For over a decade, I’ve been captivated by the beautiful chaos found in marinas. Every summer aboard our sailboat, I sketch, paint, and reflect on the abstract shapes that catch my eye—lines crisscrossing, looping, and tangling in unexpected ways. Over time, these impressions naturally flowed into my artwork.

What emerged was a series driven by bold, clean lines—compositions that aren’t pre-planned but built intuitively, guided by what I see and feel in the moment. My inner voice leads the way, responding to the dynamic interplay of shapes and space.

Inspired by years of sailing the Pacific Northwest, my seascapes echo the rhythm and movement of the ocean— the sway of the tide and the shifting horizon. These paintings capture the fluid energy of being at sea, offering a sense of motion and freedom.

The same expressive energy can be found in my Florals, where lines and shapes intersect in spontaneous ways to create compositions that feel alive—joyful bursts of color and form that invite curiosity and uplift the spirit.

Whether I’m painting boats, water, or blooms, the common thread is a playful approach to abstraction and a deep love for line, movement, and emotion.

If you share my passion for art, I invite you to join my artistic journey on Instagram @christysverreart. You're also welcome to visit my studio in Gibsons, B.C., to witness my creative process in person.