ChrisKleinArt

Proud to be a part of the new Artisan Collective as one of the Founding Members, showcasing the UK’s most original, independent creators.
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The prints are ready!
Some are already sold. Limited edition of 25 only. And they come with a certificate of authentication that is not only signed by me, the artist, but also by Dame Zandra Rhodes, the wonderful designer of Freddie Mercury's iconic top.

Zandra Rhodes loves this painting I did of the original top that Freddie Mercury tried on at her studio
I've made limited edition prints from this painting
She has kindly signed certificates authenticating 25 of these prints. A % of the sales will go to Freddie's charity the Mercury Phoenix Trust

Thank you to Abstract magazine and JL Jacobs for this wonderful article about me. It contains lots of my artwork, an impressive review (thank you Mikul), and my own very "abridged" life story!
abstractmagazinetv.com/2025/05/28/a...

This painting is Lepage's Macbeth
Thank you so much Robert Lepage for meeting me at the gallery
See this painting through the summer at Agora Gallery, Stratford and see the play at the Stratford Festival 🙂
And a big thank you to the wonderful costume designer, Michael Gianfrancesco 🙂

Here's my next completed painting 🙂
Acrylic on canvas, 30"x30", 76 x 76 cm.
You will be able to see this work in Berlin very soon at BBA Gallery, opening May 22nd 🙂

Finished painting, Lepage's Macbeth, acrylic on canvas. 60"x60"
See the painting soon a Agora Gallery Stratford.
The costume designer is Michael Gianfrancesco and the director is the amazing Robert Lepage 🙂
Lepage's contemporary take on the play reflects the biker gangs in Montreal in the 90's

Excited to see this painting varnished 🙂
Still wet, but I'll soon post the complete painting.
It will soon be in Agora Gallery Stratford for you all to see 🙂

Chris Klein: Capturing Theatrical History in Vivid Detail - AATONAU Chris Klein ’s evolution from motor trade to theatre-inspired realism has made him a global art sensation. Discover how his work.

A wonderful write up about me.
It makes great reading if you're interested 🙂
Thank you so much Aatonau 😊
Check it out here............
aatonau.com/chris-klein-...

Thank you very much 😊

Moving on with another painting 🙂
Can't stop now!

This painting is complete🙂
Acrylic on canvas, 60"x44", 152 x 112 cm.
A private commission, soon to be in it's new home.....

Here I am working on a painting again!
It's from a show that is coming to the Stratford Festival this year, and I'm hoping it will be on show at Agora Gallery Stratford for the opening.......... fingers crossed!
It's going to be a fantastic show 😉
Hope you like leather!

Very excited to share I've made it to the shortlist for the BBA Gallery show in Berlin, celebrating their 10 year anniversary. 🙂
I will be part of the show in May 🙂
The opening is May 22, my birthday, a good omen 😉

More progress on this painting.
The show is coming to the @stratfest.bsky.social in Ontario this year and I hope this painting will be on show at Agora Gallery for the opening.......... fingers crossed!
It's going to be an incredible show 😊

Here's another painting in progress 🙂
This will be 30"x30"
I'm working on a few at the moment, deadlines to meet!!!
More news soon 😉

A small painting for a big show! Just 20x20 cm
It is a small study for Sir Brian May's show costume he wore performing with Queen
Designed by Zandra Rhodes
Thanks Save Me Trust, Anne Brummer and Brian May for allowing me to paint this.
A portion of the sale will be given to the trust 🙂

And here's yet another work-in-progress!
Also from the Stratford Festival, this one is from a show that can be seen this year, and it should be a goodun!
If you watch the trailers for the shows, you might guess which one🤔
This will be 60"x60", that's 152x152 cm.

Another "smallish" painting.
This one is from a very popular show from last year's Stratford Festival season. Any guesses?
More coming up soon 😉

Very excited to be on the longlist for a show at the BBA Gallery in Berlin 🙂
Let's see if I make it to their shortlist. If I do, I'll be part of the show in May 🙂
I'll keep you posted........

It's World Theatre Day!
My paintings of the House of Capulet and the House of Montague 🙂
Both are from costumes designed by the incredible Paul Tazewell, who's just won an Oscar!
Romeo and Juliet, the @stratfest Production when I was the Head of Scenic Art, directed by Des McAnuff.

Finally complete 🙂
Acrylic on canvas, 24"x24", 61x61 cm
Brian May wore this performing on the roof of Buckingham Palace for the Queen's Golden Jubilee
Thanks again Save Me Trust, Anne Brummer and Brian May for allowing me to paint this
A % of the sale will go to the trust, supporting wildlife 🙂

Exactly 2 years ago I was working on my biggest costume painting so far. The Lion King 60"x96" 152x244 cm.
Julie Taymor is the amazing designer of these costumes.
So grateful to Disney Theatrical Productions and their president, Tom Schumacher, for allowing me to do this 🙂
©Chris Klein and Disney 🙂

Final tweaks to my painting.
Sir Brian May wore this coat on the roof of Buckingham Palace for the Queen's Golden Jubilee
Thanks The Save Me Trust, Anne Brummer and @drbrianmay.bsky.social for allowing me to paint this.
A % of the sale will be given to the trust, helping and supporting wildlife

Pleased to be a finalist in Vibrant Colors Virtual Art Exhibition by Ten Moir Gallery 🙂
This is my painting, Exits and Entrances, which sold through CK Contemporary in San Francisco.
Thank you 🙂

Just found this photo of me trying to paint in the style of Kline, Franz Kline that is!
It was for a sci-fi pilot that was never broadcast. Starring Matthew Goode called Roadside Picnic
Directed by the brilliant Alan Taylor. And it was fun working with the production designer, Neil Spisak 🙂

Still working on this striking red dress!

Received my copy of Art Seen magazine.
There are some great artists featured, and I'm proud to be included 🙂
Both of my paintings featured are now sold. But I still have work available, check my website www.chrisklein.com
You can buy the magazine in print or digital. Check it out at Amazon 🙂

Exactly 4 years ago!
This painting is now part of the touring show celebrating the life of Canada's famous choreographer Fernand Nault.
www.facebook.com/FCFN100

A teaser for my next painting!
A private commission coming along nicely 🙂