google reviews

There is so much life in Christina's art! The way Christina captures the essence of these amazing figures is beyond beautiful and more than eye-catching. The colors are on another level! Christina is an incredible human being and her passion for people shows through her awe-inspiring talent. I'm a proud owner of a beautiful and powerful piece painted by Christina and cannot wait to be the owner of more. Christina's work is not to be missed and she can do custom orders too!

JennSheaAZ JessieRead more Google reviews

Excited to be the proud owner of a Christina Carmel piece that I’ve been admiring and finally purchased. Cannot wait to have “Cigar Ladies” framed and in the house, it brings so much fun energy to any space it occupies and is hard to pass without smiling. Highly recommend checking out Christina’s collections, powerful art that possesses an uplifting spirit and is visually captivating.

Randy F.Read more Google reviews

Christina is not just an incredibly gifted artist, she’s an incredible human being. My commissioned painting of me and my precious cat that recently passed is my most treasured possession. The way she was able to capture our special bond and love made my heart just feel like it was exploding. I truly didn’t know what to expect but any expectations I may have had were completely surpassed. She made certain she had every detail perfected. Christina puts her whole heart and soul into her work and that is why it’s extra special. Highly recommend her for any painting you may want.

Dawn D.Read more Google reviews

Come on in, caring human.

I’m Christina Carmel, and I create beautiful, thought-provoking artwork that tells a personal story and invites you and your loved ones to join in on the conversation. It’s statement storytelling with soul; inclusive art with heart - provoking conversations that celebrate the rawness, realness, compassion, heartache, and joy of our shared human experience.

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