Hi, I'm Kristal

I’m a painter from Ann Arbor, Michigan, creating colorful scenes of animals and the occasional flower that feel calm, gentle, and a little removed from the noise of everyday life.

Each piece is designed to feel like a quiet moment, something you can return to when you need a small sense of ease.

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About Me

Small Stories in Paint

Framed artwork of a frog in a boat on a river, hanging on a wall above a wooden table with decorative items.

Freddie has always insisted that the best fishing trips have little to do with fish. He's perfectly content to come home with nothing more than the memories of a peaceful afternoon. Catching fish is just a bonus.

Painting of a fox doing yoga with a vase with dried plants, candle, and books on a shelf.

Ronin has settled into a position that feels solid beneath him. His balance is steady, with a slight wobble now and then, but no matter. He’s simply there, holding still long enough to notice how it feels.

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Calm, quiet moments in paint

Hi, I'm Kristal

Quiet Companions

The Tomato Garden Art Print

Give Flowers that Won't Wilt

Alongside the Cottage Path Blank Card

Nature for Calm Spaces

Antelope Canyon Blank Card

Small Stories in Paint

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