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Kristy Chettle Paintings

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
"Untitled No. 27" - Large Textural Impasto Mixed Media Colorful Vibrant Abstract
"Untitled No. 27" - Large Textural Impasto Mixed Media Colorful Vibrant Abstract

"Untitled No. 27" - Large Textural Impasto Mixed Media Colorful Vibrant Abstract

By Kristy Chettle

Located in Carmel, CA

Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968) "Untitled No. 27" 2022 Oil Paint, Mixed Media, Mesh, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the artwork. "Untitled No. 27" showcas...

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2010s Abstract Kristy Chettle Paintings

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Oil, Canvas, Mixed Media, Stretcher Bars, Mesh

"Downtown" - Vibrant Colorful Contemporary Abstract Cityscape Oil Painting
"Downtown" - Vibrant Colorful Contemporary Abstract Cityscape Oil Painting

"Downtown" - Vibrant Colorful Contemporary Abstract Cityscape Oil Painting

By Kristy Chettle

Located in Carmel, CA

Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968) "Downtown" 2023 Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the bottom left and the back of the artwork. "Downtown" captures the pulse o...

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2010s Abstract Kristy Chettle Paintings

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"Blue Vase" - Vibrant Blue, Yellow, and Red Figurative Nude Painting on Wood
"Blue Vase" - Vibrant Blue, Yellow, and Red Figurative Nude Painting on Wood

"Blue Vase" - Vibrant Blue, Yellow, and Red Figurative Nude Painting on Wood

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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Wire

"I Matter" - Black, Brown, and White Textured Contemporary Abstract Oil Painting
"I Matter" - Black, Brown, and White Textured Contemporary Abstract Oil Painting

"I Matter" - Black, Brown, and White Textured Contemporary Abstract Oil Painting

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 Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

"Metro" - Large Colorful Contemporary Textured Impasto Mixed Media Abstract
"Metro" - Large Colorful Contemporary Textured Impasto Mixed Media Abstract

"Metro" - Large Colorful Contemporary Textured Impasto Mixed Media Abstract

By Kristy Chettle

Located in Carmel, CA

Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968) "Metro" 2023 Oil Paint, Mixed Media, Mesh, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the artwork. "Metro" captures the pulse of urban...

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2010s Abstract Kristy Chettle Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars, Mixed Media, Mesh

"Untitled" - Colorful Contemporary Large Figurative Nude Abstract Oil Painting
"Untitled" - Colorful Contemporary Large Figurative Nude Abstract Oil Painting

"Untitled" - Colorful Contemporary Large Figurative Nude Abstract Oil Painting

By Kristy Chettle

Located in Carmel, CA

Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968) "Untitled" 2024 Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars The artist signed the back of the artwork. In this evocative piece, "Untitled" embodies Kristy...

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2010s Contemporary Kristy Chettle Paintings

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"Reb Barn on the Ridge" - Abstract Expressionism Oil Painting in Cool Palette
"Reb Barn on the Ridge" - Abstract Expressionism Oil Painting in Cool Palette

"Reb Barn on the Ridge" - Abstract Expressionism Oil Painting in Cool Palette

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 Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

"Untitled No. 29" by Kristy Chettle - White, Blue, & Red Abstract Expressionist
"Untitled No. 29" by Kristy Chettle - White, Blue, & Red Abstract Expressionist

"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 Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

"Her Universe" by Kristy Chettle - Green, Black, White, and Red Figurative Art
"Her Universe" by Kristy Chettle - Green, Black, White, and Red Figurative Art

"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 Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

'Lotus' - Large Orange, Red, Blue, and White Abstract Lotus Flower Oil Painting
'Lotus' - Large Orange, Red, Blue, and White Abstract Lotus Flower Oil Painting

'Lotus' - Large Orange, Red, Blue, and White Abstract Lotus Flower Oil 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 Paintings

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Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars

"Ambivalent" - Large Textural Contemporary Figurative Nude Artwork on Wood
"Ambivalent" - Large Textural Contemporary Figurative Nude Artwork on Wood

"Ambivalent" - Large Textural Contemporary Figurative Nude Artwork on Wood

By Kristy Chettle

Located in Carmel, CA

Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968) "Ambivalent" 2019 Oil Paint, Reclaimed Wood, Wire The artist signed the back of the artwork. "Ambivalent" is a commanding, large-scale work pain...

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2010s Contemporary Kristy Chettle Paintings

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Wire

"Grace" by Kristy Chettle - White, Red, and Blue Contemporary Textured Abstract
"Grace" by Kristy Chettle - White, Red, and Blue Contemporary Textured Abstract

"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 Paintings

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"Dances with Daffodils" - Figurative Nude Woman in Red on Reclaimed Wood
"Dances with Daffodils" - Figurative Nude Woman in Red on Reclaimed Wood

"Dances with Daffodils" - Figurative Nude Woman in Red 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 Paintings

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Wire

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Kristy Chettle paintings for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Kristy Chettle paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Kristy Chettle in oil paint, paint, wood and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 21st century and contemporary and is mostly associated with the contemporary style. Not every interior allows for large Kristy Chettle paintings, so small editions measuring 20 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Joseph Glasco, Ben Georgia, and Neltje. Kristy Chettle paintings prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $7,500 and tops out at $15,000, while the average work can sell for $11,000.