I was inspired by the verse Matthew 5:13 where it talks about being the salt and light of the world, and my brand Salt was born! Salt is a female-founded and owned Christian brand. All of my art pieces are inspired by things in nature. I have always loved creating and interior design. So making these beautiful pieces that can be added to your home not only adds organization and decor, but also serves as a little reminder to be the salt and light of the world! Currently I’m selling trays, but I envision paintings and other home decor items to be added to my collection.
Heidi Foran If you’d like unique centerpieces for your foyer, dining room table, wedding tables; or gifts that don’t require watering (and won’t die) I’ll bring floral arrangements in china tea cups, Italian porcelain pitchers, and vases. What’s more, I’ll bring wreaths that I’ve made with the best-quality florals and organic goods, assemble them with an industrial grade glue that holds up to 95 degree heat, and is humidity resistant. To ensure they’ll stay together, even in the windiest conditions, I wire them into place. All this I bring to my table with the guarantee that I’ll guarantee what I make, which means I’ll come fix whatever you’ve purchased from me as long as the buyer is local to the Houston area.
Enthusiasm, tenacity, laughter & creative! The words that come to mind when considering what tell you about Christina. She’s one to watch, and if you own an original, definitely keep an eye her art career! She has an adventurous streak too!
Description of Christina’s current paintings
The Mosaic Series started in 2013 with the “Mosaic Elephant” and is constantly evolving. When creating each animal, Christina Lynn Todaro moves fluidly through the process with sensitivity to the way she is feeling: every line, color, and texture is made focusing on the energy that encompasses her at the time. The animals are metaphors for things that are going on in her life. She loves placing meaningful symbols within the designs, and she always paints the eyes last.
“In this case,” Christina says, “I absolutely save the best for last! The eyes bring the animal to life!!”
All her paintings are acrylic on canvas. Commissions are welcome.
I love traveling to experience different cultures and exploring all the animals around the world! I love keeping fit doing yoga, running, and weight lifting! It is a way of life for me now. I took up winemaking in 2020 and I am exploring all the possibilities and flavor profiles! I was a mystery snail farmer for the last two years, but recently gave it up.
How did your art journey begin?
Ever since I was a little girl, I loved being alone and creating something from whatever I could get my hands on. I loved sewing up Barbie clothes for my Barbies and making accessories for them. I loved painting and drawing when I was little and was drawn to it. I would just do it!
And now?
I’m currently working on a koala bear painting and a kangaroo painting. Both were inspired by my most recent travels to Australia. I’m always trying to challenge myself with new media. I just finished a painting done with coffee of a cicada! It was a challenge, but I’m very happy with the result. I want to do more paintings in coffee; I think it could be a cool series. I’m always challenging myself with new media, but acrylic is my tried and true.
What are your big plans/goals for the future?
I want to keep traveling and getting inspired by the world! I want to share my experiences through my paintings with others! I want to go back to Italy and stay a while!
Do you have any big art plans?
I have a series of 13 paintings in my mosaic style about love in a non-traditional sense. I want to have a solo show showcasing these paintings in the future. They have never been seen! I want to keep growing the Mosaic Series! “I have artwork at the Whimsy Artisan. First Saturday Art Market, monthly.”
If you didn’t work in your medium, what would you choose?
Creating art is a way of life for me. I was a sculptor all throughout high school and college. Right before I graduated, I took a Photoshop class and I painted a digital painting. That prompted me to buy my first canvas and create my first painting. I’ve sewn skirts, done face painting, worked with ink, watercolor, digital, oil paint, and Prismacolor colored pencils. I guess that’s the long answer, but whatever interests me I’ll do without fear. I will find a way!
Christina Lynn Todaro visits Italy
Christina Lynn Todaro Adventures
Christina Lynn Todaro Adventures
Anything wild and crazy that would raise eyebrows?
Jack Ingram bought a print of my “Mosaic Elephant” because it reminded him of his grandmother.
I went surfing for the first time ever at Bondi Beach in Australia and was pretty good at it!!! It was so much fun!”
What guidance would you offer to a budding or novice artist?
Create small goals for yourself. Have patience with the process. Pay attention. Don’t give up on yourself. Stay hungry!”
Has attending the market impacted you and your art?
It definitely has been a great experience. Everything has ups and downs and a lot of learning involved. But, Mitch has given artists a great place to learn, share, and grow their art business!
Tell us one take away you’d like the public to know about the market.
It’s a great collective of different styles of art that are all done with quality in mind.
Have you experienced any inspiring sales or connection stories?
March of 2020, I had one of my largest and favorite commissions in the Mosaic Series! It was a giant tiger, and we all know I love to paint large. It was mesmerizing and an absolute blast to paint.
I employ various techniques honed during my tenure as a painter. I enjoy experimenting with diverse textures, materials, patterns, and painting techniques. Painting is not just a hobby but a passion I eagerly share with others. Email
My paintings are energetic abstractions with a concentration on movement and color themes. Making them is what I would think playing jazz would be like or dancing with color.
My name is Isabella, and I love art. My mother told me she knew art would be my passion when I was in kindergarten. I would always color inside the lines and was very meticulous in what I drew and how I colored it. She said I was always striving for my art to be perfect. She was right. I love how art makes me feel, but what I really love is seeing how my art makes others feel. I especially love painting flowers because to me they are the prettiest to paint. I know as I grow as an artist my art will grow too. I’m looking forward to taking this first step in making art my career.
