Christy Linton is an American painter whose formal education is a degree in Bachelor of Fine Arts, but life's education of a diverse upbringing, exposure to painting through the women in her life and fortunate to have traveled and experience many different cultures, have all truly broadened her creative mind. Living along the Pacific Coast for over 20 years evokes a deep tranquil connection that drives Christy to capture that feeling forever in her artwork. Her process begins with a subtle calm color palette, then deciding whether or to not to add texture with recycled odds and ends, or paper, clay, netting, fabrics,  and/or acrylic mediums. The subject is decided upon with either an intuitive evolution or one in which it is planned from a memory, photo or commissioned.Sand and ocean water are always mixed in

for a tangible gift from the sea, which is the artists primary

muse. There is a harmonious blend of techniques,

conventional and nonconventional tools, building layers

upon layerswith an array of mediums, such as ink, acrylic

wash, pastel, oil stick, and almost always gold or silver leaf.

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The journey that brought Christy back to her artistic roots

was one of transforming suffering into something meaningful,

which has led to a life of art therapy, fulfillment and

gratitude.

This love of the ocean and nature moves Christy to use sustainable products. For example, recycled products or sustainably sourced fibers, water based inks, paints and varnishes or wax. They are easier to clean and reduce the need for harsh solvents. 

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Statement:

“Each and every step of my process I am in an attempt to sooth the soul. So my greatest hope is for you to find that place of serenity, to escape and to wonder.”    

Feel free to email with any questions at christylinton@gmail.com