The Painter of Chefs

The Painter of Chefs

Christopher M. s art takes us to a private place behind the scenes, a place where chefs exercise the very essence of their craft, analyzing wine s aromas and mentally combining them with the food they will create. No one else has shown us this intimacy so well. John Alonge Founder of the San Diego Wine & Culinary Center Young contemporary artist Christopher M., 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 and 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 palate.

Cooking with Wine 20 x 32 88 s/n 8 AP Fine Art Limited Edition on canvas with extensive hand-embellishing Preparation Mise en place is a French phrase (meaning everything in place ) 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. Christopher M. has executed these fine compositions with compositional balance and delicious colors.

Mise en Place 20 x 30 88 s/n 8 AP Fine Art Limited Edition on canvas with extensive hand-embellishing The finest ingredients are displayed as chefs work in harmony to produce optimal results in an appropriate amount of time. Visually stimulating our senses, the artist paints a fervent scene replete with sensual pleasure. Texture, color, taste and smell seem to exude from the canvas. With chefs poised and ready for action, Christopher M. succeeds in capturing the drama behind the scenes.

The Three Chefs 18 x 24 88 s/n 8 AP Fine Art Limited Edition on canvas with extensive hand-embellishing Cooking Within the most basic French cooking Brigade system, 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 with great precision to create an endless repertoire of fine culinary dishes. Capturing the heat of the kitchen, Christopher M. applies his brushstrokes to

Some Like it Hot 18 x 24 88 s/n 8 AP Fine Art Limited Edition on canvas with extensive hand-embellishing 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.

Grand Finale A Perfect Pairing 20 x 32 88 s/n 8 AP Fine Art Limited Edition on canvas with extensive hand-embellishing Presentation Grand Finale, A Perfect Paring, Chef s Table 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 these stunning works that superbly reflect this ideal.

Chef s Table 30 x 22 88 s/n 8 AP Fine Art Limited Edition on canvas with extensive hand-embellishing 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.

Savor the Moment 25 x 36 88 s/n 8 AP Fine Art Limited Edition on canvas with extensive hand-embellishing After Hours The culinary artistry of Christopher M. captures a refreshing pause in Savor the Moment and French Bistro. The chefs have a deserved respite after a long night in the kitchen. Consumed by the exquisite bouquet of a Cabernet, his discerning palate has been satisfied by his look of quiet contentment.

French Bistro 24 x 24 88 s/n 8 AP Fine Art Limited Edition on canvas with extensive hand-embellishing 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!

Christopher M. s paintings capture the very essence of the culinary arts. His festival poster, A Perfect Pairing reflects his intimate understanding of the relationship between Executive Chef and a Master Sommelier. Michelle Metter, Producer for the San Diego Bay Wine and Food Festival Creating excellent food is a lot like painting a great work of art, it has to be one person s vision and passion to truly be excellent, what I mean by this is that you could probably have four chefs come up with a pretty good dish but to make something great it has to come from one person s inspiration and passion without compromise. I believe Christopher M. has the same passion and uncompromising approach to painting. Bill Sauer, Executive Chef at the Marble Room Christopher M s art takes us to a private place behind the scenes, a place where chefs exercise the very essence of their craft, analyzing wine s aromas and mentally combining them with the food they will create. No one else has shown us this intimacy so well. John Alonge, Founder of the San Diego Wine & Culinary Center Christopher M is one Artist that knows the value of blending excellent cuisine, with savory wine! His art portrays both the flavor and spirit of two things in life that are meant to be appreciated! Lorne Brown, Producer for the Oregon Wine and Food Festival Contemporary painter Christopher M. s appeal has grown throughout the United States and now internationally due to the unique splendor and vivid imagery of his paintings. Recently chosen as the official poster artist for the Las Vegas Artexpo 2008, Christopher M. is creating a name for himself as one of the skilled artists of our time. His culinary series of artwork beautifully shows his appreciation of a job well done and creativity within any art form, including culinary excellence. The featured piece created for Las Vegas Artexpo 2008 titled Savor the Moment depicts a chef enjoying a moment of respite after an evening of cooking. A perfect illustration of the enjoyment of wine and food. Educated at the noted Academy of Art University in San Francisco, Christopher M. graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Illustration in 2000. He earned awards and honors from the Academy for his sketchbook, figure painting, landscapes and still life works. He also earned accolades from the San Francisco Society of Illustrators of which he is a member.