Art by Christopher Bekins of Morro Bay, CA

Artist: Christopher Bekins – Morro Bay, CA Abstracts Art Exhibition – 2013 MyArtContest.com Since 1999 Christopher Bekins has been painting and taking workshops and classes.  His work has been in numerous shows and exhibitions.  In 2002 Christopher moved to the central coast of California to pursue painting full time.  He lives in Morro Bay, San Luis Obispo County, California with his wife Marlene, and their dog Barclay.

The Palette Knife
Christopher uses the palette knife to apply oil paint to the canvas.  The viscosity of oil paint allows it to be applied thickly.  His method of controlled blended paint smears and scrape marks results in vibrant, rich color and texture.
Title: Structure  Medium: oil on canvas  Size: 12" X 12"
Title: Structure
Medium: oil on canvas
Size: 12″ X 12″
Title: The Dance  Medium: oil on canvas on board  Size: 12" X 24"
Title: The Dance
Medium: oil on canvas on board
Size: 12″ X 24″
Title: Golden Light  Medium: oil on canvas on board  Size: 9" X 12"
Title: Golden Light
Medium: oil on canvas on board
Size: 9″ X 12″
Title: Garden  Medium: oil on canvas on board  Size: 24" X 12"
Title: Garden
Medium: oil on canvas on board
Size: 24″ X 12″
Title: Autumn Wind  Medium: oil on canvas on board  Size: 12" x 24"
Title: Autumn Wind
Medium: oil on canvas on board
Size: 12″ x 24″