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About the team
C.M.MANIET
Christina Maniet’s pencil smudged pet portraits portray a “play on contradictions” by capturing the look of stark realism while incorporating a whimsical flair. Born in Erie, Pennsylvania, she studied at the University of the Arts and Arcadia University, where she obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Scientific Illustration. She currently resides in California where she and her team are busy eating, sleeping, and creating art. This team consisting of animal rescues are the direct influence into creating these one-of-a-kind custom pet portraits and the promoting of rescue awareness. The business was started when she had been inspired to draw a portrait of Jake. That portrait invoked the interests of others and C.M.Maniet’s Pencil Smudged Pet Portraits was born.
JAKE
Studio bodyguard and the face of C.M.Maniet’s Pencil Smudge
His past to his present has been a long road with past owners who miss him very much but realized his need for a big yard. His energetic passion for life is the inspiration behind C.M.Maniet's Smudge.
KATIE
Project Manager
Rescue pup, Katie, is always on-the-go and keeps all team members on their toes. There is no downtime when she is on duty.
RUPERT
Tech Support
A PAWS Rescue feline and C.M.Maniet's computer genius. Every time there is a problem Rupert is right on top of it.
CHLOE
Project Supervisor
One of the cat partners of C.M.Maniet’s Pencil Smudge Pet Portraits loves to sit and watch each piece of art being made. It is important to have this adopted feline’s stamp of approval before each portrait is sent out.
MAX
Pencil Smudge Visionary
Always dreaming up the next big idea!
CLOE
Finder of lost pencils and erasers
A cat who wins the award for the best housefly catcher of all time. She was rescued from a shelter and her family greatly appreciates her and is in awe of her Mr. Miyagi-like skills.