Kristy Chettle Paintings
American, b. 1982
Kristy Chettle (b. 1968, Bellflower, CA) is a dynamic abstract artist who paints using only her hands. She works in a sort of “focused frenzy”, painting expressive works
deep with bold colors in complex layers. After earning a degree in Art
Design, she
began her professional career as a graphic designer and now seeks to deconstruct
the confines of modern media. As a California native, she is compelled to explore
themes such as nature, metamorphosis, and personal growth, which are reflective of
the ever-changing environment of the region.
Using a vibrant and sometimes unexpected color pallet, Chettle’s work is expressive featuring heavy strokes and dramatic motion. Using multiple layers she creates
a complex, almost tactile surface, inviting the viewer to dive into the painting and
explore its depths. The artist sees her style as a liberation from the rigid rules of
marketing, yet she intuitively implements the disciplines she was taught.
Working primarily with complimentary colors, her paintings are lively and raw with color vibrating throughout from layers deep within the work. Kristy has been a professional abstract artist for many years. Her artwork hangs in the homes of those who appreciate art that reflects expressive motion and color with thick layers of texture and meaning. Inspired by some of the greats—Picasso and Van Gogh in particular—she aspires to replicate the depth and life that their works portray.to
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Artist: Kristy Chettle
"Reb Barn on the Ridge" - Abstract Expressionism Oil Painting in Cool Palette
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968)
"Red Barn on the Ridge" 2024
Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars
The artist signed the back of the painting.
In “Red Barn on the Ridge,” Kristy Ch...
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2010s Abstract Expressionist Kristy Chettle Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
"Grace" by Kristy Chettle - White, Red, and Blue Contemporary Textured Abstract
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968)
"Grace" 2022
Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars
The artist signed the back of the painting.
About the Artist:
As a California native (b. 1968, Lo...
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2010s Abstract Expressionist Kristy Chettle Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
"Untitled" - Colorful Contemporary Large Figurative Nude Abstract Oil Painting
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968)
"Untitled" 2024
Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars
The artist signed the back of the artwork.
In this evocative piece, "Untitled" embodies Kristy...
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2010s Contemporary Kristy Chettle Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas, Stretcher Bars
"Ambivalent" - Large Textural Contemporary Figurative Nude Artwork on Wood
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968)
"Ambivalent" 2019
Oil Paint, Reclaimed Wood, Wire
The artist signed the back of the artwork.
"Ambivalent" is a commanding, large-scale work pain...
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2010s Contemporary Kristy Chettle Paintings
Materials
Wire
"Metro" - Large Colorful Contemporary Textured Impasto Mixed Media Abstract
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968)
"Metro" 2023
Oil Paint, Mixed Media, Mesh, Canvas, Stretcher Bars
The artist signed the back of the artwork.
"Metro" captures the pulse of urban...
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2010s Abstract Kristy Chettle Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars, Mixed Media, Mesh
"Highway 68" - Contemporary Textured Landscape Abstract Oil on Reclaimed Wood
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968)
"Highway 68" 2025
Oil paint on reclaimed wood
The artist signed the bottom left and the back of the artwork.
In this work, Kristy Chettle transf...
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2010s Contemporary Kristy Chettle Paintings
Materials
Wire
"Downtown" - Vibrant Colorful Contemporary Abstract Cityscape Oil Painting
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968)
"Downtown" 2023
Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars
The artist signed the bottom left and the back of the artwork.
"Downtown" captures the pulse o...
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2010s Abstract Kristy Chettle Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
"Sunrise Beyond the River" by Kristy Chettle - Earth Tone Abstract Oil on Wood
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968)
"Sunrise Beyond the River" 2024
Oil Paint, Wood
The artist signed the back of the painting.
This striking 22" x 38" abstract oil painting by Kristy Chettle captures the raw energy of nature through vibrant, expressive color. Painted directly onto reclaimed wood, the artwork showcases her unique approach to using natural materials, allowing the texture of the wood grain to become an integral part of the piece. The rich, fiery hues of orange, red, and yellow swirl across the surface, evoking a sense of dynamic movement and shifting light. The cooler tones of blues and blacks provide contrast, creating depth and intrigue. Chettle’s distinctive technique, where she applies the paint using only her hands, adds an organic, tactile quality to the work, making it both visceral and immersive. This piece beautifully represents her ability to blend color, form, and texture into an emotional and evocative abstract composition.
About the Artist:
As a California native (b. 1968, Los Angeles, CA), Kristy Chettle’s paintings explore reflective and thought-provoking themes of nature, transformation, and self-empowerment.
Using only her hands and an occasional pallet knife, she paints in multiple layers, sometimes scraping off the paint with her fingers only to reapply a new color later, resulting in a deep texture and raw motion. Occasionally she scrawls her thoughts and emotions into the canvas or uses recycled paper or old screens...
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2010s Abstract Expressionist Kristy Chettle Paintings
Materials
Wood, Oil
"Love, Monterey" - Blue, Orange, Red Triptych Abstract Oil Painting On Wood
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968)
"Love, Monterey" 2023
Oil Paint, Wood Panel
The artist signed the back of each painting.
In this 12" x 36" contemporary triptych, artist Kristy ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Kristy Chettle Paintings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
"Blue Vase" - Vibrant Blue, Yellow, and Red Figurative Nude Painting on Wood
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968)
"Blue Vase" 2022
Oil Paint, Reclaimed Wood, Wire
The artist signed the back of the painting.
The artwork "Blue Vase" by Kristy Chettle is a capt...
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2010s Contemporary Kristy Chettle Paintings
Materials
Wire
"Untitled No. 27" - Large Textural Impasto Mixed Media Colorful Vibrant Abstract
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968)
"Untitled No. 27" 2022
Oil Paint, Mixed Media, Mesh, Canvas, Stretcher Bars
The artist signed the back of the artwork.
"Untitled No. 27" showcas...
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2010s Abstract Kristy Chettle Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas, Mixed Media, Stretcher Bars, Mesh
Ooh La La
- Figurative Nude Woman - Black, Red, and Earth Tone Oil Painting
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968)
"Ooh La La" 2024
Oil Paint, Wood, Wire
The artist signed the back of the painting.
In "Ooh La La," artist Kristy Chettle captures a raw and visc...
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2010s Contemporary Kristy Chettle Paintings
Materials
Wire
"Untitled No. 29" by Kristy Chettle - White, Blue,
Red Abstract Expressionist
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968)
"Untitled No. 29" 2024
Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars
The artist signed the back of the painting.
A captivating exploration of color, texture, and movement, "Untitled No. 29" is a 48" x 48" oil on canvas by contemporary artist Kristy Chettle. This striking abstract work features a harmonious blend of soft blues, whites, and grays, energized by dynamic bursts of yellow, orange, and red. Chettle’s expressive brushwork and layering techniques create an ethereal sense of depth, drawing the viewer into its vibrant and emotive surface. The painting’s gestural marks and textured passages evoke a balance between spontaneity and intentionality, inviting introspection and interpretation.
Perfect for modern interiors, "Untitled No. 29" is a bold yet tranquil statement piece, ideal for collectors who appreciate contemporary abstraction and the legacy of Abstract Expressionism. Chettle’s masterful use of oil paint offers both visual energy and a calming atmosphere, making this work a versatile addition to any collection.
About the Artist:
As a California native (b. 1968, Los Angeles, CA), Kristy Chettle’s paintings explore reflective and thought-provoking themes of nature, transformation, and self-empowerment.
Using only her hands and an occasional pallet knife, she paints in multiple layers, sometimes scraping off the paint with her fingers only to reapply a new color later, resulting in a deep texture and raw motion. Occasionally she scrawls her thoughts and emotions into the canvas or uses recycled paper or old screens...
Category
2010s Abstract Expressionist Kristy Chettle Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
Envious
- Vibrant Green and Blue Figurative Female Nude Oil Painting on Wood
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968)
"Envious" 2023
Oil Paint, Wood, Wire
The artist signed the back of the painting.
"Envious" by Kristy Chettle is a striking contemporary figurati...
Category
2010s Contemporary Kristy Chettle Paintings
Materials
Wire
Lotus
- Large Orange, Red, Blue, and White Abstract Lotus Flower Oil Painting
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968)
"Lotus" 2017
Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars
The artist signed the back of the painting.
"Lotus" is a striking oil painting by Kristy Chettle,...
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2010s Contemporary Kristy Chettle Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
"Dances with Daffodils" - Figurative Nude Woman in Red on Reclaimed Wood
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968)
"Dances with Daffodils" 2023
Oil Paint, Reclaimed Wood, Wire
The artist signed the bottom left of the painting.
This artwork by Kristy Chettle, ...
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2010s Contemporary Kristy Chettle Paintings
Materials
Wire
"I Matter" - Black, Brown, and White Textured Contemporary Abstract Oil Painting
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968)
"I Matter" 2020
Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars
The artist signed the bottom right of the painting.
Kristy Chettle's "I Matter" is a 60" x 48"...
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2010s Contemporary Kristy Chettle Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
"Her Universe" by Kristy Chettle - Green, Black, White, and Red Figurative Art
By Kristy Chettle
Located in Carmel, CA
Kristy Chettle (American, born 1968)
"Her Universe" 2018
Oil Paint, Canvas, Stretcher Bars
The artist signed the back of the painting.
Kristy Chettle's "Her Universe" is a 72" x 48"...
Category
2010s Contemporary Kristy Chettle Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil, Stretcher Bars
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Find a wide variety of authentic Kristy Chettle paintings available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Kristy Chettle in oil paint, paint, wood and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 21st century and contemporary and is mostly associated with the contemporary style. Not every interior allows for large Kristy Chettle paintings, so small editions measuring 20 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Joseph Glasco, Ben Georgia, and Neltje. Kristy Chettle paintings prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $7,500 and tops out at $15,000, while the average work can sell for $11,000.