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I have always admired the vigour and power of the large 1950s works of De Kooning in America and the quiet yet powerful compositions of Ben Nicholson in England of the same period.
I want the painting to look organic. As important as the "life" of the gesture is to me, so too is the RESONANCE of the colour and I work very hard on this. After 9/11, colour disappeared from my palette and for a long time I was only able to paint in black or silver.
I attempt to make a statement about my sensuality, lust for life, love of nature and the joy of colour and always to create something that is wholly original.
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"Christine Mathieson, a second-year Elam art student, sold all 21 of her paintings at the preview of her show in University Little Theatre, many to recognized artists. "
Spotligt. 1978
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"The work gives promise of very considerable achievement when all the influences have been assimilated and Christine Mathieson's work becomes relaxed and confident."
T.J.MeNamara. 1979
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"The paintings and drawings by Christine Mathieson at the Denis Cohn Gallery make a lively, charming show. The liveliness comes from the bright reds and blues that make up the..."
T.J.MeNamara. 1981
Christine Mathieson
For any gallery interested in exhibiting my work please contact me directly on 022 079 9260