To believe is folly,
To question is joy.
Red berries form,
on trees of holly:
Where do they come from?
Kristin Lynn Golden, born in 1989, is a painter whose work explores her spiritual connection with nature, particularly the ocean and celestial bodies. Her process is one of mindful open-endedness, allowing her heart to guide her hand. Blending abstract gestures with recognizable imagery, she creates dreamlike, atmospheric pieces that evoke both serenity and the profound power of nature. Her work often focuses on the interplay of light and water, capturing the ethereal qualities of dawn and night reflections. Kristin's intention is to share her personal experience of nature's healing presence, inviting viewers to connect with the transcendent beauty she observes. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Southern Maine, and previously studied Painting at Virginia Commonwealth University.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Art in Painting and Drawing, Summa Cum Laude
University of Southern Maine, 2023
Associate's Degree in Liberal Arts, Summa Cum Laude
Northern Virginia Community College, 2021
Studied Painting and Printmaking at
Virginia Commonwealth University, 2008-2011
Awards/Exhibitions
"Wintering," Boothbay Harbor Regional Artist's Foundation, 2025
Ocean House Gallery Holiday Show 2024
Teeny Tiny Trifecta 7, 2024
BFA Thesis Exhibition, 2023
President's Purchase Award
Dean’s List
University of Southern Maine, SP 2022, FL & SP 2023
Presidential Scholars List
Northern Virginia Community College, SP 2021, FL 2019
Dean’s List
Northern Virginia Community College, SP 2019
German Student of the year
Osbourn High School, 2006-2007
Outstanding Student Achievement Award Concerning Environmental Community Service
The School Board of the City of Manassas, Virginia, 2004-2005
2023 Artist Talk
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