Christina Deubel is Mountain Tidings

My earliest memories are of animals. Growing up on a 500-acre ranch, my childhood was filled with the presence of cows, chickens, and horses—my first friends. As I grew, so did my respect for the natural world and the richness it brings to our lives.

From a young age, I was drawn to the outdoors, spending my days fishing, exploring, and immersing myself in the landscapes that shaped me. That passion never faded. Today, I spend as much time as possible hiking, mountain biking, snowboarding, and traveling throughout the Northwest. Nature isn't just my inspiration—it’s an essential part of my creative process, influencing the way I see light, movement, and emotion in my work.

I have always been drawn to the physicality of painting. My journey began with fingerpainting, allowing me to connect directly with the canvas and translate raw energy into form. This intuitive, hands-on approach remains at the heart of my work, but over time, my artistic practice has expanded to include oils and mixed media. Now, I explore depth through layers of texture, mark-making, and dynamic compositions, capturing the essence of a place, an animal, or a fleeting moment rather than a strict representation. My paintings are not just images—they are experiences, invitations to feel rather than just see.

A continual theme in my work is light emerging from darkness, a reflection of the resilience found in nature and within ourselves. I believe that art has the power to connect, to evoke emotion, and to tell stories that go beyond words. Whether it's a grizzly bear, a fleeting sunset, or a shifting sea, my goal is to capture that energy and give it life on the canvas.

My work has been exhibited throughout the Northwest, featured in national and international publications, and showcased on PBS. While recognition is an honor, my greatest joy comes from seeing someone connect with a painting—whether it's a familiar landscape that holds deep meaning or the quiet awe of witnessing a creature come to life through color and form.

Want to follow along with my creative journey? Explore my blog, The Studio Journal, where I share behind-the-scenes insights, artistic explorations, and the stories behind my work.

Christina Deubel
Spokane, WA

509.768.1268