BIO

Christie, a self-taught Canadian artist, has been enchanting audiences with her unique and evocative creations. Born in Edmonton, Alberta, and raised primarily in Calgary, Christie's journey across Canada—from the vibrant streets of Toronto to the serene beauty of Vancouver—has profoundly influenced her artistic perspective. Her childhood was marked by frequent moves, providing her with a broad array of experiences and a deep well of memories from which she draws inspiration.

From an early age, Christie displayed a natural inclination toward the arts. Though she always sensed a calling to the canvas, it wasn't until her early fifties that she seriously embarked on her painting journey. The pandemic provided a catalyst, allowing her the time and space to delve deeply into her art. Without formal artistic training, Christie honed her craft through trial and error, emphasizing exploration and intuition over structured methods.

Prior to art, her professional life was divided between in the beauty and fashion industry and the areas PR, advertising and sales. She also made her mark as a published freelance writer of creative non-fiction. These experiences, rich in sensory and aesthetic appreciation, have undoubtedly shaped the way she perceives and interprets art.

Christie's work primarily revolves around still life—vases, flowers, and fruit. Each piece is a reflection of the human condition: vases serve as vessels of containing memories, stories, and past experiences; flowers embody beauty, delicacy, and impermanence; and fruit carries seeds of growth and future potential. Her creative process is fluid and intuitive, unbound by strict references or predetermined plans, allowing each painting to emerge as an authentic expression of her vision.

Influenced by post-war impressionists and artists like David Milne, Lynn Johnson, and Lisa Noonis, Christie brings a distinctive voice to her art. Her works have graced the walls of The Jackalope Contemporary Gallery, Twist Gallery, and Fusion Gallery in Palm Springs, CA. Featured in ArtAScent Magazine, her art has captivated both corporate and private collectors across Canada and the USA. Admirers often describe her pieces as fragile, delicate, and evocative of childhood memories.

Beyond the canvas, Christie nurtures her passion cooking, and interior design, travel, and reading, interests that further enrich her artistic sensibility. As a full-time artist, she views her work as integral to the fabric of society—a form of record-keeping that transcends facts, capturing emotions and the zeitgeist of the times.