Born in 1978, and showing early proclivity for drawing, Chris De Rubeis was given an airbrush by his grandfather. What followed was unrestrained creativity that spans the breadth of dynamic abstracts featuring weightless, diaphanous and seamless forms of color and light to hyper-photo realism. Further distinguished by holographic imagery and haunting sensuality, his unique work creates and in fact, exaggerates depth through the masterful manipulation of light.

Chris is of the opinion that, "...all art should inspire and evoke emotion... art should be something you can actually feel." Though capable of capturing light on any surface, his preferred medium is aluminum. "...I favor metal because I can combine a form of sculpture as the foundation for my expression and have found a way to enhance my ability to communicate emotions more intently."

Chris De Rubeis has studied at the Pasadena Art Center College of Design, as well as the Associates in Art College in Sherman Oaks. He was inducted into the National Art Honors Society and was a key contributor to the California Institute of the Arts Community Art Showcase. His work was featured during the telecast of the 2000 American Music Awards. Also, as the exclusive airbrush artist for MGS custom motorcycles, Chris' airbrush played the key role for their flagship chopper, "Dragon Slayer," which continues to earn many awards, including "Best Paint" at the 2005 Grand National Roadster Show.

He has appeared with his work on the Playboy Channel and has been featured on the DIY network (fall '06). In July 2005, Chris was honored with two nominations in the "mixed media" and "new movement" categories and was the proud recipient of the first annual ARTV Award in New Movement.