James Christensen ' The Listener' There are two types of people-those who wait to talk and those who listen. -Anonymous In the Dolby® surround sound of our daily lives, we all have to find our own mute button. "Since a painting has no soundtrack, the title character at the center of The Listener has found the best way to shut off all the noise in the visual cacophony around him by closing his eyes," Christensen says. "Listening to his still, small, inner-voice, he remains centered without being overcome. We can all find peace in this busy world, but sometimes need to be reminded that we are in charge of our destiny and each of us has the ability to focus without being pushed and pulled as victims." The characters found in the colorful "noise" around the listener in this painting take many forms including politicians, mothers-in-law, musicians, and famous artists can you find Picasso? Through it all, our listener ignores the noise in favor of his own personal tranquility. Image size: 20"w x 20"h. Edition Size:350 Published from the artist's original work. Price: £125.00
James Christensen 'Visitation/Preoccupation' How often do we find ourselves too preoccupied within our own little worlds to realize when something truly momentous is happening outside of them? Are we paying enough attention to those around us to really hear what they are saying? Jim Christensen created this series "Winged Words" to poke fun at people (using barbed wire) and get them to realize, "Yeah, I do that, too." In this extreme example, a very self-important individual, in all his pomp and finery, fails to realize the heavenly nature of his visitor because he's just not listening. In Latin, the angel says, "I am dead." The man's response to his rather uncommon occurrence, "How do you like my clothes?" underscores how little he is paying attention. The pear in the man's hand, one bite taken-bordering on the over-ripe, is a reminder that we may not have all the time we think we do to amend these failures in communication. Image size: 21 1/4"w x 16"h. Edition Size:750 Published from the artist's original work. Price: £110.00
James Christensen 'Balancing Act' Like The Burden of the Responsible Man, this is a very autobiographical piece. I just didn't know how I could balance another thing in my life, and then, bingo, this idea came into my head. Life is a balance between fun and work, spiritual qualities, education, nutrition
our lives are continuously balancing acts. Of course, some of us make it a little more complex by putting our only balancing foot on the back of a moving turtle. Why are there three clocks in the image? Because we're always balancing time. There are many specific symbols in the image. Most of them are far from obscure, but the little neat secrets include a king statue, the symbol of the omnipresence of politics and government. The skull is a spring hare skull, with a little label that reads "spring hare - lost race." It's a joke, but it also symbolizes mortality. The owl and the pussycat represent marriage, which is a major balancing act. The Latin in the image means "Equilibrium (balance) is to be desired." In other words, as long as you remain upright, you're okay. Those are just a few things, but everything here means something. What do they mean to you? BALANCING ACT, LIMITED EDITION PRINT Image size: 19"w x 24.75"h. Edition Size:3000 Published from the artist's original work. Price: £130.00
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James Christensen 'The Bassoonist' Edition Size:2500 Published from the artist's original work. THIS IS NOW SOLD OUT AT THE PUBLISHER
James Christensen 'Cecelia' 23-Karat Gold Leaf, hand applied by James C. Christensen's own Magic Fish Studio, completes the Masterwork Canvas of this stunning exploration of the texture, surface and richness of paint. Named for the artist's newest grandchild, Cecelia, this angel will grace any setting with a sense of delicacy and wonder.This large, vertical canvas is heaven sent for that unique vertical space in your home. The Limited Edition Print is Foil-Enhanced so that it, too, replicates the radiant "halo" effect of Christensen's original painting. Each edition represents Greenwich Workshop Fine Art at its finest Image size: 8 5/8"w x 26 1/8"h. Edition Size:350 Published from the artist's original work. September 2005
James Christensen 'The Bride' Master storyteller James C. Christensen's The Bride is a beautifully detailed homage to the traditions and folklore of the wedding day.The stage for this joyous vision in a pastel palate is set in a Christensen fantasy world, as we join a maiden and her unusual wedding party sailing into destiny. Richly layered nuptial symbolism awaits your discovery: something old (the ruins in the background), something new (the egg on the pillow), something borrowed (a tan girl from Baroque artist Diego Velázquez), something blue (the flowing ribbon in the bride's hair, a symbol of purity from ancient Israel).That's only the beginning! Much like the art of marriage itself, Christensen's The Bride promises years of unfolding pleasures. Image size: 18 7/8"w x 15"h. Edition Size:450 Published from the artist's original work. May 2005
James Christensen 'Isabella' This striking portrait is the likeness of Isabella Grimaldi, a patrician of the arts. The character of Isabella was born from the world of Saints and Angels, James Christensen's exploration and creation of an alter-ego, an obscure Flemish painter known only as The Master of the Enoch Altarpiece. "The Master was able to make a living only through the support of his patrons, and Isabella was one of the foremost patricians of his entire career," explains James. "It was customary at the time for the wealthy to request their portraits take on the literal characteristics of angels. With Isabella, her wings suggested much more to the Master, as she served as a inspiration in his calling. The love of art and encouragement of promising talent is a dance which allows this circle of creation to persevere." Image size: 9 7/8"w x 15"h. Edition Size:750 Published from the artist's original work. October 2003
James Christensen 'Portrait With Red Berries' "By divine accident, this splendid impression of beauty, fleeting and frail, shall forever remain the embodiment of grace." -Anonymous There are times when a brief passing moment can hold a special place in our subconscious. Seeing someone for the first time can be such an occasion. And although the view may have lasted only an instant, our mind has a way of filling in what the eye didn't see, creating an impression that can linger forever... Size:550 Published from the artist's original work. June 2003
James Christensen 'When Faeries Talk To Fishes' - Hand Colored Print From the Magic Fish Studio, the home of James Christensen, comes this sophisticated yet whimsical piece of fine art. It sprang to life as an unfinished verse in the artist's sketchbook: "When Faeries talk with Fishes, both express their wishes When Fishes talk to Faeries, the conversation varies..." Soon a drawing appeared above the unfinished lines of the poem. The magic of the initial muse carried over into the decision to create the work as an original stone lithograph. It is a stone lithograph because James actually drew the image on a 300 lb. limestone. This is all the more impressive considering the image is created in reverse onto the stone. The image is transferred from the stone onto a sheet of fine watercolor paper by hand on a lithographic press. The final stone lithograph is considered original because this image does not exist as we see it until the lithograph is produced. Hand-tinting original stone lithographs predate color printing. That the color work on each is added by hand enhances the concept of each being an original; no two are exactly alike. Further, we are able to offer the lithograph tinted with either amber or pastel hues. A Hand-Tinted Original Stone Lithograph Edition Size: 200 Published from the artist's original work. June 2003
James Christensen 'Touching The Hem Of God' Image size: 26"w x 17 1/4"h. Edition Size:750 Published from the artist's original work. March 2003
James Christensen 'Sleeper Lost In Dreams' "We are, each of us, angels with only one wing. And we can only fly embracing each other." - Luciano De Crescenzo In dreams, it is said that wings represent a release of creative forces, that they give us the ability to understand and transcend the human condition. In religion, wings appear on angels, fairies, spirits and demons. In mythology, winged creatures are often messengers of the gods; they are a symbol of freedom and spirituality and a character having one wing is said to be lost in dreams. This latest release from James C. Christensen has the power to both provoke and inspire. Image size: 18 1/8"w x 11 3/8"h. Edition Size:550 Published from the artist's original work. January 2003
James Christensen 'Ten Lepers' "And one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned back, and with a loud voice glorified God, And fell down on his face at his feet, giving him thanks: and he was a Samaritan. And Jesus answering said, Were there not ten cleansed? but where are the nine? There are not found that returned to give glory to God, save this stranger. And he said unto him, Arise, go thy way: thy faith hath made thee whole." Luke 17:15-19 As he did with The Widow's Mite, James Christensen interprets one of the Bible's more powerful stories and presents us with an image of elegance, grace and beauty. At the same time he engages us in one of the higher promises of art: provoking thought. In fact, the art of reflection is at the core of the painting's message. The Ten Lepers were a group of men cured of their disease through one of Christ's miracles. Their tattered wrappings suggest what was, until this moment, their illness. Of the ten, nine are too preoccupied celebrating their new lease on life to think of anything else, much yet thank him. The tenth, at this moment, grasps truly what has occurred. He is the only one that returns to acknowledge the Master. This image provides an inspiring reminder to take a moment from our fast-paced world and reflect on what we have to be thankful for. And, just as importantly, to take the time to show this gratitude. Image size: 34"w x 15"h. Edition Size:550 Published from the artist's original work. September 2002
James Christensen 'Faith, Hope And Charity' Inspired by a recent mural project, James Christensen set out on an awfully big adventure. Wanting to do something grand and romantic while exploring the texture, surface and richness of paint, James chose for his subject three of Paul's greatest virtues - in the form of three women. "This piece is a little bit of a departure," Jim says. "But these gifts of the spirit are important qualities for us to remind each other about." The words in gold leaf identify the three as their names appear in the original Greek Biblical text. "And now abideth faith, hope, charity, these three; but the greatest of these is charity." - I Corinthians 13:13 Image size: 29"w x 22"h. Edition Size:550 Published from the artist's original work. July 2002
James Christensen 'Faery Tales' Across the sea of imagination, in the land of "Once Upon a Time," there exists the island home of Faery Tales. James Christensen gives us a glimpse into the daily life of twenty-four of the world's most popular stories. The Emperor is resplendent in his new clothes, Cinderella dances with her Prince, the Three Bears return home to find an unexpected guest and Rapunzel lets her hair down. How many others do you recognize? All generations of any family can find common ground in this bright and cheery ode to the ever fascinating, fantasy world of our youth. Teach your children or grandchildren your favorites and learn some new ones at the same time! Included with each print or canvas is a key to all the faery tales in the image. Enjoy! Image size: 28"w x 22"h. Edition Size:1250 Published from the artist's original work. October 2001
James Christensen The Pelican King And The Prince Image size: 9 1/8"w x 13 1/4"h. Edition Size:750 Published from the artist's original work. January 2001
James Christensen 'Queen Mab In The Ruins 'W/Figurines' - Collectors Edition Edition Size:150 Published from the artist's original work. April 2000
James Christensen 'Flight Of The Fablemaker' - Remarque Edition Size:300 Published from the artist's original work. November 1999
James Christensen 'Parables' Edition Size:353 Published from the artist's original work. May 1999
James Christensen 'A Man And His Dog' A man and his "dog" enjoy a time-honored relationship in which both parties accept each other's flaws and peculiarities. The gentleman portrayed here might assert that his waistcoat is properly buttoned, each sock is in place, and the items in his pocket are delicious doggie treats for his canine companion, yet his "pet" would never quibble. Indeed, this "dog" could easily break the tie that binds him to his master-the leash is far from strong-but he chooses to remain by his side. Our "Professor of Imagination," James C. Christensen, advises us to assess our relationships without getting bogged down in details. "I think we can be happy with our perceptions of ourselves if we can honestly say, 'Nothing I'm doing is importantly wrong' ". . . and if we can say the same of our friends. Image size: 13.75"w x 16.5"h. Edition Size:950 Published from the artist's original work. Feb 1999
James Christensen 'A Lawyer More Than Adequately Attired' Christensen's new print inspires closer examination....this stout attorney is adorned with lots of legal mischief. Just some of the touches: his assistant gives him enough rope to hang himself (or his clients!), he has an ample supply of loopholes sewn onto his coat, he is covered in that infamous fine print we all ignore-and much more. This print comes with its own "notice of Discovery and Inspection" document that reveals all. Image size: 16"w x 20.875"h. Edition Size:950 Published from the artist's original work. May 1998
James Christensen 'Benediction' "Blessed is the little fish," says this angel in Latin (with her words printed in gold!). Reminiscent of his classical etching style, this print offers yet another facet of Christensen's artistic range. Image size: 19.5"w x 14.875"h. Edition Size:950 Published from the artist's original work. March 1998
James Christensen 'Superstitions' Limited Edition Print W/ Booklet & Key Wish upon a falling star, beware of the black cat and 69 superstitions? "Life is a precarious business. Small wonder, then that our ancient forebears were keen to stack the cosmic deck. If you've ever heard that secret voice inside you says: pick up that luck penny . . . what could it hurt?, then you share something with me and most of the human family," says Christensen. A free booklet with each print explains all 72 superstitions. Image size: 25.5"w x 33.5"h. Edition Size:2500 Published from the artist's original work. December 1997
James Christensen 'Even as He Stopped Wobbling, Wendall Knew He Had a Delemma' Image size: 15"w x 12"h. Edition Size:950 Published from the artist's original work. April 1997
James Christensen 'Court Of The Faeries' Image size: 36"w x 25.5"h. Edition Size:3500 Published from the artist's original work. October 1996
James Christensen 'One Light' Edition Size:1500 Published from the artist's original work. March 1996
James Christensen 'Serenade For An Orange Cat' Edition Size:3000 Published from the artist's original work. April1995
James Christensen 'Piscatorial Percussionist' Edition Size:3000 Published from the artist's original work. April 1995
James Christensen 'Sisters Of The Sea' Image size: 30"w x 21.5"h. Edition Size:2000 Published from the artist's original work. Feb 1995
James Christensen 'Parables' - Remarque Edition Size: 353 Published from the artist's original work. May 1999
James Christensen 'Superstitions' - Remarque Wish upon a falling star, beware of the black cat and 69 superstitions? "Life is a precarious business. Small wonder, then that our ancient forebears were keen to stack the cosmic deck. If you've ever heard that secret voice inside you says: pick up that luck penny . . . what could it hurt?, then you share something with me and most of the human family," says Christensen. A free booklet with each print explains all 72 superstitions. Image size: 25.5"w x 33.5"h. Edition Size:2500 Published from the artist's original work. December 1997