Maine artist & photographer

Light. Color.
A sense of place.

From a quiet stretch of Maine coast to the colors of an autumn detour. Explore Christopher Lawrence’s paintings and photographs.

Barrens and Boundaries — Painting

Barrens and BoundariesAcrylic · 8 × 10 inches

On view at River Arts · Images: Real and Whimsical · October 8–28, 2026Exhibition & event details

The painted moment

Paintings

Coastal scenes, remembered places, and bold color. Christopher works in acrylic and oil to recreate the experiences that stay with him.

Select a work to read Christopher’s caption. Artwork year, availability, framing, and any missing dimensions await his confirmation. For works on exhibition, purchase inquiries go through the gallery.

Along the way

Photography

A harvest in the County, a bridge discovered by chance, and the stillness of water. Photographs from Christopher’s shared collection.

The artist

Christopher Lawrence

A Maine artist and photographer with an eye for the coast, rural scenes, and the small details of a place. His painting moves from wide-open seascapes to close studies of the world around him.

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“Representative of a moment; a memory of a place and time.”

— Chris Lawrence, artist statement shared by River Arts

The vibrant sky of a sunrise, waves breaking on rock, and the movement of a boat against a dock become starting points for paintings shaped by memory, color, and contrast.

Looking ahead: Christopher plans to spend the winter creating new work for the May–October 2027 selling season.

See the work in person

Galleries & exhibitions

Current exhibitions and selected past appearances. Check directly with the venue before making a special trip.

Current exhibition

River Arts

36 Elm Street Plaza · Damariscotta, Maine

Images: Real and Whimsical
River Room · With Stephanie Muri
October 8–28, 2026

Christopher reports 15 works in this exhibition.

Artist’s Choice
Selected work: Old Stone Bridge
Main Gallery · Through November 14, 2026

Tuesday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Past appearance

Arts in the Barn

Cushing, Maine

The Run was featured in its Wildlife Art Show, as shared in Christopher’s July 24 social post.

This is an exhibition-history entry; current representation and future dates are not confirmed.

Mark your calendar

Events & on-view dates

Exhibition dates and opportunities to meet the artist.

Oct172026

Meet the artists

Saturday · 2–4 p.m.

Opening reception for Images: Real and Whimsical, featuring Chris Lawrence and Stephanie Muri.

River Room, River Arts · Damariscotta

Reception details
Oct8–282026

Images: Real and Whimsical

A shared exhibition of colorful, representational, and whimsical paintings.

River Arts · Tuesday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Until Nov142026

Artist’s Choice

Old Stone Bridge is included in the juried exhibition in the Main Gallery at River Arts.

Dec2026

Celebration

A large artist-members exhibition, with another work by Christopher planned for display.

Exact dates, reception details, and venue to be confirmed.

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Exhibition date range: October 8–28.
Highlighted 17: artist reception, 2–4 p.m.
Gallery open Tuesday–Saturday.

Bring the work home

A piece. A place. A personal connection.

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Collectors, galleries & new opportunities

Find your next favorite piece.

For work currently on view, contact River Arts about availability. Follow Christopher on Instagram for new paintings, photographs, and exhibition updates.

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Selected work