Hello, I'm Christa Forrest.

Christa Forrest is a Southern California-based figurative artist with roots in New York and Connecticut. A self-taught creative spirit​,​ Christa left behind a 20-year career in finance to follow the call of her true passion - art. Driven by curiosity​,​ emotion​,​ and a desire to capture the human experience​,​ she now devotes her days to expressive portraiture. Her work explores the layers of identity​,​ memory​,​ and resilience​,​ often through vibrant​,​ textured techniques that bring soul and story to the surface. Christa’s artistic journey is one of reinvention​,​ continually evolving as she deepens her practice and embraces bold​,​ intuitive marks. Her portraits have been featured in numerous exhibitions across the East Coast and are held in both public and private collections. Whether painting in the studio​,​ teaching aspiring artists​,​ or sharing behind-the-scenes glimpses of her process​,​ Christa is passionate about helping others tap into their creative voice and embrace the courage it takes to begin again.