Christin Ciaccio of PBCB Studios contacted me the other day so that I could learn more about her art. Based out of Los Angeles, Christin and her husband share PBCB Studios where they paint, draw and design lovely things.

As a painter Christin’s expressionistic style is inpsired by notions of fate, luck and the paths we choose in life. Images of cherries, horse shoes, mushrooms and keys function as visual alphabet, allowing the viewer to project his or her own meanings onto the paintings.

Two new sections of the online shop include paintings that are under $25 (hello, perfect for gift-giving) and a “Birdy” section devoted exclusively to bird paintings (I LOVE these). I’ve got my favorites picked out already, how about you?

If you happen to be in the Los Angeles area this weekend, head on over to Christin’s studio in Eagle Rock. They’re opening the doors this Saturday evening for a holiday art walk.

Learn more about Christin, her studio, her process and gallery shows by checking out her blog. If you’re ready to start your modern art collection or are looking to add to your current one, head over to PBCB Studio’s shop now…

True Love-Bird (framed); London Whale-Let Go; Good Luck Horse Shoe: