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Art & stories

The art and stories of Christopher Finkle

I’m Chris, a painter in Belleville, Ontario. I paint the people, places, and performances that stay with me, and share the stories behind the work.

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Painting of a sailboat with a coloured sail on calm water at sunset.
Sunset on The Bay of Quinte · Read story

Selected artwork

Portrait painting of a young woman with long red hair in profile, lit from the side.
Gazing Beauty · Read story
Painting of a brown-and-black dog resting its head on a pale cushion.
Dog curled on a cushion · Read story
Painting of skaters on a frozen bay with a small child in blue in the foreground.
First Skate · Read story
Painting of the Weber Brothers performing on guitar and double bass at Signal Brewery.
Weber Brothers · Read story
Portrait painting of Santa with glasses, a long white beard and a red hat against a dark background.
Velvet Santa · Read story
Illuminated pumpkin carving depicting a long-haired face wearing dark sunglasses.
Ozzy · Read story

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Behind the artwork

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Fundraising

How donated paintings and creative projects have connected me with community causes.

Pet Portraits

The care and responsibility I feel when painting a much-loved pet.

Quinte

The harbour, streets, and waterfront places that keep me painting my hometown.

Meet Chris

I’m Chris, a Belleville painter sharing the artwork, people, and places that inspire me.

More about Chris

Something for your wall. Or someone you love.

For prints, Christmas cards, and original commissions, get in touch.

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