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IMG_5800 Kristine Mkrtchyan
IMG_5802 Kristine Mkrtchyan
Who We Are?

Kristine Mkrtchyan was born in Armenia on January 26, 1982, and grew up as the middle child between an older sister and a younger brother. Her connection to art appeared early: she began drawing and painting at six years old and entered art classes at seven. After completing high school, she continued her education at an art institute, building a strong foundation in observation, composition, and creative discipline.

In 2002, Kristine moved to the United States. The transition opened a new chapter in her life and gave her love for art room to blossom. She took community college art classes, returned to regular painting, and continued developing a style shaped by both her Armenian roots and her experiences in America. She enjoys working with different kinds of paint, but acrylic remains her favorite because it supports the color, clarity, and flexibility she wants in her work.

Nature and geometric shapes are among Kristine’s favorite subjects. She is drawn to the balance between recognizable forms and abstract possibilities, often finding ideas in ordinary moments, landscapes, patterns, or images that remain in her imagination. One of her most meaningful completed works is her American Eagle painting, a piece that reflects both artistic pride and an important part of her American journey.

Kristine usually begins with an idea from everyday life or an abstract image in her mind. She sketches the concept, considers the composition and colors, and then begins painting. A piece may take one day or up to a week, depending on its detail, her schedule, and the strength of the inspiration. When a painting needs space, she is willing to pause and return with a clearer perspective rather than force the process.

For Kristine, art is both calming and freeing. Painting gives her a place to explore ideas without limits and to let creativity guide the outcome. Her daughter has always been her greatest motivation. Kristine loves teaching her what she has learned and is proud that her daughter has inherited the same love for painting. Through her example, she hopes to show her daughter that patience, imagination, and commitment can make ambitious goals possible.

That same care shapes Kristine’s work with clients. Her commission process is personal and flexible, beginning with a conversation about subject, colors, format, size, and feeling. She then sketches a direction and develops the final artwork with the goal of creating something that feels honest, emotionally meaningful, and made specifically for the person who will live with it.

Client Testimonial
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Feedback That Encourage Us.
The painting is fantastic and exactly what I wanted. Shipping was very prompt, the artwork represented good value, and the item was packaged carefully for delivery. I am very pleased with my purchase and grateful to Kristine for her work
Lucy G
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Feedback That Encourage Us.
I loved the piece in the pictures, but having it in my living room is incredible. After moving into a great space following personal struggle, it was the first thing I put up. I see it when I walk in, and it makes me very happy.
Martha M.

Consultations begin with a direct conversation about what the client wants and needs, held by email, text, FaceTime, or, for local clients, face to face at the office.

Kristine and the client discuss the subject, desired feeling, colors, canvas, and preferred format. Kristine then sketches the idea so both sides can see the direction before the drawing or painting develops. Material specifics should be confirmed for each project.

Clients can expect personal communication, collaborative discussion, an initial sketch, and decisions about color and canvas. Most paintings take approximately one day to one week, depending on intricacy and scheduling. Timing, updates, revisions, delivery, and payment details should be confirmed before work begins.