Christine Beirne spent many years in Canada canoeing and camping. “There is nothing better than sitting by a lake and listening to the loons. II’ve recently realized I paint landscapes to communicate the blissful silence I experienced in Ontario and Quebec..”
She has recently been painting all her work with a palette knife. Says Beirne, “I love the action, texture and coverage that a palette knife provides.” Beirne chuckled, ” They also are a lot easier to clean.”
She recently completed painting a painting a day for 90 days — stop by her studio to see them! Beirne studied at California State University Channel Islands and has exhibited in California and Southwestern United States.She was Executive Director for the Buenaventura Art Association and a public arts commissioner for the City of Ojai.
Christine Beirne Featured Artist at
Ojai Valley Artists
Christine Beirne will be having an exhibit of her recent works at Ojai Valley Artists at 238 E. Ojai Ave. in Ojai from July 1 through July 31. A reception for the artists will be held during 3rd Friday, July 19 from 5:30 - 7:30 pm. The 3rd Friday events include music...
HOW MUCH IS THAT DOGGIE (I MEAN ARTIST!) IN THE WINDOW?
Yes, I know the above image does not look like painting in a window – but since I haven’t done it yet, I don’t have a photo! Anyway, on Saturday, June 29 I’ll be painting in the window at Ojai Valley Artists in downtown Ojai (238 Ojai Ave). I’m not...
Exploring in my studio with Christine Beirne
Sometimes artists need to get out of their comfort zone and explore new techniques and mediums. I've recently been using cold wax medium and I'm in love. It seems to work for plein air painting as well as abstract paintings. Which do you prefer?
Christine Beirne’s “Wounded Sun” In Competition Juried by William Wray
My piece from OSA’s “Scorched Souls” Exhibit was accepted in Buenaventura Art Association’s Open competition – juried by William Wray. I’m honored to be part of this show. Join us at The Museum of Ventura County for a reception on February 9 from 5 – 7 pm.
Join me in my 90 Day Painting Challenge!
I was inspired by a workshop I took to start a 90 day painting challenge. A painting a day for 90 days. Eeek! Getting ready for it has been a challenge: I’m painting everything on cradled board and decided to make them all. (Okay…my husband is helping, but the table...
A Chicken Laid an Egg…A What?
Do you remember that old childhood game? I truly used to laugh hysterically after that went around a few times...why? I have no idea. I can't help but have that game run through my head as The EGG arrived at my home the other day. This egg is 5' tall and 5' wide at...
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