Starting Fresh – Limited Edition Giclée on Canvas by Eric Christensen

Limited Edition Giclée on Canvas
Featuring Rubicon Cask Cabernet, “Starting Fresh” is Eric Christensen’s exquisite original watercolor brought to life in a fine art giclée.

"From the burgeoning summer garden comes a basket overflowing with an abundance of vegetables. But which ones to choose for the meal tonight? A feast for the eyes, the bouquet of color bursts forth from an assortment of peppers, tomatoes, cabbage and carrots. Radishes, radicchio, onions and eggplant tantalize the imagination of what banquet will be created from ‘Starting Fresh.’ To speed the decision, a glass of Cabernet – smooth & velvety – and a sliver of Gorgonzola will accompany the meal’s preparation."
— Eric Christensen

This vibrant composition pairs a bold glass of Cabernet with a colorful harvest of Napa Valley produce, making it a celebration of both wine and garden abundance.

Edition Details & Availability

Original Watercolor (30.5" x 24") – SOLD
This original has sold however the artist is available for commissioned work.

Limited Editions on Canvas:

• 30" x 15”

  • Signed & Numbered (SN) Edition of 50 – SOLD OUT

  • Artist Proof (AP) Edition of 10 – SOLD OUT

  • Publisher Proof (PP) Edition of 10 – 2 or fewer remain – confirm availability

• 40" x 20”

  • SN Edition of 100

  • AP Edition of 20

  • PP Edition of 15

• 48" x 24”

  • SN Edition of 25

  • AP Edition of 10

  • PP Edition of 10

Each limited edition is signed and numbered by Eric Christensen and includes a Certificate of Authenticity. Artist Proof and Publisher Proof editions (20% premium) also include an original artist sketch on the back of the artwork.

Mounting & Framing Options

• Traditional Mount (Rolled Canvas):
  Ships rolled in a tube, ready to be stretched and custom framed. This option does not include a printed gallery wrap edge. Ideal for collectors who want to select their own frame.
  Use promo code ROLLWITHIT for complimentary U.S. shipping on rolled canvas orders.

• Gallery Wrap (Rolled or Stretched):
  Canvas includes a mirrored image around the edges, designed to be stretched on 1.5” bars. Ships either:

  • Rolled in a tube, ready to stretch
    Use promo code ROLLWITHIT for complimentary U.S. shipping on rolled canvas orders.

  • Stretched and wired, ready to hang unframed or float-framed

Need help with framing? Contact us to have your artwork professionally stretched and framed by our framing specialists.

Quality

Eric Christensen’s giclée prints are produced with museum-quality archival inks and canvas, finished with a protective coating for long-lasting beauty.

Order Fulfillment & Shipping

• Shipping (U.S.):
  In-stock artwork ships within 3 business days. Out-of-stock editions may take 2–3 weeks to receive tracking on your order. We usually ship UPS Ground, fully insured, signature required.

• International Orders:
  Contact us for a competitive shipping quote.

• Payment Options:
  Full payment can be made online at checkout. However, we also offer the option to secure your artwork with a deposit. If you prefer this method, please contact us and we will email you a secure online payment link to complete your deposit and finalize your order.

About the Artist – Eric Christensen

Eric Christensen began painting professionally in 1992 and quickly earned recognition as one of the most celebrated Wine Country artists. Entirely self-taught, he developed a groundbreaking watercolor technique that produces images so vivid and detailed they are often mistaken for oil paintings or photographs. Christensen is the only known artist to achieve true hyperrealism using standard watercolor.

Born in Salt Lake City, Utah, Eric’s childhood interests included painting, botany, classical music, and gourmet cooking. These passions blended naturally into the lifelike still lifes and wine-country scenes that have made him world-renowned. After opening a successful gallery in Yountville, California in the heart of Napa Valley, Christensen ultimately chose to devote himself full-time to painting. His work has been featured in national magazines, newspapers, and on television, including Wine Country Living.

Eric’s “wine art” transcends the bottle itself to capture the romance of the Napa lifestyle — often incorporating fresh produce, flowers, and gourmet pairings into his compositions. His meticulous dry-brush technique requires over 30 layers of paint, allowing him to create luminous colors, rich shadows, and an extraordinary sense of realism.

Collectors of Christensen’s art often own multiple works, cherishing his rare ability to celebrate fine wine, food, and the beauty of natural materials in a single hyper-realistic image. His paintings are not only admired for their technical brilliance but also for their ability to transport viewers into the lifestyle of wine country.

Renowned Watercolor artist Eric Christensen in his home Studio working on one of his original watercolor paintings that he painted for Gallery 1870 in Downtown Napa.