
Santiago, Metropolitana, Chile
Cristina del Rosso is an Argentinian-born painter of Italian heritage whose work reflects both techn...
About the artist
Joined In 2010
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About the artist
Joined In 2010
(9 Followers)
Cristina del Rosso is an Argentinian-born painter of Italian heritage whose work reflects both technical mastery and a deep understanding of art history. Trained as an art historian and dedicated educator, she brings a rare combination of knowledge, discipline, and sensitivity to her artistic practice.
Working within the Impressionist tradition, Cristina creates refined still lifes and luminous landscapes that explore the relationship between light, atmosphere, and human presence. Her compositions subtly integrate Eastern balance with Western subject matter, resulting in works that feel both timeless and distinctive.
Years of teaching and studying the great masters have shaped her eye and technique, giving her paintings a strong foundation in classical principles while maintaining a fresh, contemporary sensibility. This academic background translates into artworks of exceptional quality, thoughtfully constructed and rich in visual harmony.
Cristina’s paintings are designed to do more than decorate—they create an atmosphere. Each piece invites calm, contemplation, and emotional connection, making it an ideal addition for collectors seeking beauty, meaning, and lasting value.
Her work is held in private collections and continues ...
Cristina’s work is deeply rooted in artistic tradition, supported by rigorous academic training and her career as an art historian and university lecturer. She studied drawing with R. Sanjulian in Buenos Aires, and trained in watercolor, acrylic, and oil painting with C. Dartiguelongue and E. Serna. Her practice was further enriched through the study of sumi-e with Y. Takagi, and later refined in oil painting under her maestro, S. Stitchkin in Santiago, Chile.
She has also expanded her artistic vision through workshops in São Paulo, Brazil, and advanced figurative training in Pamplona, Spain, where she studied with renowned masters.
At the university level, Cristina teaches Western Painting Appreciation and Impressionism, maintaining an active and ongoing engagement with the principles of the great masters. This continuous dialogue between teaching and practice is reflected in her work, resulting in paintings that combine technical excellence, historical awareness, and emotional depth.
For collectors, her work offers more than visual appeal—it represents a solid foundation in tradition, a high level of craftsmanship, and the enduring value of an artist deeply committed to both knowledge and creation.
I exhibited professionally from 1986, in Argentina (1986-87), Italy (2011-2024), Spain (2007-2018), Chile (2003-2007), Brazil (2003), Germany (1993 and 2013), Japan (2010), UK (2016-2018), Sweden (2018) USA (2021-2023), Türkye (2024)
Highlights: Salón de Otoño. Salón Nacional y Salón de Óleo of the National Fine Arts Society of Chile. (2004-2006); Ciudadela, Pamplona, Spain (art event) "Sugerencias de los Sentidos" (2014)
Next exhibition
Villa Borromini, Lainate, Milano
The Warehouse Gallery, Dubai
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