Chris Hayman
American · b. 1964
Abstract Expressionist Painting
DESCRIPTION
Born in 1964 in New York City, Chris Hayman (also known as Christine Hayman) is a Northern California-based abstract painter. Her work is characterized by vigorous brushwork and a deep engagement with the landscape and negative space. Having been trained as a classical pianist, she cites music as a major influence on her rhythmic compositions. Her process often involves applying thick layers of oil paint with palette knives and scraping back into the surface to reveal underlying colors and energy.