Own yours before this james christensen limited edition framed canvas print becomes completely sold out. Look up the artist online before purchasing this book. Christensen s artwork has impressed and enchanted art lovers and fantasy aficionados for decades, and this book is a little insight into his process and philosophy. James christeen was born in 1942 and hes been an artist nearly that long. Here is a look back at what he had to say about his art, as well as a gallery of some of our favorite paintings. James christensen we represent the entire collection of james christensen.
A lawyer more than adequately attired in fine print. James christensen the listener limited edition art and. Inspired by the world s myths, fables and tales of imagination, james c. Christensens work adds up to more than a beautiful if sometimes curious looking work of art. Christensen wants his work to add up to more than a beautiful if sometimes curious looking work of art. Artist james c christensen welcome to swoyers fine art. His drive to connect with the world weaves through his work like a ribbon, over mermaids, under saints, and around hunchbacks. A large, spectacular book of paintings by the renowned american artist illustrator 1942 who specializes in fantasy images. Magic realism, chalk art, fantastic art, childrens book illustration, religious art, workshop, art pages, famous artists, american artists. For more than 35 years he delighted the world with his whimsical yet spiritually profound art. Christensen s work adds up to more than a beautiful if sometimes curious looking work of art.
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Choose your favorite james christensen designs and purchase them as wall art, home decor, phone cases, tote bags, and more. Apr 6, 2019 james christensen artwork is inspired by myths, fables, fantasies, and tales of imagination. The winner of multiple awards from the world science fiction convention and the association of science fiction and fantasy artists, he is the subject of five previous books including voyage of the basset and the art of james c. Christensen said his inspirations were myths, fables, fantasies, and tales of imagination. Deseret book has secured the last remaining prints of this edition. A personal interview with artist james christensen. Inspired by the worlds myths, fables and tales of imagination, james c. Not only is he enormously talented, but his paintings.
He grew up in culver city, california and then attended ucla and byu for art before enjoying a 20 year career as an art educator. Christensen serenade for an orange cat search gallery one for art limited edition prints, giclee canvases and original paintings by internationallyknown artists cat ideas wildlife art fantastic art whimsical art surreal art religious art american artists cat art book illustration. It including samples of his art throughout the years, from pen and ink sketches from his sketchbooks to finished and published paintings, and text describing his purposes. Christensen september 26, 1942 january 8, 2017 was an american artist of. Christensen wants his work to add up to more than a beautiful if sometimes curious looking work. Having taught art professionally for over 20 years, he thought of the world as his classroom. Christensen has published more than three books, with many of his works appearing in many more. James christensen fine art, books and gift collections. Applying his eye for the fantastic to people, landscapes and creatures both real and imagined, christensen has created a rich and strangely familiar world, rendered with exquisite skill and detail. Here is a behindthescenes look at the thought process of wellknown artist james c. His second, the adventure fantasy voyage of the basset, has more than 100,000 copies in print.
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Beautifully designed with more than sixty images and comments from the artist, this is a book that art lovers of all ages will treasure. Christensen passed away on january 8, 2017, after an ongoing battle with cancer. His first book, a journey of the imaginationa journey of the imagination. Christensens keen observation of humanity and endless supply of imagination have made him one of the worlds most beloved artists. The greenwich workshops new century artists series jan 9, 2001. Christensen born september 26, 1942 is an american artist heavily influence by myths, fables, fantasies, and tales of imagination. The winner of multiple awards from the world science fiction convention and the association of science fiction and fantasy artists, he is the subject of five previous books including. James christensen fine art featuring art work from james. Christensen as a retired professor of art, christensen mingled the myths, legends and fables of the world with a masterful technique that has made him one of todays most renowned fantasy fine artists who has something for everyone in his land a little left. See more ideas about artist, fantasy art and american artists.
The range of christensens subject matter and style are testament to the artists imagination, creativity and understanding of art. It is with deep regret and profound sadness that the collection shop announces the passing of artist james c. Art country canada james christensen the worlds largest. The greenwich workshops new century artists series. Art the easiest way to buy and sell art online safely. Inspirational fantasy art from james christensen on limited edition paper, canvas, posters, sculpture. Art brokerage is the first online fine art brokerage. Christensen has also won all the professional art honors the world science fiction convention can bestow, as well as multiple chesley awards from the association of science fiction and fantasy artists. See more ideas about american artists, fantasy art and. Having taught art professionally for over 20 years, he likes to think of the world as his classroom. More than 450 line drawings from the artists sketchbooks. But its not meant ultimately to be just an art book it is an introduction to the possibilities of art and to the possibilities of unlocking the inner imaginative you. Greenwich workshop fine art gallery featuring fine art prints, canvases, books, porcelains and gift ideas.
Christensen september 26, 1942 january 8, 2017 was an american artist of religious and fantasy art and formerly an instructor at brigham young university. Book recommendations, author interviews, editors picks, and more. Framed in this beautiful double frame, angel unobserved will stand out as a unique and inspiring work of art in your home. Christensen, nicknamed the professor of the imagination, lectures widely on art and creativity, from mba programs to state art education conferences. Deceptive cover as most of the artwork is completely different. Christensen when you shop the largest online selection at.