Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Monday, November 24, 2008
Monday, November 17, 2008
Friday, November 14, 2008
The CLSG Gala
Well, it's the day after and the Canadian Leukemia Study Group has raised over 10,000 dollars at the Gala last night. I was so honoured to have met Zaneta Pernicova http://www.ardmod.com/ and Gilda Pontbriand http://ca.geocities.com/gildart77/ , two very insprational artists. Please check out thier websites, they are absolutely fabulous ladies and masters of paint and media. I of course should mention Daniel Richer the MC for the evening who kept everyone laughing and entertained the entire evening http://www.danielricher.com/ . Deborah Vigier was an amazing 
hostess and event co-ordinator and was the glue that made this event so successful. What a great night for research best of luck to Dr.Richard van der Jagt MD and his team, we all hope to hear some good news in the near future.
http://www.clsg.ca/aboutclsg/mission.htm
hostess and event co-ordinator and was the glue that made this event so successful. What a great night for research best of luck to Dr.Richard van der Jagt MD and his team, we all hope to hear some good news in the near future. http://www.clsg.ca/aboutclsg/mission.htm
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
MEDIA RELEASE
For Immediate Release:
"Award-Winning Artists Support Survivors"
This year's Canadian Leukemia Studies Group Dinner Gala fundraiser has brought together several Canadian artists. Actor Daniel Richer, and artists Zaneta Pernicova and Christina Zeigler are just a few of the artists who have donated to support cancer research and the work of Dr. Richard van der Jagt. The Delta Ottawa Hotel and Suites plays host to the CLSG Dinner Gala on November 13, 2008 at 6pm.
Daniel Richer is once again emceeing this fundraiser. Zeigler and Pernicova are complimenting the dinner and silent and live auction with art exhibits. Both have contributed valuable pieces of art for auction and are donating 50% of monies received from the sale of their paintings at the event to CLSG.
From January to December Richer travels extensively in his role as actor, town crier, and storyteller. On Thursday, November 13 he will be putting his generous personality into overdrive and provide and evening of high quality entertainment. On his website, www.danielricher.com, it is apparent how cancer has personally touched Richer.
Zeigler grew up close to nature, always involved in wildlife and the outdoors. Her paintings are an excellent display of various Canadian landscapes. This is the
second time that Zeigler has come in with an exhibit to support the research of the Canadian Leukemia Studies Group.
Pernicova's family immigrated to Canada in 1993 from Europe. Art, history, music, and politics are great influences in her work, and are prevalent in her life. "I am inspired by all things visible and invisible. There is not a minute of the day where I do not feel inspired to paint," states Pernicova. Her unique style of art offers a realm of culture and history.
"Richer, Zeigler, and Pernicova are my heroes," states event chair Deborah Vigier. "The time and money they have given to ensuring the success of the CLSG Dinner Gala places them in the category of heroic Canadians. They are an inspiration to me in my own battle against cancer." All proceeds from the CLSG Dinner Gala go to the research of Dr. Richard van der Jagt at the Canadian Leukemia Studies Group, located at the OttawaHospital.
"Award-Winning Artists Support Survivors"
This year's Canadian Leukemia Studies Group Dinner Gala fundraiser has brought together several Canadian artists. Actor Daniel Richer, and artists Zaneta Pernicova and Christina Zeigler are just a few of the artists who have donated to support cancer research and the work of Dr. Richard van der Jagt. The Delta Ottawa Hotel and Suites plays host to the CLSG Dinner Gala on November 13, 2008 at 6pm.
Daniel Richer is once again emceeing this fundraiser. Zeigler and Pernicova are complimenting the dinner and silent and live auction with art exhibits. Both have contributed valuable pieces of art for auction and are donating 50% of monies received from the sale of their paintings at the event to CLSG.
From January to December Richer travels extensively in his role as actor, town crier, and storyteller. On Thursday, November 13 he will be putting his generous personality into overdrive and provide and evening of high quality entertainment. On his website, www.danielricher.com, it is apparent how cancer has personally touched Richer.
Zeigler grew up close to nature, always involved in wildlife and the outdoors. Her paintings are an excellent display of various Canadian landscapes. This is the
second time that Zeigler has come in with an exhibit to support the research of the Canadian Leukemia Studies Group.
Pernicova's family immigrated to Canada in 1993 from Europe. Art, history, music, and politics are great influences in her work, and are prevalent in her life. "I am inspired by all things visible and invisible. There is not a minute of the day where I do not feel inspired to paint," states Pernicova. Her unique style of art offers a realm of culture and history.
"Richer, Zeigler, and Pernicova are my heroes," states event chair Deborah Vigier. "The time and money they have given to ensuring the success of the CLSG Dinner Gala places them in the category of heroic Canadians. They are an inspiration to me in my own battle against cancer." All proceeds from the CLSG Dinner Gala go to the research of Dr. Richard van der Jagt at the Canadian Leukemia Studies Group, located at the OttawaHospital.
Thursday, November 6, 2008
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Sunday, October 26, 2008
If you are on facebook I have started a group, it's starting to pick up speed and there is a draw for the members only. I will be giving away a print of "Simply Be There". All you have to do is join the group, invite your friends to join and post your name under the disscussion board topic.
Here is a link to the group:
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=42938226944
The draw will be on January 31st 2009
GOOD LUCK!!!
Here is a link to the group:
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=42938226944
The draw will be on January 31st 2009
GOOD LUCK!!!
Friday, October 24, 2008
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Saturday, October 18, 2008
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
Sunday, October 5, 2008
Monday, September 29, 2008
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Casapscal
This was my first painting as a Zeigler, so naturally I gave it to my husband, my biggest supporter.
There are no copies and it is not for sale.
2 Years later.....
"Peggy's Cove Lighthouse" was the last painting I was able to do for the next 2 years. After being home for a year with my infant son and being able to paint during his nap times, I had to return to work. I am lucky enough now to work from home and provide day care for the neighborhood children. Through this new work I am able to channel my creativity through the kids with crafts and games. I was married in the spring of 2008, and from that point on I am Christina Zeigler and no longer a Leenhouts, (this explains my new signature). Needless to say my attention was focused on these events for those few years. So after this long break from painting there had been something still lacking in my life, until my Maid of Honour gave me a book called "The Artist's Way". I was hooked and it helped me give myself permission to put aside time to paint again. So with some confidence and the encouragement of my loving husband and family I am back and loving it, with a renewed sense of pride and passion in my work.
Here are my latest paintings.....
Here are my latest paintings.....
Cape Cod
16X20 Acrylic on Canvas 2003
This is one of my first sunset paintings, the ones that inspired me to continue painting.
Not for sale.
About the Artist
Mississippi Lake 200316X20
My First Painting
I was born in New Brunswick, Canada; grew up in the Ottawa area and currently reside near the Rideau River. I was brought up to recognize and appreciate the diversity and beauty of nature and I'm thrilled to be able to express my love of it through painting. The passion for this has only recently resurfaced as I explored different types of media in the past few years. Although I have been mostly self-taught and rely on what I learnt in high school art class, I attended the Ottawa School of Art in 2005. This has helped me refine my technique, renew my ideas and strengthen my motivation.
The materials I use are acrylic on canvas, watercolour or acrylic paper. I use many different techniques to apply this media and enjoy experimenting and challenging myself. However every one of my paintings require attention to detail and colour to capture the mood.
This is a true passion for me and I know I will continue painting throughout my life. I also enjoyed sharing my skills by painting for others who wanted to capture their special place in a portrait. I hope that in some way you find a connection with my work by recognizing the place or the feeling. Thank you for your audience, it is greatly appreciated.
Sincerely,
Christina Zeigler
I was born in New Brunswick, Canada; grew up in the Ottawa area and currently reside near the Rideau River. I was brought up to recognize and appreciate the diversity and beauty of nature and I'm thrilled to be able to express my love of it through painting. The passion for this has only recently resurfaced as I explored different types of media in the past few years. Although I have been mostly self-taught and rely on what I learnt in high school art class, I attended the Ottawa School of Art in 2005. This has helped me refine my technique, renew my ideas and strengthen my motivation.
The materials I use are acrylic on canvas, watercolour or acrylic paper. I use many different techniques to apply this media and enjoy experimenting and challenging myself. However every one of my paintings require attention to detail and colour to capture the mood.
This is a true passion for me and I know I will continue painting throughout my life. I also enjoyed sharing my skills by painting for others who wanted to capture their special place in a portrait. I hope that in some way you find a connection with my work by recognizing the place or the feeling. Thank you for your audience, it is greatly appreciated.
Sincerely,
Christina Zeigler
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