Born 1981.
Chris Plunkett began oil painting as an undergraduate at Plymouth State University, NH, and has continued his studio practice for over 20 years since. His work merges impressionistic realism with narrative, his subjects true to his life and journey.
Chris earned a Masters Degree in Art Education from Boston University in 2013, and has taught visual art in Boston Public Schools for over 15 years. He exhibits his work frequently in and around Boston. His studio is located in Dorchester, MA.
Plunkett is a core member of Fountain Street Gallery in Boston's SOWA district.
Recent Exhibitions
2022. 'Outlook'. Fountain Street Gallery, Boston, MA
2021. NAP juried exhibition, Scollay Square Gallery, Boston, MA (1st place award, professional category)
2021. 'Upended'. Piano Craft Gallery, Boston, MA
2021 Tunnel Vision'. Fountain Street Gallery, Boston, MA
2020. Solo Exhibition. Eclipse Gallery, Milton, MA
2019. Solo Exhibition, Ashmont Grille & Tavolo art galleries
2018 ‘Recreating Nature’ group show, Fountain Street Gallery, Boston, MA
2018 Solo Exhibition, Strand Theatre Gallery, Boston, MA
2018 Fountain Street Gallery Annex Member Show, Boston, MA
2016 ‘After Hours’ The Arnheim Gallery, Mass Art, Boston MA
2015 ‘After Hours’ Urbano Gallery, Jamaica Plain, MA
2015 Solo Exhibition, The Gallery at James’ Gate, Jamaica Plain, MA
2014 Solo Exhibition, Christopher’s Restaurant, Cambridge, MA
Education
2013 MAE, Boston University
2007 Teaching Licensed, Massachusetts College of Art and Design Teacher Preparation Program
2003 BA, Plymouth State University
Publications
https://digboston.com/upended-emphasizes-the-need-for-creativity-during-the-pandemic
https://www.dotnews.com/2018/his-goal-capture-beauty-everyday
http://bostonvoyager.com/interview/meet-chris-plunkett/