Growing up in Stockton California, I spent my childhood exploring the forests, mountains, and beaches of northern California, and the big cities of the Bay Area . My early fascination with the natural world has lived on into adulthood and can be found in my work today. I'm inspired by nature, cultures, literature, mythology, paganism, history, science, and travel. At the heart of my work I explore the human need to be in the peace of natural places. Working with paint, ink, metal and clay, I bring my envisioned world to life.

 

One of my goals is to remind the viewer of our connection to the natural world, and the roots we share with each other.

 

I have had my work in shops and galleries since 2016, and began teaching art in 2018. In 2021 I began traveling and selling my work through the fine art festival circuit.

 

In May of 2020 I moved to Utah and currently reside in Clearfield.

-Chrystal Dawn