"Acosta's approach. . . endowing the everyday with the spiritual."
Lee Musgrave, Maryhill Museum of Art, 2006
"Movement and emotion (are) dominant themes, with paintings so loose and colorful they seem to leap from the canvas. . . magic"
Paint Decor, winter 2004
Cristina Acosta is a vibrant and prolific
artist whose lush, magical style conveys a sense of joyous
spirit. She applies her artistic vision to a variety of
mediums, receiving national acclaim for her artwork. Her
artistry has been and is featured in a variety of book and
magazines, museums and galleries.
Cristina is a classically trained
painter. A life-long artist, Cristina has been working
professionally since her teenage years. Though her formal
education includes a BFA in Fine Arts from the University of
Oregon in Eugene, she has since created work in a variety
of mediums. Her experience includes two years as a oudoor
advertising billboard mural and letter arts, teaching art for 5 years at the college
level and owning a artisan ceramic tile business for almost a
decade, successfully placing her signature line of ceramic tiles with Ann
Sacks Tile & Stone and selected Home Depot stores. She licensed images for a variety
of products. She has illustrated a children's book (When Woman Became the Sea), written
her own painting book (Paint
Happy!), and continually writes and contributes to a
variety of magazines, including a home decor column for Latina
Style magazine. She operates a business as a interior design
color consultant, both residential and commercial.
When she's taking a break from her work Cristina loves to share a variety of sports with her friends and family. She's an avid downhill and skate skier, and windsurfer. She enjoys riding her bikes and hiking or walking. Her enthusiasms have included horse-back riding (English & Western), and boogie boarding when she's anywhere near the beach.
An intuitive cook, she loves to create unique recipes.
She explores everything from artisan breads to regional chili
sauces.
Born in Los Angeles, she now resides in Bend, Oregon with her family.
To learn more about Cristina read her Books & Articles, Press & Publications List, Bio and Resume, and her Lifestyle pages. Contact Cristina Acosta Art & Design
LLC
"...well-tuned talents . . . infused with the vivid palette of
her heritage."
The Oregonian, Dec. 2005
"...an artist who loves to
play with colorful paints and texture."
Decorate With Paint, Nov. 2002
"Cristina Acosta does illustrations with a look -- a bright,
whimsical, happy look."
Woman's Day Kitchen & Bath, June 1997
"The rich colors and vivid
patterns of Acosta's illustration. . . an irresistible
package."
Kirkus Reviews, Sept. 1998
"Works of modern art. . . sport a loose playful style."
Better Home & Gardens, Home Product Guide, Fall/Winter 1995
"Joyful spirit and
colorful composition."
Better Homes & Gardens Home Products Guide, Fall/Winter 1994
"...vivid, eclectic design. . ."
Latina Magazine, Dec/Jan 1997
". . . playful design. . . pulsating color."
Country Kitchens, Spring 1999
