Artist

Growing up in England, Chantal has over 20 years experience in animation and graphic design and now has a studio in Queensland, Australia. Her art is inspired by the films she loves, mostly horror movies from the 70's and 80s and adores anything halloween. Her artwork is handmade using soft pastels on paper. Each work of art is totally unique.

Chantal graduated from Griffith University in 1998 with a BA in Character Animation in Brisbane Australia. Her work can be seen in Fangoria magazine, the Printed in Blood art books, The Little Shoppe of Horrors magazine created by Richard Klemensen, Kensington Gore Publications and The Creators Unite magazine. She also contributes regularly to the Twitter Art Exhibit as part of global artists who donate postcard art to help a charity.

Chantal Handley’s work has been celebrated in some of the top horror and genre art publications. Below are some highlights from interviews and features that show her passion for horror cinema, her unique pastel technique, and her journey as a horror artist.

Featured In

Scream Magazine – Issue 46

“Terror in Pastel Form” – Artist Spotlight on Chantal Handley.

Scream Magazine, the UK's premier horror publication, spotlighted Chantal Laura Handley in their artist feature titled “Terror in Pastel Form” in Issue 46. This in-depth interview delves into Chantal's unique approach to horror portraiture, her inspirations, and her journey in capturing the essence of horror icons through pastel art. Scream Horror Magazine

“Handley’s work brings a haunting elegance to horror’s most iconic faces, blending classical techniques with chilling subject matter.”
— Scream Magazine, Issue 46

📰 Featured Artist – Rue Morgue Magazine

"Multi-talented graphic and pastel artist Chantal Laura Handley of Queensland, Australia, has some very stylish non-medical horror-themed face masks available in her shop right now."

Rue Morgue Magazine – September 4, 2020 Read the full feature

Daily Dead — Artist Profile

"Her portraits are absolutely stunning... if you're looking for some iconic horror art to fill your walls, or give as a gift this season, be sure to visit Chantal's online store." Read the full feature

HorrorBuzz — Artist Spotlight Interview

"Horror films, arguably more than other films, have the opportunity for more extreme facial expression, and a portrait has the ability to capture the soul and emotion of a character." Read the full interview