Christine Shockley

 

 

Study:

 

Lamar Dodd while completing Masters degree at the University of Georgia.

Eric Aho on location in Vermont countryside.

Albert Handell on location North Georgia mountains.

David Curtis on location in Maine.

Stewart Shils on location North Carolina mountains.

Colley Whisson on location mid-coast Maine.

Colin Page on location Rockland Maine.

 

Style:

 

Chris began her career capturing simple scenes of everyday life while emphasizing light. Other artists have likened her realism to that of Fairfield Porter, 1907-1975. Today her art transitions between Realism, Impressionism and Abstraction allowing the freedom to “create as an artist desires”.

 

Collectors:

 

Among those who have included her artwork in their personal collection are celebrities Miranda Lambert, Blake Shelton, Randy Travis, and the Dixie Chicks. Regional collectors include University Cancer & Blood Center, Sutherland Asbill & Brennan, Coca Cola Enterprises, First American Bank & Trust, Akins Ford, The University of Georgia, Oconee State Bank, Aurum Jewelry, Athens Urology, and Oconee County Chamber of Commerce.

 

Awards:

 

Best in show; Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation members exhibit 2017.