Chris Viau

Studio Member since 2011

b.1977

Chris Viau’s work straddles the line between abstract and representational. This is due to his planned, yet dynamic, brush and line work. Upon first glance one sees a blend of colors and textures that reveal themselves as lush landscapes or weathered coastlines.

“My favorite thing about being an artist is I can let my wild imagination show. The images that inspire me are landscapes. I feel that making landscapes is the best way to show my talent as an artist. Mostly I use chalk pastel.”

Viau approaches art making with a high level of enthusiasm and is eager to experiment with new techniques. In addition to drawing and painting, he is a published poet. He has published four illustrated poetry books: Chicago Seasons, Being in Harmony with Nature, My Own Ways Through This Life, and Autumn in the Northwest.

Viau’s art has been featured on studio merchandise, in local galleries and ArtLifting.

“In five years, I see myself as a role model for young adults with disabilities. I will most likely still be doing art and writing poems.”

Check out Chris’s 2021 Artist of the Month interview here.