Chris is a well-known artist, tutor, and judge in the Sunshine Coast art community, with more than 32 years' experience teaching art.  
 
Chris's acquaintance with the 'black dog' (depression and extreme anxiety) started many years ago, when he became a lone parent of two sons following his marriage breakdown. Luckily, his latent art talent came to the rescue, and Chris discovered that painting (often late into the night) gave him inner peace and control.  
 
Happily painting in either oil or pastel, Chris has taught in many workshops for art societies around Australia and overseas. In 2004, he was awarded Master Pastelist by the Pastel Society of Australia.

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One of the great joys of living on the Sunshine Coast is spending time on our beautiful beaches. It was a warm summer's morning when I took this photograph of a woman exercising her playful dogs. I enjoyed recreating this moment in oils, and hope it resonates with other dog lovers.