Collection: Lorraine Christie

Artist Lorraine Christie's works are characterized by vibrant colors and expert use of shade and light, making them both joyful and tinged with sensitivity or longing. Her paintings are reminiscent of bustling cities such as Paris, London, New York, and Rome, or a more soft, quiet and intimate setting. Christie's works often feature still-lifes, figurative and genre scenes, and landscapes, typically depicting a man and woman dancing or flowers.

Her art has been heavily influenced by Impressionist masters such as Edgar Degas, LS  Lowry, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, and Jack Vittriano. She has also drawn inspiration from famous masters of the subject. Painters such as John Singer-Sargent and Paul Cezanne, for her landscapes. Christie's desire to paint very romantic scenes is reflected in her technique, which utilizes loose and expressive brushstrokes to create a sense of movement and spontaneity. This technique allows the painter to capture the fleeting and intimate moments of a romantic scene. Compositions with a lover's embrace or a tender kiss are oftens the suject of her works. By using her unique style, Christie is able to evoke strong emotions and capture the beauty and magic of romantic moments.

The Start

Since 1990, Lorraine Christie has exhibited her artworks widely in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Northern Ireland. Her exhibitions at W.H. Patterson Gallery, Jorgenson Gallery, and Belfast Castle have won critical acclaim both locally and internationally.  Many famous magazines have featured her works for feature articles. Look no further than American Art Collector or Art Galleries and Artists of the South. Prestigious institutions in Japan, South Africa, London, and Northern Ireland have included her paintings in their collections.

Lorraine Christie's success began in her native Ireland, and her works have spread worldwide. Today her paintings included in many private and corporate collections in Europe, the United States, Japan, and the Republic of South Africa. She is proud to be part of the Ulster Museum, Belfast in Northern Ireland’s permanent collection. Christie is not one to expand on her triumphs, and she is happy to let her paintings speak for themselves.

Today

Lorraine Christie currently resides in Greater Atlanta, Georgia, in the United States. Her paintings continue to inspire and captivate audiences. They reflect the beauty of the world and the wonder of life, love, joy, pain, disappointment, courage, desire, and hope. Emotions  that resonate within us all.  She welcomes commisions.  Art enthusiasts seeking a work more unique and personal should contact the gallery for details.

In summary, Lorraine Christie is an accomplished artist with an unwavering passion for art, and her unique and dynamic paintings are celebrated globally. She is a true inspiration to many. Her success continues to grow as her works evoke strong emotions and captivate audiences worldwide. She reflects her desire to paint very romantic scenes and capture the fleeting and intimate moments of a romantic scene in her technique, which utilizes loose and expressive brushstrokes. paintings she produces are a testament to her dedication and her ability to evoke emotions in her audience.