Artist Statement

Painting for me is about spontaneous expression and is why mixed media is my medium of choice. I can tear a piece of paper, cover it with paint, scrape away layers, and add texture in moments; all the while adding depth and visual interest. I also enjoy incorporating items with an element of time such as old magazines, antiquities, burned wood, and even bones. These give the piece a patina of sorts, while maintaining a connection to humanity and nature. Drifting Upstream is a collection of works that exemplify this philosophy through various themes and artistic styles.

Artist Bio

For Cory Christiansen, artistic creation is his response to the push and pull of internal and external forces in his life. Through various mixed-media pieces he shares his journey of discovery, compromise, failure, and growth.