Biography

Born and raised in Powell River BC, Christina Peressini studied History in Art at University of Victoria and Communication Design at Langara College. Since 1995 she has been based in Vancouver, BC. She has been working out of Eastside Atelier since 2022 and had her first solo exhibition in 2023 at The Gallery at The Cultch. The artist’s work has also been shown at Federation Gallery, Charles Clark Gallery, VanCity Credit Union, and, most recently at Silk Purse Arts Centre. She is a member of the Federation of Canadian Artists, CARFAC, and West Vancouver Community Arts Council.

Artist Statement

Working predominantly in cut and layered paper, Christina explores the interplay of two and three dimensions, light and shadow, strength and fragility. Her most recognizable works are elevation maps of the BC coast and depictions of trees and their component parts: constructed in earth toned layers of paper, and spaced in low relief. At times minimalist and abstract, and at other times detailed and accurate, her work invites viewers to lean in close and consider their own relationship to this part of the world.

Christina’s style is influenced by over two decades spent working as a graphic designer, with an early focus on paper goods and print design. Her principle aim is to produce a body of work that is both quiet and captivating.