Chris Martin

Chris Martin is a contemporary American painter known for his large-scale abstract works that combine a range of materials and techniques. He was born in Washington, D.C. in 1954 and currently lives and works in Brooklyn, New York. Martin's work is deeply influenced by a wide range of artistic traditions, including Abstract Expressionism, Pop Art, and outsider art.

Martin's paintings are characterized by their vivid colors, bold gestures, and complex surfaces. He often incorporates materials such as glitter, sand, and found objects into his work, creating layered and textured compositions that invite the viewer to explore and discover new details over time.

Martin’s works are in the collections of the Albright Knox Art Gallery in Buffalo, the High Museum of Art in Atlanta, the Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago, and the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, among others.