THE ARTIST
Christie Toussaint
Born in Miami, Fl and raised in Cap-Haitien, Haiti, Christie is a self-taught contemporary mixed media artist. Her journey as a painter began while she was in search of self expression and a more profound connection with herself and the world.
Christie moved to the United States right around her teenage years. She is an alumnus from the University of South Florida where she studied Biomedical sciences and Art History throughout her undergraduate career. Most of her subject matter is suggestive but you can often find the female portrait as a constant theme in many of her artworks. Whilst her initial mediums of choice were oil and acrylic paints, she discovered a few years ago the joy of working with myriads of unconventional tools and materials in which she finds unrestrictive to create a true body of work that speaks to who she is.
Behind The Work
As a mixed media artist, I am drawn to the boundless possibilities of combining traditional and experimental techniques. To me, creatingartis a journey of self-discovery, where I get to explore and experiment with new techniques, colors, textures, and materials. Each medium offers its own unique qualities and challenges, which I embrace as part of my creative process. I find inspiration in the beauty of nature and the mysteries that it holds, as well as in the complexities and diversity of human experiences.
In The Beginning
My journey as a painter started with very humble beginnings, painting on my college bedroom floor. I wasn't aware of it at the time that art would be something I would pursue. But fast forward several years later, creating art has been one of my greatest source of joy and I hope to share it with the world. My art is about storytelling and inspiring new ideas while challenging conventional ways of thinking. Through my work, I hope to invite the viewer to see the world through a perspective that is rooted in my personal experiences and my understanding and connection with the experiences of others. I want to encourage the viewer to interact with each piece psychologically and emotionally, creating a deeper connection beyond its aesthetic appeal.
BECOMING-SOLO ART EXHIBITION
In her debut solo art show, Becoming, self-taught visual artist and creative director, Christie Toussaint introduced her work to the public. A fine art collection consisting mainly of her works completed in 2022.