I’m a great believer in luck. The harder I work, the more luck I have.
Peer Christensen has been working professionally in the medium of oil paint for more than 25 years, with paintings of commonplace objects, urban and industrial landscapes, floral studies, still life, and atmospheric night scenes.
He has been involved in the gallery and picture framing business for over 30 years, establishing his own business in Peterborough, Christensen Fine Art.
He is sought out for his knowledge of art conservation and framing, contributing to institutions such as the Art Gallery of Peterborough and the Peterborough Museum and Archives.
How do some people overcome adversity to achieve personal and professional success?
Find out at “What doesn’t break you makes you stronger”, the fifth annual Peterborough SPEAKS series featuring the stories of six compelling and innovative individuals.
This year’s speakers are Margot Austin (senior design editor, Canadian House & Home), Paul Hickey (President of BrandHealth and golf columnist), Ann Douglas (parenting expert and author), John Boyko (author, historian, and former Dean of Social Sciences at Lakefield College School), Peer Christensen (internationally acclaimed artist), and Phyllis Williams (Chief of Curve Lake First Nation).
The Greater Peterborough Health Services Foundation presents “What doesn’t break you makes you stronger” the fifth annual Peterborough SPEAKS series, on Wednesday, April 15, 2014 at The Market Hall (140 Charlotte St., Peterborough).
Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with pre-show entertainment with Christopher Dallo and Brian Roman featuring emcee Linda Kash. Speakers begin at 7 p.m. in a question-and-answer format with interviewers Stuart Harrison and Michelle Ferreri.
Tickets are $50, with proceeds from the event supporting mental health therapy programs. For more information, visit www.gphsf.ca.
