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Kristy Chettle Art

American, b. 1982
Kristy Chettle (b. 1968, Bellflower, CA) is a dynamic abstract artist who paints using only her hands. She works in a sort of “focused frenzy”, painting expressive works deep with bold colors in complex layers. After earning a degree in Art & Design, she began her professional career as a graphic designer and now seeks to deconstruct the confines of modern media. As a California native, she is compelled to explore themes such as nature, metamorphosis, and personal growth, which are reflective of the ever-changing environment of the region. Using a vibrant and sometimes unexpected color pallet, Chettle’s work is expressive featuring heavy strokes and dramatic motion. Using multiple layers she creates a complex, almost tactile surface, inviting the viewer to dive into the painting and explore its depths. The artist sees her style as a liberation from the rigid rules of marketing, yet she intuitively implements the disciplines she was taught. Working primarily with complimentary colors, her paintings are lively and raw with color vibrating throughout from layers deep within the work. Kristy has been a professional abstract artist for many years. Her artwork hangs in the homes of those who appreciate art that reflects expressive motion and color with thick layers of texture and meaning. Inspired by some of the greats—Picasso and Van Gogh in particular—she aspires to replicate the depth and life that their works portray.
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Artist: Kristy Chettle
"Reclining Nude" by Kristy Chettle - Blue, Orange, Earth Tone Figurative Nude
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968) "Reclining Nude" 2019 Oil Paint, Reclaimed Wood, Wire The artist signed the back of the painting. "Reclining Nude" is a captivating 28" x 65" oi...
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2010s Contemporary Kristy Chettle Art

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Wire

"Untitled No. 29" by Kristy Chettle - White, Blue, & Red Abstract Expressionist
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968) "Untitled No. 29" 2024 Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. A captivating exploration of color, texture, and movement, "Untitled No. 29" is a 48" x 48" oil on canvas by contemporary artist Kristy Chettle. This striking abstract work features a harmonious blend of soft blues, whites, and grays, energized by dynamic bursts of yellow, orange, and red. Chettle’s expressive brushwork and layering techniques create an ethereal sense of depth, drawing the viewer into its vibrant and emotive surface. The painting’s gestural marks and textured passages evoke a balance between spontaneity and intentionality, inviting introspection and interpretation. Perfect for modern interiors, "Untitled No. 29" is a bold yet tranquil statement piece, ideal for collectors who appreciate contemporary abstraction and the legacy of Abstract Expressionism. Chettle’s masterful use of oil paint offers both visual energy and a calming atmosphere, making this work a versatile addition to any collection. About the Artist: As a California native (b. 1968, Los Angeles, CA), Kristy Chettle’s paintings explore reflective and thought-provoking themes of nature, transformation, and self-empowerment. Using only her hands and an occasional pallet knife, she paints in multiple layers, sometimes scraping off the paint with her fingers only to reapply a new color later, resulting in a deep texture and raw motion. Occasionally she scrawls her thoughts and emotions into the canvas or uses recycled paper or old screens...
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2010s Abstract Expressionist Kristy Chettle Art

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

"Sunrise Beyond the River" by Kristy Chettle - Earth Tone Abstract Oil on Wood
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968) "Sunrise Beyond the River" 2024 Oil Paint, Wood The artist signed the back of the painting. This striking 22" x 38" abstract oil painting by Kristy Chettle captures the raw energy of nature through vibrant, expressive color. Painted directly onto reclaimed wood, the artwork showcases her unique approach to using natural materials, allowing the texture of the wood grain to become an integral part of the piece. The rich, fiery hues of orange, red, and yellow swirl across the surface, evoking a sense of dynamic movement and shifting light. The cooler tones of blues and blacks provide contrast, creating depth and intrigue. Chettle’s distinctive technique, where she applies the paint using only her hands, adds an organic, tactile quality to the work, making it both visceral and immersive. This piece beautifully represents her ability to blend color, form, and texture into an emotional and evocative abstract composition. About the Artist: As a California native (b. 1968, Los Angeles, CA), Kristy Chettle’s paintings explore reflective and thought-provoking themes of nature, transformation, and self-empowerment. Using only her hands and an occasional pallet knife, she paints in multiple layers, sometimes scraping off the paint with her fingers only to reapply a new color later, resulting in a deep texture and raw motion. Occasionally she scrawls her thoughts and emotions into the canvas or uses recycled paper or old screens...
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2010s Abstract Expressionist Kristy Chettle Art

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Wood, Oil

'Tuesday Morning' - Nude Woman Figurative - Oil on Reclaimed Wood
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
"Tuesday Morning," a striking piece by Kristy Chettle, marries the raw textures of reclaimed wood with the supple forms of the human body. The oil painting's elongated 57" x 19" canv...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Kristy Chettle Art

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Wood, Oil

"Reb Barn on the Ridge" by Chettle - Bold Textured Abstract Oil Painting
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968) "Red Barn on the Ridge" 2024 Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. In “Red Barn on the Ridge,” Kristy Ch...
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2010s Abstract Expressionist Kristy Chettle Art

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

"Koi Pond" by Kristy Chettle - Bright Textured Blue, Red, and Green Abstract
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968) "Koi Pond" 2024 Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. In Koi Pond, Kristy Chettle dissolves the boundari...
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2010s Abstract Expressionist Kristy Chettle Art

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

"Grace" by Kristy Chettle - White, Red, and Blue Contemporary Textured Abstract
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968) "Grace" 2022 Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. About the Artist: As a California native (b. 1968, Lo...
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2010s Abstract Expressionist Kristy Chettle Art

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

'Blue Vase' by Kristy Chettle - Blue, Yellow, and Red Fugurative Nude Still-Life
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968) "Blue Vase" 2022 Oil Paint, Reclaimed Wood, Wire The artist signed the back of the painting. The artwork "Blue Vase" by Kristy Chettle is a capt...
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2010s Contemporary Kristy Chettle Art

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Wire

'Ooh La La' - Contemporary Figurative Nude Woman - Black, Red, and Earth Tone
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968) "Ooh La La" 2024 Oil Paint, Wood, Wire The artist signed the back of the painting. In "Ooh La La," artist Kristy Chettle captures a raw and visc...
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2010s Contemporary Kristy Chettle Art

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Wire

"Love, Monterey" by Kristy Chettle - Blue, Orange, Red Modern Triptych Abstract
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968) "Love, Monterey" 2023 Oil Paint, Wood Panel The artist signed the back of each painting. In this 12" x 36" contemporary triptych, artist Kristy ...
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2010s Contemporary Kristy Chettle Art

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Oil, Wood Panel

"Her Universe" by Kristy Chettle - Green, Black, White, and Red Figurative Art
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968) "Her Universe" 2018 Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. Kristy Chettle's "Her Universe" is a 72" x 48"...
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2010s Contemporary Kristy Chettle Art

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

"I Matter" by Kristy Chettle - Black, Brown, and White Contemporary Abstract Art
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968) "I Matter" 2020 Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the bottom right of the painting. Kristy Chettle's "I Matter" is a 60" x 48"...
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2010s Contemporary Kristy Chettle Art

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

'Envious' by Kristy Chettle - Green and Blue Figurative Female Nude on Wood
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968) "Envious" 2023 Oil Paint, Wood, Wire The artist signed the back of the painting. "Envious" by Kristy Chettle is a striking contemporary figurati...
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2010s Contemporary Kristy Chettle Art

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Wire

'Lotus' by Kristy Chettle - Orange, Red, and Blue Abstract Lotus Flower Painting
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968) "Lotus" 2017 Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the painting. "Lotus" is a striking oil painting by Kristy Chettle,...
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2010s Contemporary Kristy Chettle Art

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

'Dances with Daffodils' - Yellow and Red Figurative Nude Woman on Reclaimed Wood
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968) "Dances with Daffodils" 2023 Oil Paint, Reclaimed Wood, Wire The artist signed the bottom left of the painting. This artwork by Kristy Chettle, ...
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2010s Contemporary Kristy Chettle Art

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Wire

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