Christopher James Murphy

One of a kind artwork created with a love of materials and the process of artmaking

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About CJM

Christopher is a London-based visual artist specialising in the male nude in oil and watercolour. Exhibited in London and online among other queer talent, and published in books and zines, Christopher tackles projects which allow his vision of self-expression and therapy through art.

Self-taught via short courses, technique books and regular practice, Christopher focuses on sharing the progress of his artmaking to show that everyone can embrace image creation and the path away from embarrassment and towards celebration and catharsis.

Christopher sells his work online and in exhibitions and pop-ups.

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Testimonials

"We've ordered a total of eight pieces by Christopher James Murphy and could not be more satisfied. The pieces are beautiful, and friends who have seen them are now looking at what other pieces are available from him. Christopher has also been wonderful at communicating with us, and the pieces arrived very well-packaged. Thanks for making our home more beautiful!"

Maughn Gregory, United States
"I purchased a watercolor from Christopher James Murphy called, “Laid Down Seduction.” The artist made the entire transaction very easy and stress free. He shipped the work to me very quickly. The painting itself exceeded the image that I’d seen online and was so vibrant and interesting once seen in person. The painting has brought me so much pleasure and I am so honored to have his work displayed in my home."

Michael McGovern USA
"Terrific artist and terrific service."

GREGORY LEWIS, United States
"Simply a beautiful and exquisite little watercolour and I thank the artist for creating it and then parting with it. The warm pinks of the naked flesh are subtly toned from light to shadow and nicely contrasted by the pale blue wash of the background. We've seen the anonymous naked torso selfie a thousand times before, but the artist has reinvented this as a work of art. I love it. Thankyou."

Mark Gilyead, United Kingdom
"Excellent piece of work, and it arrived quickly/arrived very securely wrapped. Am very delighted with the art purchase."

Andrew Moorfield, Greece
"Amazing experience could not fault anything and really happy with the piece, I know my husband will love it when he sees it on Christmas Day!!"

Matthew Pritchard-Evans, United Kingdom
"It went all perfectly smooth - the art work arrived well - Christopher stayed in contact with me throughout the shipping process - and I am happy with the paintings! Thumbs up!"

FALK RICHTER, Germany