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We really enjoyed ourselves looking through the art at the Cristi Fer Art Gallery We met artist Cristiana Marinescu while at the gallery and enjoyed the conversation with her. We don't speak Spanish, so Cristiana's English was greatly appreciated. What a joy to discuss with the artist her thoughts and inspirations into the pieces we viewed. We bought a very reasonably priced unframed original painting that Cristiana carefully packaged and sent directly to home. It looks beautiful in our home and reminds us of the moonlight views in San Miguel. I highly recommend this gallery. When we return to San Miguel, we plan to take one of Cristiana's one day workshops.…
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Date of experience: February 2020
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Cristiana and Fernando are amazing! Such a great workshop and great value. I've learned so much in a week and have enjoyed getting to know them over the time as well
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Date of experience: May 2019
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.I was in San Miguel de Allende for only a few days, but I'm glad I was able to take a painting class at Christi Fer Gallery. With all the beautiful art all over the city, I felt inspired to create something of my own. I took the class from Fernando, and we painted flowers. I am a beginner, and I learned so much! He taught us about sketching our subject with charcoal first, and how to judge perspective and size. Also, we learned how to paint flowers and leaves, and a glass vase, and how to paint shadows and light. Fernando was very patient and funny and very encouraging. He is a really good teacher. I would encourage anyone who has a chance to take this class!…
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Date of experience: April 2019
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We had a 3.5 hour painting workshop, with the subject matter being the doors of San Miguel. It was very informative and we received one on one attention. We ran out of time near the end, during the instruction on shadows, but did manage to complete a painting to bring home! I do highly recommend this workshop!…
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Date of experience: April 2019
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I did not take the painting class, but bought 2 paintings from the maestro! One is 1 meter by 1 meter, the other is 1 by 1 1/2 meters. Both are beautiful mixed media oil and wax paintings. The colors are magnificent. His wisdom and skill are on display. Fernando was kind enough to hire a truck and bring them--and a couple others--to our home to see how they looked where they hang. We are delighted with both the artist and his art. Cristi was also very helpful and informative. I plan to visit them again.…
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Date of experience: February 2019
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Response from Cristiana M, Owner at Cristi Fer Art Gallery and Workshops
Responded Mar 20, 2019
Thank you for your review. The 2 paintings you bought were ones of my favorite work. My paintings are like my children so I am always happy when they have a home where they are appreciated. Looking forward to see you back in our gallery. Fernando
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