ABOUT
ARTIST: Cristina T. Ingbritsen
Cristina T. Ingbritsen is a multifaceted professional artist, award-winning photographer, and arts manager whose creative journey traverses the realms of fantasy, folklore and beyond. With a distinct focus on exploring the nuances of folklore and the mystique of mythology in her work, she skilfully weaves together elements of empowerment and introspection.
Her portfolio is a testament to her commitment to authenticity, often described as brutally honest yet infused with a profound sense of compassion and empathy towards diverse cultures. Through her lens, she captures the essence of human experiences, inviting viewers to delve into introspective realms where societal constructs are deconstructed and reimagined.
Beyond her exploration of mythology, her commissions for clients extend beyond these themes, showcasing her versatility and ability to breathe life into diverse artistic visions.
With a penchant for realism in her portrait work, Cristina also embraces elements of semi-realism and manga styles, adding layers of depth and dynamism to her creations. Each piece she produces is a testament to her unwavering dedication to her craft and her unique ability to blend tradition with innovation.
Welcome to Cristina's world, where art becomes a transformative journey of self-discovery and cultural exploration.
Cristina was the co-owner and co-jewellery designer for The Dragon's Hoard. Cristina's future career goals include many more solo exhibitions, becoming a gallery curator/owner and/or university lecturer.
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours), RMIT (2022) (Second-class Honours)
Master of Arts (Arts Management), RMIT (2020) (Graduated with Distinction)
Graduate Diploma in Pedagogy (Secondary), University of Melbourne (2019)
Bachelor of Design Arts (Visual Arts Major), Australian Academy of Design (2017) (now called LCI Melbourne)
Exhibitions:
"Trance" (Fifth Instalment in "The Magic Hour" exhibition series), Solo exhibition, Sol Gallery, Fitzroy, 2023
“Feminism & The Occult” (fourth instalment in “The Magic Hour” exhibition series), Solo/Group, RMIT Melbourne City Campus, 2022 (RMIT Grad Show)
“The Women’s Hour” (third installment in “The Magic Hour” exhibition series), solo fantasy art exhibition, Regent Gallery, Preston, Vic, 2022
“Likeness”, Group exhibition, Brunswick Street Gallery, Fitzroy, Vic, 2021
“Connecting the Distance”, Group exhibition (Online), Working Parts Gallery, Thornbury, Vic, 2020
“The Devil’s Hour” (second installment in “The Magic Hour” exhibition series), solo fantasy art exhibition, Maggie’s Art Space, Collingwood, Vic, 2020
“The Witching Hour” (first installment in “The Magic Hour” exhibition series), solo fantasy art exhibition, Maggie’s Art Space, Collingwood, Vic, 2019
“Playlist”, Solo/Group Exhibit, Collingwood's Art Precinct, Collingwood, Vic, 2017 (Australian Academy of Design Grad Show)
Filmmaking Pop-UP Exhibit, Group Exhibit, Academy of Design Project Space, Collingwood, Vic, 2016
"Distracting Narcissus" Eckersleys Open space gallery, Group exhibit, Melbourne, Victoria, 2016
"The Odditorium" (Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival), Group exhibit, Port Melbourne, Vic, 2015
Awards:
Dean’s Art People’s Choice award for “Connecting the Distance”, Group exhibition (Online), Working Parts Gallery, 2020
Other Notable Projects:
Research trip to Salem, MA (U.S.A), 2024
Magazine article writer & Magazine design team member, As above so below (Online Magazine), 2017
Market Management Team Member, Blip Artist Market, 2017
Publications:
“Feminism & The Occult”, exegesis, 2022
“Artist run spaces: Then & Now”, research paper, 2020
“The conservative public v.s. fantasy art”, research paper, 2019
“Subcultures”, As Above, So Below online magazine, 2017
This business was previously known as Tattooed Blonde Punk Art.
To keep up to date with any of my recent art/photography ventures, you can find links to all of my social media platforms at the bottom of the page or by clicking on the Links tab.