Halverson, Christine

Nature and the northern wilderness has been an important part of my life and is reflected in my subject matter.  I choose to paint the interpretations that exist in my heart, lending a peaceful tone and slightly abstract quality to my work.  

I became passionate about watercolor painting in 1980 as a student of Cheng-Khee Chee at the University of MN Duluth. I was unfortunately unable to pursue painting due to family and career for the following 30 years.  I very happily re-discovered my passion for watercolor painting again in January of 2011.

 

The peaceful beauty of nature is a great part of my life and is reflected in my choice of subject matter. I choose to paint the interpretations of nature that exist in my heart, creating somewhat abstracted images.   I relish the release of the paint itself, either controlling it or allowing it to flow and create it's own unique patterns.  For me, the thrill is in the process of creation,  the exploration of color and the excitement of new ideas.

I became passionate about watercolor painting in 1980 as a student of Cheng-Khee Chee at the University of MN Duluth. I was unfortunately unable to pursue painting due to family and career for the following 30 years.  I very happily re-discovered my passion for watercolor painting again in January of 2011. The peaceful beauty of nature is a great part of my life and is reflected in my choice of subject matter. I choose to paint the interpretations of nature that exist in my heart, creating somewhat abstracted images.   I relish the release of the paint itself, either controlling it or allowing it to flow and create it's own unique patterns.  For me, the thrill is in the process of creation,  the exploration of color and the excitement of new ideas.

My price ranges are determined by the size of the piece.  An 11x14 watercolor is $250.  15x22 is roughly $450-$500. Giclee prints are also available on some of my work and I offer black archival quality matts & backing with the purchase of an  8x10 or 11x14 giclee print.  I would consider commission work depending on the subject matter.