In Business since 2013

Meet Christy Illustrates

Born from Nothing.

Around here, we know what it’s like to start with nothing and figure it out as we go. Every setback? Just fuel to keep moving forward. Every closed door? Another chance to prove how unstoppable you are.

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Born to Speak up. Built to Lift Each Other Up.

Talk Back, Take Charge.

Here, we don’t shrink to make anyone comfortable. We speak up, roll our eyes at the nonsense, and say exactly what’s on our minds. We don’t turn down our flames because they can’t handle the heat. That’s a them problem!

Longer tables, not taller fences.

For women who lift each other up, make space for one another, and create community instead of competition. You don’t have to fight alone. Around here, we share power, wisdom, and support and that helps make us all stronger.

WELCOME, LOUD & SARCASTIC SOULS

Hey, I’m Christy.

If I had to put myself in a box, it’d be: a chaos-loving, sarcasm-obsessed artist turning life’s nonsense into bold, sassy, and sometimes creepy-cute art for women who refuse to shrink.

Christy Illustrates started with a sketchbook, a Sharpie, and a lot of attitude. Now? It’s a rebellion wrapped in prints, stickers, woodburned art, and the occasional weird little creation that just has to exist.

I create for women who:

🖤 Survive the nonsense with a sharp eye roll
🔥 Speak their minds even when it’s messy
🍄 Love dark humor, mushrooms, skulls, and weird vibes
💅 Want art that’s unapologetically bold
❤️ Need a little reminder that chaos can be beautiful

I make both physical pieces and digital art, so you can have a little sass wherever you need it most.

My work is a challenge to the ‘perfect’ woman model. A combination of dark and sassy vibes, and made for those of us who don’t feel like they fit in anywhere else. 😈

Thanks for being here. Let’s make life a little louder, a little messier, and a lot more badass.

Small Business - Big Heart

I know what it’s like to not have a helping hand when I needed it. So when I can, I give back. Animal cruelty and kids in need are two of my biggest weaknesses. I can’t stand it when innocent animals and children are hurt or mistreated. There’s just no reason for it. And it p!sses me off so I want to do something about it!!

Children’s book created to help bring awareness to Rhinos being killed for their horns. The mamas are killed for the ivory and the babies are left to die. It’s horrible!

Nikela Wildlife Foundation

Created full size illustration posters for kids fighting really tough battles like domestic violence, cancer, and so much more. They’re the REAL heroes.

The Superhero Project

Illustrated a children’s book about a squirrel and a chicken to help show kids adventures can be fun and it’s okay to be scared - just do it anyway.

Clear Fork Press

Introducing one of my clients, the Builder Dad’s- a small American based business that makes custom handmade furniture.

Dan is an avid movie collector and wanted to give his customers a special treat with every order that highlighted some of his equipment and gave a subtle nod to some of his favorite movies.

A retro design with a custom character based on the movie ‘Resident Evil’ was commissioned to spread the word about the Builder Dads’ mission - authentic quality furniture created by a dad - for dads (and mom’s!)

Custom apparel design and illustration for merchandise

Client Work

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The Life of an Artist

  • 1980 - The Early Years

    Christy was born and raised in the Blue Ridge area of Virginia and started drawing as soon as she could hold a crayon.

  • 1998 - High School

    In her high school art class, Christy’s unique sense of humor was starting to shine through. Her art teacher told her she might want to look into art as a career.

  • 1999 - Real love

    Right after high school, Christy met the love of her life and after dating for only 3 weeks, they set off to build their lives together.

  • 2006 - Little Bundles

    By 2006, Christy’s family had grown from 2 to 4. Art had to take a backseat so she could help take care of her family.

  • 2013 - An Illustrative Life

    In 2009, Christy and her husband realized that retail and bartending wasn’t going to cut, so she went back to school. Originally for web design, but one animation class and she was back drawing full force.

  • 2018 - Kids Books

    Christy’s style seemed perfect for children’s books. She illustrated a few books for publishers and independent authors over the next couple of years.

  • 2020 - COVID

    When Covid shut the world down, Christy had a chance to focus on her art and feelings on what was going on in the world. Her work turned from sweet and innocent to sassy and dark.

  • Today - Sassy

    In 2022, Christy went full force with her sarcasm and dark humor creating pieces that capture the sassy side of her personality. Using her art as an emotional outlet, she’s able to help herself and others process tough emotions brought on by everyday life.