Create + Chai

Watercolor Artist Based in Portland, Oregon

Hi friend!

I’m Vanina Howan, the artist behind Create + Chai Studio.

I live in Portland with my husband, our one-year-old daughter, and our golden doodle.

I started Create + Chai because I wanted to build a life where I could truly enjoy the everyday and find joy in the process of creating.

When I’m not painting, you can usually find me playing a cozy video game, watching an anime or reading a manga book, or wandering around a bookstore.

Bookshop Cats: Coming Soon

cozy book loving cat greeting cards 🐈📚

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Curt

“LOVE the watercolor Vanina did. Captured them well and it warms my heart.”

Sophie -

“I’m so happy I commissioned art from Vanina! The work is excellent, just as advertised. 11/10”

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Meet the dynamic trio: Mike, Eli, and of course, Mr. Waffles! 🧇✨ I had an absolute blast capturing their unique personalities on canvas. Each brushstroke was filled with love and laughter, and I could feel the joy radiating from their bond as I pai

Hey friends! I don’t know about you, but I’m starting to feel that fall chill in the air—my favorite time of year! 🍁

To kick off the season, I’m opening up my holiday commissions and offering a special 30% off for early bird

Hi friends! I’m back from my travels in Japan and open for commissions again. I realized it’s been a while since I shared a little about myself, so hey! 👋🏼

I’m Vanina, the artist behind Create + Chai. I live in Portland with my h

Hi friends! 👋🏼 I’ll be on vacation from September 20th to October 1st to recharge and get inspired. ✈️ New commissions will be completed in mid to late October! 🎨 🐾