About Kristi Marsh
Welcome!
Through the dance of light and shadows and my passion for color, I capture the allure of Maine and celebrate the intricacies of our food systems.
Fully embracing my inner artist marks the culmination of raising three remarkable humans, achieving recognition as an award-winning author, and serving as a national speaker as an environmental advocate.
My studio, affectionately known as Blueberry Woods, stands as a testament to my commitment to sustainability and my love for the planet. The studio is powered by solar energy and crafted with high-efficiency, low-carbon materials. It is, in my mind, a piece of art in itself.
Artist Bio
Kristi Marsh's artistic journey began at the age of 12 in Monterey, California, where she discovered her passion for painting. Despite life's demands, she continued to nurture her artistic talents through private lessons and participation in various shows. Later in life, she embarked on formal art education, enrolling in courses at the Rhode Island School of Design, focusing on drawing and oil painting.
Kristi's path took a profound turn when she was diagnosed with aggressive stage three breast cancer at the age of thirty-five, enduring the hardships of chemotherapy while caring for her three young children. This life-altering experience ignited a new purpose within her—to advocate for a healthier and safer world.
Driven by her unwavering dedication, Kristi Marsh became the founder and driving force behind a nationally recognized nonprofit organization. She authored the award-winning book "Little Changes" and emerged as a celebrated advocate for women's environmental health.
Today, Kristi channels her message and passion through her art, using brush and canvas to illuminate the vital connection between our environment and our well-being. Her studio, lovingly named Blueberry Woods, stands as a beacon of sustainability, powered by solar energy and constructed with high-efficiency, low-carbon materials. Within its walls, Kristi continues to create visual moments that hold the power of hope and serve as a medium to share joy and inspire change.
In the future, she looks forward to sharing the creative experience by offering in-person lessons in her studio in Freeport, Maine for visitors and locals alike.
Photo circa 1983
OIL PAINTING PROCESS
I embrace an array of surfaces — cotton, linen, and birch canvases — each boasting distinct textures and qualities to explore. With oils as my chosen medium, I conduct a symphony of robust colors and delicate moments, skillfully layering to craft cohesive and vivid compositions. I forge a profound connection dancing between hand and canvas, resulting in original artwork that captures my passion for coastal Maine, and our planet, in a painterly expression of realism.