"Riomaggiore"

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 NC 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”.  

In New Bern, Christine’s work can be seen at both the Community Artist Gallery and Studios and the Bank of the Arts. Her art is also available at the Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center in Morehead City and Harker’s Island, North Carolina.

Recently juried into the 2020 North Carolina Watercolor Society Show, Christine also has exhibited art in the Twin Rivers Art Association Annual Show, the Studio Tour and the Bank of the Arts Critter Show. She is a member of both North Carolina and Coastal Carolina Plein Air groups. She has studied under watercolorists Barney Cole and Tony Couch, among others. In addition to watercolor, she enjoys exploring creativity in oils and mixed media.

She also is available for commissioned work.

At this time, my site will show my examples of my work.  You will need to contact me by my email: clyowell52@gmail.com to inquire about availability  or the painting or a commission work.  

My prints are 5x7" matted to fit a standard 8" x 10" frame.  My cards are 5" x 7" ($7.00) and set of 4" x 6" cards in a 4 pack of similar picture for $12.00

Jon and Wendy Densmore, Florida "We bought our first painting from Chris in the Fall of 2013 and now we have 22 paintings of which all but 4 are originals. We love her work and what we  have ranges from lighthouses, to the sea, to fall paintings and much more. Most recently we had her do a commissioned piece for our son of our hometown Perry, OH from the late 1800s. What has drawn us to her work is her attention to detail along with the vibrancy and clarity  of her work."

Connie Johnston, Ohio  

Over the past 30 years, I have had the beautiful privilege of watching Christine Provard evolve into a highly skilled artist. Her versatility and eye for detail is amazing. Simply put….art is Christine’s passion!  I am blessed to own several of her originals, varying in size and mediums. Christine’s husband is very talented as well, making beautiful wood frames for her paintings. And if you’re looking for something original, she loves the challenge of commissioned assignments. Trust me, whatever she creates for you, you’ll consider it an heirloom to pass down for generations.

Dave Baker, Concord, Ohio  

 "I have the honor and regular enjoyment of owning no less than 7 different pieces of Christine's creative inspirations. From water color and oil, to driftwood, each blessing conveys the beautiful spirit of the artist's fervor for the beauty and grace in God's creation."