Cristine Kuckelman (b. 1978) is an emerging abstract painter living and working just outside of Washington, D.C.. Cristine’s practice surrounds her connection to the physical world, using nature as a vehicle for creativity. Her work is tactile, influenced by materials and texture; a medium through which she seeks to capture the essence of the natural world. Canvases are created out of the accumulation of landscapes, memories, and emotions experienced when interacting with the world around us. Each piece is meant to evoke a sensory experience with textures that match the organic forms and colors found outside our walls. Cristine desires her art to inspire a feeling of peace, wonder, and appreciation for all that nature provides.