The Solace Quill

06/20/2026

🖤 Custom Fine Art Commissions Are Now Open 🖤

After months of planning, creating, and refining my process, I'm excited to officially launch the new commissions page on The Solace Quill.

Whether you're looking to preserve a cherished memory, honor a beloved pet, celebrate wildlife, or commission a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork, I now have a dedicated space where you can explore my work, view pricing information, and submit a commission inquiry.

Commission options include:

✦ Wildlife & Nature Artwork
✦ Pet Portraits
✦ Family & Individual Portraits
✦ Memorial Pieces
✦ Custom Fine Art Projects

Each piece is created by hand using graphite and charcoal and tailored to your vision.

Visit the commissions page:
https://www.thesolacequill.com/commissions

Thank you to everyone who has encouraged, supported, and believed in my work. This is a milestone I've been working toward for a long time, and I'm excited to begin creating meaningful artwork for others.

Hyperrealistic charcoal portraits of pets, wildlife & loved ones. Custom commissions by Arkansas artist Kayland Childress. Request your quote today.

06/06/2026

🎨 COMMISSIONS ARE NOW OPEN 🎨

For those who may not know, I am a fine artist specializing in highly detailed charcoal portraits and original artwork.

I am currently accepting a limited number of commission projects, including:

• Pet Portraits
• Family Portraits
• Children's Portraits
• Memorial Portraits
• Couples & Engagement Portraits

Commission pricing begins at:

• 11×14 — Starting at $400
• 16×20 — Starting at $600
• 18×24 — Starting at $900

Final pricing is determined by the subject matter, number of subjects, and level of detail involved in the piece.

Every portrait is hand-drawn and created specifically for the client from their photographs.

If you've been considering a custom piece for yourself or as a gift, send me a message with your photo and a brief description of what you're looking for. I'll be happy to discuss your project and provide a personalized quote.

Thank you for supporting my artwork and following along on this journey.

05/22/2026

05/12/2026

Just a little peek at a piece I’m currently working on for an art exhibit my stepdad and I plan to do once we have enough completed pieces together. 🤍

So far, this is about 12 hours of sketching on this 18x24 canvas just to work out proportions, feather placement, structure, and overall composition — and there’s still more placement work to finish before I can even begin the next stages.

It’s been really nice creating outside of expectations lately and just letting the artwork become whatever it wants to become. I’m excited to eventually share the full collection when the time comes.

And for those of you who enjoy following my artwork journey, I do also offer monthly art memberships through The Solace Quill where you can receive prints, letters from me, creative extras, and more each month. ✨

https://www.thesolacequill.com/memberships

05/05/2026

Most of us only expect stress, bills, or junk mail when we check the mailbox.

I wanted to create something different. 🤍

The Solace Quill is a monthly mailed experience designed to bring a little more peace, creativity, and stillness into your life through art, reflection, and intentional moments.

If you want your mailbox to hold something beautiful for once…
comment MAIL and I’ll send you the details privately. ✨

05/04/2026

🎨✨ I’m officially competing in **The People’s Artist 2026** and I would be so grateful for your support!

If my art has ever inspired you, moved you, or if you simply want to support an artist chasing her dream—please take a moment to vote for me 💛

🗳 **Vote here (FREE once per day):**
https://peoplesartist.org/2026/kayland-childress

Every vote helps me get one step closer to an incredible opportunity:
• Feature in Artforum Magazine
• $25,000 Prize
• Professional Art Exhibition

Thank you so much for believing in me and supporting my journey. It truly means the world. ❤️

05/02/2026

I’m so excited to share that I’ve been selected as an official competitor in the 2026 People’s Artist competition! 🎨✨ This is such a huge milestone for me as I continue growing my journey as an artist. If you’d like to support me, you can check out my profile here:

Art Is How I Process Life, Express Emotion, And Transform Imagination Into Something Real And Lasting.

04/28/2026

✨ Here’s what arrives in The Escape Package from The Solace Quill ✨

Each monthly collection is thoughtfully curated to offer a moment of stillness, reflection, and creative escape—delivered right to your mailbox.

Although the official sign-up window for May’s collection has passed, I’m extending it just a little longer…

Sign up by April 30th and you can still receive May’s “Presence” collection.

This month’s package includes:
• A premium art print
• Matching line art piece
• Story card
• Mantra card
• Artist letter
• Beautifully packaged presentation details

If you’ve been considering joining, this is your final chance to receive May’s release before we move into June’s collection. 🤍

https://www.thesolacequill.com/memberships

04/28/2026

✨ Here’s what arrives in The Escape Package from The Solace Quill ✨

Each monthly collection is thoughtfully curated to offer a moment of stillness, reflection, and creative escape—delivered right to your mailbox.

Although the official sign-up window for May’s collection has passed, I’m extending it just a little longer…

Sign up by April 30th and you can still receive May’s “Presence” collection.

This month’s package includes:
• A premium art print
• Matching line art piece
• Story card
• Mantra card
• Artist letter
• Beautifully packaged presentation details

If you’ve been considering joining, this is your final chance to receive May’s release before we move into June’s collection. 🤍

https://www.thesolacequill.com/memberships

04/22/2026

This is what The Solace Quill looks like right now 🤍

A quiet moment, a paintbrush, and something slowly coming to life.

I shared the full video on YouTube if you want to see it:
https://youtu.be/oK3rj-8ZPZY

And if you’d like to receive a little piece I made each month…
you can sign up for my art print mail club ✨
https://www.thesolacequill.com/memberships

I’m just getting started, but this already means so much to me 🤍

Explore The Solace Quill membership tiers and choose your monthly art print experience. Each delivery includes thoughtfully created artwork, reflection, and intentional moments designed to help you slow down and reconnect.