Christine Provard-Artist

Christine is a well-known seascape artist residing in New Bern, North Carolina.  Her coastal landscapes and depictions of local wildlife reflect her love for her adopted coastal home of eastern North Carolina.  

Originally from Ohio, Christine retired from a career in nursing in 2017 and relocated to New Bern with her husband Rick in 2018. Together they spend time exploring the Eastern coastline, where she finds inspiration for her art at the “water’s edge”.

“I’ve always been happiest at the water’s edge.  I love painting there as I find my peace and joy in the connection with the water and shore. 

I have a quote that says, ‘where the sea meets soul’, and that sums up the heart of my art, too.”   

A member of the North Carolina Watercolor Society, and the North Carolina and Coastal Carolina Plein Air groups, she has exhibited her work throughout North Carolina and Ohio.  In addition to watercolor, she enjoys exploring creativity in oils and mixed media. 

Christine’s work is available at the Bank of the Arts and Ballantyne’s Art and Framing in New Bern,  a new member at the Broad Strokes Gallery in Oriental.

I also have work at the Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center in Morehead City and on Harkers Island.  I have work  at the Community Council for the Arts in Kinston, NC.

Christine is a popular local watercolor instructor and is available for commissions.

Christine Provard  440-477-7317

christineprovard.com

Please watch for information about upcoming shows in Ohio in October.

I will also be on the New Bern Studio Tour in November.  More information to come.

Thank you so much for stopping by my website!

Jim Pratt  from Avon Ohio says:  

 “We absolutely love this incredible piece of artwork – it’s the perfect addition to our wine cellar. It adds such depth and personality to the room. You can really feel the heart and talent behind it. It’s a treasure and absolutely worth the investment."

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At this time, this site shows some of my current work available   You will need to contact me by my email: clyowell52@gmail.com to inquire about the painting or others works you have seen or see here. You can also check to see about a commission work.  

At the bottom of my site, you can scroll to see more work that may or may not still be available.

Print and Card Prices

My prints are 5x7" matted to fit a standard 8" x 10" frame.   Prints are $24 for this size.  (2 for $35)

The 8x10" are matted to 11x14" and are $35 each. (2 for $50)

My cards are 5" x 7" ($7.00 each) The packs of 4" x 6" cards (4 pack of similar picture) for $12.00

Small packs of 5 (different cards) are sold in an assorted pack) and are $10.00 each.

Please let me know if you are interested in ordering any!  

(Please email me if you want any cards or prints.  Also if you interested in any of my work shown here.)

 Don't forget to stop in the galleries I am currently showing work.

I was very blessed to be commissioned to paint "Jimmy" for Nautical Wheelers in Downtown New Bern.  Please stop by and visit him on Craven Street!  Also, stop and shop at this great store too!

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 Testimonials:

 Barbara Jones, Michigan "Christine's artwork makes me feel happy!  We own thirteen of her watercolors ranging in subject from seascapes to birds to farm scenes.  We commissioned  three large paintings of our family farm which are wonderful reminders of years gone by.  She also offers such a wide variety of ways to enjoy her work from originals to prints to note cards.  Everyone can enjoy her wonderful talent! " 

Shari Johnston, Newark, Ohio

" I have been a friend and fellow artist alongside Chris for many years. Her passionate pursuit of living full and authentically informs each work of art she completes. There is a deep pressing in to the natural beauty that surrounds us that makes Chris’s art unique and soul filling. I own several of her original watercolors. My personal favorites are her shore birds, coastal ponies, and beautiful seascapes. I can feel the love and passion that is fully present in her work through her use of color and composition, and it transports me to my most beloved places. Chris and her husband fully treasure the majesty of their coastal environment, and that passion and care go into her paintings and into his hand built frames and beautiful matting. Together they are true artisans that put a piece of their heart in every completed work. "

 Ellen Sutliff, originally from New Bern, NC

 "Christine is such a talented artist! She makes nature come alive on canvas in a natural and beautiful way. I love photographing the birds and Christine has used my photographs a few times creating amazing paintings!" 

Helen Frederick, New Bern, NC 

My husband and I entered the art world late in life.  While in the process of learning this new universe, we saw the talents of Christine and became inspired to pay attention to what is out there.  While deciding on what truly spoke to us, we got to know her.  Christine's personality comes through in her paintings.  She doesn't limit herself.  Her enthusiasm is as infectious as her talents are evident.  Her husband , Rick, finishes the works with his capable hands and keen eyes as to what frame and mats will compliment her works of art.  She encourages us to find our inner artist.  We now have multiple paintings from her in different mediums.  Every day we take pleasure in the feelings her works evoke.