Adelaide Fringe 2026
People & Places
Original works by emerging Australian artist Tim Christinat featuring oil and acrylic paintings of people and places with deep personal significance to the artist—from coastal scenes and wineries to intimate portraits—including works recently seen on ABC’s 2025 TV series Portrait Artist of the Year. You will be drawn to his style and worth the trip out west! Selected works for sale and opportunities to commission Tim for a piece that will connect to you.
Presented by: Tim Christinat
Painting has been Tim’s passion since 2011, when he created a portrait of his grandfather—an experience that led him to pursue art as a career. He is a self-taught abstract realist artist who has developed a distinctive style, drawing inspiration from other great artists while continually pushing his work to evolve. Based in Adelaide, South Australia, Tim’s artworks are collected both nationally and internationally, with pieces held in Australia, Switzerland, Singapore, the UK, and the US. His practice extends beyond canvas, including murals in pubs, youth spaces, homes, and offices. Tim was a recent contestant on ABC’s 2025 Portrait Artist of the Year, where he painted a live sitter in just four hours, demonstrating creativity under pressure while responding to the judges’ critiques.Suitability & warnings
Content rating:
G
Family friendly:
Yes
Target audience:
Primary (8-11) | Middle School (12-14) | High School (15-17)
Accessibility
- High visual content
- Suitable for audiences who may not have a comprehensive understanding of the English language
Presenter
Presented by: Tim Christinat
Painting has been Tim’s passion since 2011, when he created a portrait of his grandfather—an experience that led him to pursue art as a career. He is a self-taught abstract realist artist who has developed a distinctive style, drawing inspiration from other great artists while continually pushing his work to evolve. Based in Adelaide, South Australia, Tim’s artworks are collected both nationally and internationally, with pieces held in Australia, Switzerland, Singapore, the UK, and the US. His practice extends beyond canvas, including murals in pubs, youth spaces, homes, and offices. Tim was a recent contestant on ABC’s 2025 Portrait Artist of the Year, where he painted a live sitter in just four hours, demonstrating creativity under pressure while responding to the judges’ critiques.Social media
