"Lord, grant that I may always desire more than I can accomplish" - Michelangelo

Chris Bell was born in Western North Carolina and began drawing and painting at an early age, inspired by the beautiful mountains around him.

His education in art began early as well, as he traveled to Europe to see the great works of Paris and Spain while in high school.  After high school, he completed an apprenticeship with English Artist Julyan Davis in Asheville, N.C. where he was traditionally trained as well as exposed to the influences of the 20th Century movements.  Chris has now set his sights towards achieving an MFA in Painting to further his education. 

"Although I find myself painting the landscape most often, I enjoy all subject matter and the unique challenges each painting brings.  My passion for painting comes from the way the paint moves and adheres to the surface of the canvas.  I take great care concerning the look and feel of  my painting surface throughout all stages of the painting, and my goal as an artist is to maintain a high sense of craftmanship, while allowing myself the freedom to explore in any direction I feel inspired to travel..."