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<p><em>Chefs in Harmony</em></p><p>Artist: Christopher M. </p><p>2008 Fine Art Limited Edition </p><p>Size: 30 x 40 inches</p> <p> Contemporary painter Christopher M. continues his quest to paint our universal love affair with food. In his most recent work titled, “Chefs dans L’Harmonie” (translation: Chefs in Harmony), the artist chooses a different perspective, a different color pallet and displays his artistic dexterity as he captures these culinary masters in the moment of genius.</p> <p>In keeping with his Culinary Collection of works, Christopher M. renders a clean, modern behind-the-scenes glimpse at the art of cooking. Each chef has a valued place in the kitchen’s hierarchy as dictated by the classical French cooking Brigade system (Brigade de cuisine). In turn, each chef has a particular rank and specialty. They work in unison and with great precision to create culinary masterpieces intended to delight all the senses. The proud history and tradition of this organization has prevailed for nearly a century and has endured in modern kitches today. It is the highest form of the culinary arts and like any fine art, it takes years to master.</p> <p>Christopher M. intentionally mixes his own salad of artistic reverie using a crisp palette of celery green, sage, raspberry, pumpkin, eggplant and ice blue as he depicts the orchestration that must take place in the kitchen to skillfully prepare a meal that is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate.</p> <p>“Chefs dans L’Harmonie” is a celebration of the culinary arts. And like any art worth celebrating, it satisfies our appetite for delicious beauty. Bon Appétit! </p> <p>CALL FOR PRICE!</p>

Chefs in Harmony
<p><em>Chef’s Table</em></p><p>Artist: Christopher M. </p><p>2009 Fine Art Limited Edition</p><p>Size: 22 x 30 inches</p> <p> At the “Chef’s Table,” the executive chef has taken time to greet the patrons and discuss the epicurean delights of the evening. The cuisine is unveiled. A perfectly paired wine is poured. A chef stands with elegant ease as he presents the bananas foster, setting the dish aflame for a few dazzling moments. Color, texture and form unite to create these delicious paintings, just as the flavors, aromas and textures coalesce to create an experience that is delicious. </p> <p>CALL FOR PRICE! </p>

Chef's Table
<p><em>Cooking with Wine</em></p><p>Artist: Christopher M. </p><p>2008 Fine Art Limited Edition </p><p>Size: 30 x 22 inches</p> <p> It has been said that “a few bottles of wine are as standard as salt and pepper in the kitchen of a haute cuisine chef”. Contemporary painter Christopher M. pays tribute to this notion in an image appropriately entitled, “Cuisine Avec Le Vin” (Translation: Cooking with wine).</p> <p>In the culinary world, wine and food matching is a nuanced art. Like any art, education and experience are vital for superb results. Great chefs are required to understand how the flavors of various wines marry that of other flavors in a particular dish. These pairings can often bring exciting new dimensions to a meal.</p> <p>Christopher M.’s “Cuisine Avec Le Vin” is a stunning, vertical painting that superbly pairs art and cooking. The chef stands with elegant ease as he prepares the dish du jour. Potent cabernet red and plum tones dominate the canvas. Color, texture and form unite to create this delicious work of art, just as the flavors, aromas and textures coalesce to create the meal at hand. A bottle of red wine stands nonchalantly in the foreground. Likened to the art of fine cooking, the artist makes its presence known but does not allow it to overpower the composition.</p> <p>So whether you are enjoying a beautiful “coq au vin” or a superb “boeuf Bourguignonne”, remember, the perfection in the dish comes from the chef de cusine, just as the painted masterpiece comes from the gifted artist. </p> <p>CALL FOR PRICE!</p>

Cooking with Wine
<p><em>Day's End</em></p><p>Artist: Christopher M. </p><p>Fine Art Limited Edition</p><p>Size: 11 x 14 inches </p><p>As an inspired artist, Christopher M. intuitively gravitates toward subjects that reflect a life of dedication, passion, and diligence. Much like his paintings of chefs, his Winemakers Series immortalizes a calling that brings delight and satisfaction to others and symbolizes an appreciation for a life well lived. Day’s End serves as the beginning of his Winemakers Series, and venerates that creative passion and the comfort found in having achieved one’s dream.<br /><br />In his quest to pair great food with great wine, Christopher M. found inspiration among the pastoral beauty of Northern California’s wine country. At Fontanella Family Winery in Napa Valley, Jeff Fontanella opened his doors to the artist. The winemaker’s hospitality was enhanced with a pour of a stellar vintage from an area known as Mount Veeder. The wines from Mount Veeder, the mountain by the bay, reflect the independent spirit of its mountain growers and vintners, borne of rugged conditions that demand hand craftsmanship at the highest level.<br /><br />As depicted in Christopher’s painting, the winemaker proudly looks out upon the world that he has built for his family. He raises a glass up to the light, inspecting the quality of his latest work. With the family dog at his side, he savors his success, for as the saying goes, “If you find a job you love, you never work a day in your life.”<br /><br />For every person who has dreamed of settling down and starting a winery of their own, the Fontanella Family stands as a true source of inspiration. For artist Christopher M., the inspiration found in the glass has at last found its way upon the canvas. </p><p>CALL FOR PRICE!  </p>

Day's End
<span class=""><div><p><em>Enjoying the Vintage</em></p><p>Artist: Christopher M. </p><p>Fine Art Limited Edition</p><p>Size: 36 x 36 inches</p><p>In a new series of works, contemporary painter Christopher M. endeavors to commemorate the art, science and history of wine makers and their impact on the culinary arts.</p><p>“Enjoying the Vintage” is an intimate portrait depicting the vital relationship between an Executive Chef and its resident sommelier. In the world of fine dining, the sommelier, or wine steward, is a professionally trained expert in all aspects of wine service. Working closely with the chef, the sommelier plays a critical role in pairing food dishes with wine to enhance the dining experience for their guests.  </p><p>The artist’s composition portrays the Executive Chef and sommelier as they convene to select the perfect wine pairing for each delightful course on the menu. Descending down the spiral staircase, they retreat to the restaurant’s wine cellar, replete with a fine vintage collection that is the result of years of acquiring the finest wines from regions around the world. The subtle position of their respective glasses illustrates the process in which they evaluate a certain vintage. The chef inhales the aroma, as the sommelier swirls his glass to examine the wine’s body and texture. They intentionally avoid eye contact as to not influence one another’s opinion. Inciting the senses, the many nuances of color, flavor, weight and bouquet are taken into consideration as they use their expertise to collaborate on the most select, epicurean experience.</p><p>In his exceptional artistic interpretation, Christopher M. succeeds in transforming the basic human need of eating and drinking into a tribute to the professionals who have turned this simple act into a veritable work of art.</p><p>CALL FOR PRICE! </p></div></span>

Enjoying The Vintage
<p><em>Evening Indulgence<br /></em></p><p><a href="%22/%22index.php?option=com_content&view=article&catid=20:biographies&id=169:christopher-m%22%22" target="_blank">Artist: Christopher M. </a></p><p>Fine Art Limited Edition </p><p>Size: 36 x 25.5 inches</p><p>Edition Size: 88 SN, 28 AP, 18 PP </p> <p>For those who love fine dining, the night’s experiences begin and end in the restaurant’s main dining room. However, for “Painter of Chefs” Christopher M., the kitchen reveals the most intimate and personal stories of the chef’s vocation. In his unique aspiration to capture culinary history on canvas, Christopher M. discloses the true diligence and emotion that makes this profession so rewarding. In Christopher M.’s Evening Indulgence, the artist renders each reflective surface, combining his somewhat stylized illustrative technique with a romantic impressionistic approach. The diagonal lines created by the structural kitchen countertops contradict the soft, rounded outline of the chef ’s lounging frame. Christopher M. selects a warm, welcoming red palette for his painting. Each element is tied together with the crimson brushstrokes that subtly resonate throughout the entire composition. It is said that the color red encourages the appetite and inspires passion. </p><p>Quite fittingly, Christopher M.’s hard-working chef displays passion for the fine wine that has so elegantly matched with his entree course. Every successful chef will say that tasting everything is a vital aspect of developing the perfect culinary masterpiece. It speaks to the chef’s dedication to his restaurant that he should taste everything, experience everything, to have perfection in his kitchen. Indeed, after the doors are closed and every plate is happily returned, this chef ’s perfection finds due reward with each sip of his evening wine. </p><p>The culinary discipline thrives upon perfection, taste, and the ultimate satisfaction of its patrons. In doing so, chefs all over the world can step back and enjoy an indulgent glass of wine at the end of the successful day.</p> <p><a href="index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=254&Itemid=79" target="_blank">CALL FOR PRICE!</a></p>

Evening Indulgence
<p><em>French Bistro</em> </p><p>Artist: Christopher M. </p><p>2008 Fine Art Limited Edition </p><p>Size: 24 x 24 inches</p> <p> “French Bistro” captures the last one to leave the bistro as the Chef makes his final rounds. Savoring the sweet success of the evening’s cuisine, the chef exits with a proud sense of a job well done. Congratulations to Christopher M. and compliments to the chef. Cheers! </p> <p> CALL FOR PRICE!</p>

French Bistro
<p><em>Goes Well with Red</em></p><p>Artist: Christopher M. </p><p>Fine Art Limited Edition</p><p>Size: 20 x 15 inches</p><p>“Painter of Chefs” Christopher M. has an eye for character. His work has taken him to a variety of great kitchens, behind the scenes of some of the most dynamic and critically acclaimed restaurants, and it is there where he finds his inspiration. Behind every carefully constructed dish resides a creator, and it is in his two most recent masterpieces, It’s All In The Sauce and Goes Well With Red, that he depicts the genius that makes fine dining a reality.</p><p><em>It’s All In The Sauce</em> portrays the chef about to taste his latest culinary inspiration, holding the tasting spoon up to his lips to cool the steaming creation. The chef ’s mustachioed face is full of anticipation, his eyes are half closed in concentration and contentment. He is the master of his craft and takes pride in the fruits of his labor. All of the viewer’s attention rests upon the chef as the artist’s layers of vibrant oil paint and thick brushstrokes swivel to create a spotlight effect around his robust figure. All in one moment, the chef ensures that his only concern is the perfection in his creation, for, after all, <em>It’s All in the Sauce</em>.</p><p><em>Goes Well With Red</em>, as an accompaniment to <em>It’s All In The Sauce</em>, mirrors its counterpart in composition and color, yet stands alone as its own unique vignette. Her bright blue eyes and rosy cheeks shine in the heat of the busy kitchen. She opens a fine bottle of wine, red, to match her fiery hair; gazing out beyond the canvas into the busy clatter of her kitchen.</p><p><em>It’s All In The Sauce</em> and <em>Goes Well With Red</em> continue to solidify Christopher M.’s title as the “Painter of Chefs”. He remains an expert of his craft and, more importantly, is as an expert in how he observes and captures the essence of special characters on his canvas. </p><p>CALL FOR PRICE! </p>

Goes Well with Red
<p><em>Good Judgement</em></p><p>Artist: Christopher M.</p><p>Fine Art Limited Edition</p><p>Edition Size: 88 S.N.</p><p>Size: 20 x 30 inches</p><p><a href="index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=254&Itemid=79" target="_blank" title="Call For Price!">CALL FOR PRICE!</a></p>

Good Judgement
<p><em>Grand Finale </em></p><p>Artist: Christopher M. </p><p>2009 Fine Art Limited Edition </p><p>Size: 18 x 13.5 inches</p><p> A plate of food is like a painting, and the rim of the plate is the frame. Like an artist striving for a pleasing composition, the master chef strives to create a beautiful presentation that is both pleasing and memorable. Christopher M. has created this stunning work that superbly reflects this ideal. A chef stands with elegant ease as he presents the bananas foster, setting the dish aflame for a few dazzling moments. Color, texture and form unite to create these delicious paintings, just as the flavors, aromas and textures coalesce to create an experience that is delicious. </p><p> CALL FOR PRICE!</p>

Grand Finale
<p><em>In The Vineyard</em></p><p>Artist: Christopher M.</p><p>Fine Art Limited Edition</p><p>Reg: 30" x 40" /88 SN</p><p>AP: 22.5" x 30" /28 SN</p><p>PP: 11" x 14" /18 SN</p> <p> California’s Napa Valley is known for romance. For anyone who has experienced the lush beauty and epicurean delights of the region, Christopher M. “Painter of Chefs” captures the memory of a moment In the Vineyard.</p> <p>The artist has been hailed as one of the greats, having worked with some of the most notable chefs and wine makers of our time; talents such as wine maker Heidi Barrett of Screaming Eagle acclaim, Pam Starr of Crocker Starr estates and the long list of famous chefs Charlie Trotter, François Payard, Gavin Kaysen and many others. His artistic accomplishments have established Christopher M. as the painter of choice for the serious connoisseur of the good life.</p> <p>In the Vineyard depicts a chef preparing the table for a red wine course. He presents the wine in the elegant fashion of his vocation. Christopher M. notes, “I really like the term ‘presentation’ of the wine, for the word ‘present’ implies the great gift that wine imparts to us by elevating an ordinary day into one of great gravity and remembrance.”</p> <p>Christopher M. not only captures the perfect moment, but interprets the significance behind the scene:<br /> “For me the painting represents the romance of the Napa region, the perfect blending of a culinary and wine tradition. While being uniquely American, it derives its richness directly from French training, French culinary technique, and classical French ideals of Art and Life. When I was painting I often thought of Thomas Keller for the inspiration of the chef, since his restaurant, The French Laundry, is there in the Napa area, and he so closely embodies my notion of the ideal chef, so perfect in his craft that his artistry speaks for itself. So for me it is a celebration of great artistic traditions in a broad sense, and at the same time a celebration of the very close and personal relationships of friendship, family or romance that come together in a beautiful evening’s dining experience. And since I draw my own aesthetic ideals from great French artists like Degas, I feel a connection with the classical French traditions as an artist, just as many great chefs do.”</p> <p>Indeed, with the sun setting in the western hemisphere against the rolling hills, this is a moment to remember. </p> <p>CALL FOR PRICE! </p>

In the Vineyard
<p><em>It's All in the Sauce</em></p><p>Artist: Christopher M. </p><p>Fine Art Limited Edition</p><p>Size: 20 x 15 inches</p><p>“Painter of Chefs” Christopher M. has an eye for character. His work has taken him to a variety of great kitchens, behind the scenes of some of the most dynamic and critically acclaimed restaurants, and it is there where he finds his inspiration. Behind every carefully constructed dish resides a creator, and it is in his two most recent masterpieces, <em>It’s All In The Sauce</em> and <em>Goes Well With Red</em>, that he depicts the genius that makes fine dining a reality.</p><p><em>It’s All In The Sauce</em> portrays the chef about to taste his latest culinary inspiration, holding the tasting spoon up to his lips to cool the steaming creation. The chef ’s mustachioed face is full of anticipation, his eyes are half closed in concentration and contentment. He is the master of his craft and takes pride in the fruits of his labor. All of the viewer’s attention rests upon the chef as the artist’s layers of vibrant oil paint and thick brushstrokes swivel to create a spotlight effect around his robust figure. All in one moment, the chef ensures that his only concern is the perfection in his creation, for, after all, <em>It’s All in the Sauce</em>.</p><p><em>Goes Well With Red</em>, as an accompaniment to <em>It’s All In The Sauce</em>, mirrors its counterpart in composition and color, yet stands alone as its own unique vignette. Her bright blue eyes and rosy cheeks shine in the heat of the busy kitchen. She opens a fine bottle of wine, red, to match her fiery hair; gazing out beyond the canvas into the busy clatter of her kitchen.</p><p><em>It’s All In The Sauce</em> and <em>Goes Well With Red</em> continue to solidify Christopher M.’s title as the “Painter of Chefs”. He remains an expert of his craft and, more importantly, is as an expert in how he observes and captures the essence of special characters on his canvas. </p><p>CALL FOR PRICE! </p>

It's All in the Sauce
<p><em>Mise en Place</em></p><p>Artist: Christopher M. </p><p>2008 Fine Art Limited Edition </p><p>Size: 30 x 20 inches</p> <p>Paying homage to the refined skills and talents of culinary chefs around the world, contemporary painter Christopher M. continues to paint his fascination with the culinary arts.</p> <p>As an artist himself, Christopher M. has a keen understanding of the hard work and preparation necessary in producing one’s finest work. In addition to his appreciation for fine dining, the artist will admit that he is captivated by the endless possibilities for challenging compositions within this subject matter.</p> <p>Christopher M’s image titled “Mis en Place” (Translation: “put in place” or “everything in place”) is a striking vertical composition portraying the crucial preparation phase required in the production of fine culinary creations. “Mis en place” is a French phrase revered by the Culinary Institute of America and is paramount to the honored brigade system of cooking. Preparation is considered to be the most important stage of creating fine cuisine under extreme time constraints. It demands having everything prepared and in its place prior to execution. Recipes, ingredients and equipment must all be readily accessible to ensure proper momentum. The art of cooking is very time sensitive, so the team of chefs must hold fast to a very precise protocol in order to produce optimal results in an appropriate amount of time.</p> <p>Bursting with delicious color, an assembly line of the finest ingredients lay in the foreground. Visually stimulating our senses, the artist paints a fervent scene replete with sensual pleasure. Texture, color, taste and smell seem to burst from the canvas. With chefs poised and ready for action Christoper M. succeeds in capturing the drama behind the scenes.</p> <p>The highest compliment one can pay to an artist is showing reverence for their chosen art form. Christopher M. prevails in his quest as we relish in his kitchen of artistic reverie. </p> <p>CALL FOR PRICE!</p>

Mise en Place
<p><em>On Break</em></p><p>Artist: Christopher M.</p><p>Fine Art Limited Edition</p><p>Size: 11 x 14 inches</p><p>Edition Size: 88</p><p>CALL FOR PRICE! </p>

On Break
<p><em>Savor the Moment</em></p><p>Artist: Christopher M. </p><p>2008 Fine Art Limited Edition </p><p>Size: 36 x 25.5 inches</p><p> <em>“I cook with wine; sometimes I even add it to the food.” </em> —W.C. Fields </p><p><span class="">Proving that the culinary artistry of Christopher M. can satisfy the most discriminating taste, the artist’s latest image titled “Savor the Moment” was selected as the official poster image for the Las Vegas Art Expo 2008. As Christopher pursues his celebration of the culinary arts, “Savor the Moment” captures a refreshing pause after a job well done. The chef is consumed by the exquisite bouquet of a glass of perfectly balanced, fine wine. It is obvious that his discerning palate has been satisfied by his look of quiet contentment.<br /><br />Christopher’s masterful use of color sets the tone. The monochromatic background of icy blues seamlessly blends into the foreground where his figure is illuminated by the brilliant white of the chef’s traditional attire. This dynamic contrast pulls the portrait into focus and completes his poignant, artistic statement.<br /><br />This work also serves as a reminder of one very important “rule of thumb” for master (and perhaps not-so-masterful) chefs around the world: Don’t cook with any wine you wouldn’t drink. Congratulations to Christopher and compliments to the chef. Cheers!</span></p><p>CALL FOR PRICE!</p>

Savor the Moment
<p><em>Some Like it Hot</em></p><p>Artist: Christopher M. </p><p>2009 Fine Art Limited Edition </p><p>Size: 18 x 24 inches </p><p>Capturing the heat of the kitchen, Christopher M. applies his brushstrokes to the canvas in warm saffron yellows and cayenne red to imply the delicious aroma of the cuisine. The contrasting hues of crisp white and blue adorn the chef’s toque Blanche, (French for “white hat”). The Chef de Cusine and the Sous chef, work together composing the next hot culinary creation! </p><p> CALL FOR PRICE!</p>

Some Like It Hot
<p><em>The Bouquet</em></p><p>Artist: Christopher M. </p><p>Fine Art Limited Edition</p><p>Size: 36 x 12 inches</p> <p> Christopher M., known as “The Painter of Chefs”, has sought to capture art—the culinary arts to be exact, in the making. In his most recent masterpieces, “The Uncorking & The Bouquet”, he celebrates the joys of fine wine as an essential part in the fine dining experience.</p> <p>“The Uncorking” depicts the chef right before the cork is carefully removed and the bottle is left to breath. The chef’s face is expressive, conveying pleasure, as if to suggest the rarity and perfection of the vintage. It is a moment of luxurious anticipation brought to life by the artist’s fluid brushstrokes and expert use of color and shadowing.</p> <p>“The Bouquet” was created to pair with “The Uncorking” as the chefs in unison create a succession of the wine ritual. Captured in a moment of reverence for the wine tasting process, she closes her eyes to take in the rich aromas that exude from the glass. A hint of citrus, berries and perhaps the essence of the unique French oak barrel is extracted by her expert nose and palette—a perfect pairing for that special dish on the evening’s menu.</p> <p>“The Uncorking” and “The Bouquet” once again demonstrate Christopher M.’s insatiable desire as a painter to celebrate the culinary arts. The artist seeks to heighten the viewer’s awareness by the juxtaposition of rich jewel colors against the thick textural brushstrokes—almost like a chef layering the flavors in a fine dish. And just as a great chef seeks to bring palatable pleasure to those enjoying his culinary creations, the viewer’s experience is ultimately what the artist is hoping to enhance. Food and wine are as intertwined as paint and canvas and it is in his ability to draw such striking parallels that Christopher M. sets himself apart as one of today’s most notable young artists! </p> <p>CALL FOR PRICE! </p>

The Bouquet
<p><em>The Perfect Pairing</em></p><p>Artist: Christopher M. </p><p>2009 Fine Art Limited Edition</p><p>Edition Size: 88 </p><p>Size: 18 x 13.5 inches</p><p> Young contemporary artist Christopher M. is known as “The Painter of Chefs,” continues his artistic legacy with delicious fervor as he paints a tribute to the culinary arts. Seeking to capture the intensity, dedication, creativity that is executed daily behind the scenes in a fine food kitchen, Christopher M.’s images resonate deeply with the chefs that work hard to master their craft. Fluid with motion, each composition expounds upon the parallels of fine art, the culinary arts and the ultimate desire to please the patron. The artist has a deep appreciation for the hard work and creativity that like fine art, the culinary arts embrace. Christopher M. celebrates that which we seek to enjoy; fine art, fine wine and fine food and like a Master Chef striving to create the ultimate culinary experience, Christopher M.’s paintings are sure to satisfy even the most discriminating artistic palates. </p><p> CALL FOR PRICE!</p>

The Perfect Pairing
<p><em>The Tasting</em></p><p>Artist: Christopher M. </p><p>Fine Art Limited Edition</p><p>Size: 12 x 16 inches</p>CALL FOR PRICE!

The Tasting
<p><em>The Three Chefs</em></p><p>Artist: Christopher M. </p><p>2008 Fine Art Limited Edition </p><p>Size: 18 x 24 inches</p> <p> In every great discipline there is an order. Within order there is often more than one talent dependant on the final outcome. Contemporary painter Christopher M. celebrates the art of collaboration as he introduces us to the interworking of a professional kitchen in his most recent work entitled, “Les Trois Chefs” (Translation: The Three Chefs).</p> <p>Within the most basic French cooking Brigade system, (Brigade de cuisine) there are three chefs present; the “chef de cuisine” or executive chef, the sous chef, and the line chef. Each chef has a particular specialty and they work in unison and with great precision to create and endless repertoire of fine culinary dishes.</p> <p>Capturing the heat of the kitchen, Christopher M. applies his brushstrokes to the canvas in warm saffron yellows and cayenne red to imply the delicious aroma of the cuisine du jour. The contrasting hues of crisp white and blue adorn the chef’s toque Blanche, (French for “white hat”). Like the three tenors, he paints the mastery of the chefs as they work together composing a compilation like that of a symphony.</p> <p>“Les Trois Chefs” is a masterpiece that reminds us that two heads are better than one, and in this case, “Three Chefs” are just right! </p> <p>CALL FOR PRICE!</p>

The Three Chefs
<p><em>The Uncorking</em></p><p>Artist: Christopher M. </p><p>Fine Art Limited Edition</p><p>Size: 36 x 12 inches</p> <p> Christopher M., known as “The Painter of Chefs”, has sought to capture art—the culinary arts to be exact, in the making. In his most recent masterpieces, “The Uncorking & The Bouquet”, he celebrates the joys of fine wine as an essential part in the fine dining experience.</p> <p>“The Uncorking” depicts the chef right before the cork is carefully removed and the bottle is left to breath. The chef’s face is expressive, conveying pleasure, as if to suggest the rarity and perfection of the vintage. It is a moment of luxurious anticipation brought to life by the artist’s fluid brushstrokes and expert use of color and shadowing.</p> <p>“The Bouquet” was created to pair with “The Uncorking” as the chefs in unison create a succession of the wine ritual. Captured in a moment of reverence for the wine tasting process, she closes her eyes to take in the rich aromas that exude from the glass. A hint of citrus, berries and perhaps the essence of the unique French oak barrel is extracted by her expert nose and palette—a perfect pairing for that special dish on the evening’s menu.</p> <p>“The Uncorking” and “The Bouquet” once again demonstrate Christopher M.’s insatiable desire as a painter to celebrate the culinary arts. The artist seeks to heighten the viewer’s awareness by the juxtaposition of rich jewel colors against the thick textural brushstrokes—almost like a chef layering the flavors in a fine dish. And just as a great chef seeks to bring palatable pleasure to those enjoying his culinary creations, the viewer’s experience is ultimately what the artist is hoping to enhance. Food and wine are as intertwined as paint and canvas and it is in his ability to draw such striking parallels that Christopher M. sets himself apart as one of today’s most notable young artists! </p> <p>CALL FOR PRICE!</p>

The Uncorking
<p><em>Vintage Red</em></p><p>Artist: Christopher M.</p><p>Fine Art Limited Edition</p><p>Size: 22.5 x 30 inches</p><p>Edition Sizes: 88 SN, 28 AP, 18 PP</p> <p>Christopher M., renowned “Painter of Chefs” and winemakers, has traveled the world, capturing the culture of viticulture on canvas. Over the years, he has discovered many parallels between fine art and the wine and culinary arts, and one quality in particular stands out more than most: both are highly collectible.</p> <p>People often feel an intimate connection with the wine they drink. Taste and smell are closely related to memory and wine, with its unique and complex character, can transport a person in both time and place. It is common to save a bottle from a special occasion such as a wedding or anniversary. Wine can also commemorate a visit with close friends and the pleasure of each other’s company. Like anything worth collecting, it elicits a joy and emotional value beyond its monetary worth.</p> <p>Every wine label tells a story. Like a signature on a work of art, the label is the identifier. It is the winemaker taking ownership of his product, and just as artists take a variety of approaches when it comes to inscribing their mark, winemakers do the same when it comes to their bottles and brands. Serious and elegant, sarcastic and bold, subtle and refined — as with art, it is the creator’s vision that defines the work.</p> <p>Christopher M.’s Vintage Red and Vintage White pay homage to the collector, the historian, and the student in all those who drink and enjoy fine wine. Unending variety, constant reinvention, meticulous attention to detail — these are the things that connect the artist to the wine lover. While anyone can enjoy a bottle of wine or a beautiful painting, the passion for these crafts is something that develops and grows over a lifetime.</p><p>CALL FOR PRICE! </p>

Vintage Red
<p><em>Vintage White</em></p><p>Artist: Christopher M.</p><p>Fine Art Limited Edition</p><p>Size: 22.5 x 30 inches<br /> </p><p>Edition Sizes: 88 SN, 28 AP, 18 PP</p><p>Christopher M., renowned “Painter of Chefs” and winemakers, has traveled the world, capturing the culture of viticulture on canvas. Over the years, he has discovered many parallels between fine art and the wine and culinary arts, and one quality in particular stands out more than most: both are highly collectible.</p> <p>People often feel an intimate connection with the wine they drink. Taste and smell are closely related to memory and wine, with its unique and complex character, can transport a person in both time and place. It is common to save a bottle from a special occasion such as a wedding or anniversary. Wine can also commemorate a visit with close friends and the pleasure of each other’s company. Like anything worth collecting, it elicits a joy and emotional value beyond its monetary worth.</p> <p>Every wine label tells a story. Like a signature on a work of art, the label is the identifier. It is the winemaker taking ownership of his product, and just as artists take a variety of approaches when it comes to inscribing their mark, winemakers do the same when it comes to their bottles and brands. Serious and elegant, sarcastic and bold, subtle and refined — as with art, it is the creator’s vision that defines the work.</p> <p>Christopher M.’s Vintage Red and Vintage White pay homage to the collector, the historian, and the student in all those who drink and enjoy fine wine. Unending variety, constant reinvention, meticulous attention to detail — these are the things that connect the artist to the wine lover. While anyone can enjoy a bottle of wine or a beautiful painting, the passion for these crafts is something that develops and grows over a lifetime.</p><p>CALL FOR PRICE!</p>

Vintage White