Norma Christensen
Bacardi Limited Biennal at the Bermuda National GalleryBacardi Limited Biennial 2002Artists featured in the Bermuda National Gallery's BiennialsBacardi Ltd.Biennial 1994Biennial 1996Bacardi Biennial 1998Bacardi Ltd Biennial 2000

the garden at giverny by norma christensen

The Garden at Giverny

oil on linen
36 x 48 inches


Norma Christensen American, born 1932


norma christensen
artist statement
Every painting is a learning experience for me. Much of the time I find the work does not come easily. There are, however, happy exceptions when th epainting seems to paint itself. Working in my garden nourishes my soul, giving me inspiration to put what I feel on the canvas. My hero is Claude Monet. I found his garden at Giverny breathtaking - as if his paintings came alive.

education
1950-53 University of Washington

selected group exhibitions
1973-95 Bermuda Society of Arts members exhibitions
1973- Bermuda Society of Arts, "Somerset Atelier"
1977- Newport Exchange, Newport, Rhode Island
1983- Bermuda Society of Arts, "Celebration of Colour"
1985- St. Botolph's Club, Boston
1991- Mall Galleries, London, England, Royal Society of British Artists

awards
1982- Grumbacher Award for best in show, Bermuda Society of Arts