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by Christopher Reid
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Our greeting cards are 5" x 7" in size and are produced on digital offset printers using 100 lb. paper stock. Each card is coated with a UV protectant on the outside surface which produces a semi-gloss finish. The inside of each card has a matte white finish and can be customized with your own message up to 500 characters in length. Each card comes with a white envelope for mailing or gift giving.
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I painted this self-portrait hoping to capture the focused concentration that goes into creating a painting. There is a moment when all of the... more
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I painted this self-portrait hoping to capture the focused concentration that goes into creating a painting. There is a moment when all of the countless hours of painting come together and the brush is just an extension of my hand. I pushed the "creative spark" metaphor for fun.
Christopher Reid is an international artist painting in pastel, watercolor, and acrylic. He paints everything from portraits, landscapes, wildlife, and pets in his contemporary realist style. His art has won numerous international awards. He travels all over the world painting en plein air as often as possible, exhibiting, and sharing his passion for art with others through teaching workshops. Born in Johannesburg, South Africa, Chris studied art at the Savannah College of Art & Design(Savannah, GA). He lives in Hermanus, South Africa, inspired by the local landscapes, people, and wildlife. At an early age Chris wanted to be a comic book illustrator. In his teens he decided to pursue digital art to work in the 3D animation field. To...
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Gary F Richards
Revisiting this amazing piece! FL voted
Gary F Richards
Outstanding artistic self-portrait “how’d you do that” composition, lighting, shading, color and artwork! F/L voted
Gary F Richards
Revisiting this passionate self-portrait! Fl voted
Susanna Schorr
Fantastic painting! So realistic!
Tanya Goldstein
Wow!
Laurel Adams
Christopher, this is an amazing portrait!…so masterfully executed!…v…best to you…revisiting and Faving again…I can’t help it…the details and the CREATIVE SPARK …the focus…the oneness with the brush…the ballet at the easel…it’s ALL in there!! Wishing you the BEST
Laurel Adams
Christopher CONGRATULATIONS on your HONORABLE MENTION LEAD in the Portrait Painting Contest!! YAY! SO WELL DESERVED!
Gary F Richards
Magnificent capture, lighting, shading and artwork! F/L …voted for this piece in the contest INDEPENDENT.
Sarah Irland
Congratulations, Christopher, on your Win in the Realism in Your Painting Contest for this wonderful painting! Well Deserved.
Laurel Adams
ChrIstopher, CONGRATULATIONS on your SECOND PLACE WIN in the Juried REALISM 3 Contest, YAY!…SO WELL DESERVED,
Laurel Adams
Beautiful work, ...v...best to you, christopher
Debora Lewis
I 100% agree with your selection for Masters Collectible Collectibles. This is a breathtaking skillful portrait.
Christopher Reid replied:
Thank you Debora :)
Debora Lewis
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR FIRST PLACE WIN IN MASTERS SHOW ME YOUR MONEYMAKER. L/F.
Christopher Reid replied:
Thank you Debora :)
Laurel Adams
Christopher...this is one of the most stunning self portraits I have ever seen...I love that the focus of LIGHT is: upon the gold tip of kolinski brush...in the artist arm-hand and...especially in the EYES of focused gaze! The FLOW of Inspired creativity...captured. MASTERFULLY BRILLIANT!...v...best to you!
Christopher Reid replied:
Thank you Laurel :) In a self portrait there is always a challenge to show yourself the way you actually see yourself and the way you think you look. Hopefully I got it right :)
Talya Johnson
Awesome lighting and colorful reflective lights! Saw this in a contest and had to come check out your world. L/f and followed.
Christopher Reid replied:
THank you Talya :) I was careful about how I set up the lighting for this effect and not to overdo it when painting.
Gary F Richards
Congratulations on your sale of this wonderful artwork! Fl
Taphath Foose
Fantastic portrait, Christopher! I love the captured focus!
Christopher Reid replied:
Thank you Taphath :) I am very happy when I paint, but some people think 'focused' looks too serious. Hahahaha! :)
Gary F Richards
Awesome artwork! F/L … voted in the Masters - This Is My Superpower contest
Christopher Reid replied:
Thank you Gary :)
Jimmy Carender
Phenomenal painting.
Christopher Reid replied:
Thank you Jimmy :)
Christina Ford
very well done! wow
Christopher Reid replied:
Thank you Christina )
Robyn King
Congratulations your beautiful work is being featured in AAA Images:-)
Christopher Reid replied:
Thank you Robyn :)
Victoria Beasley
Great job So intensely focused LF
Christopher Reid replied:
Thank you Victoria :)
John Malone
Congratulations! Your skillful and interesting painting has been FEATURED on our Homepage! Amazing work, the lighting is superb and the concept of the sparks on the canvas is marvelous!
Christopher Reid replied:
Thank you John :)
Christopher Reid
Thank you Bridget :) I had fun adding the little details on this one and keeping other areas really nondescript.
Bridget Weber
Wow! This is amazing Christopher! So many details, from colors in your shirt to details in your palm and arm!