Christie Younger was born and raised in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, where she enjoyed a childhood filled with adventures in the countryside, sailing, horseback riding, and traveling the world with her family. Encouraged by her parents to explore her artistic talents, Christie delved into various disciplines, including painting, ceramics, and sculpture.

Despite obtaining a degree in biology from Appalachian State University, her passion for art persisted, leading her to further education in graphic design and fine arts. Christie's diverse background in both biological science and fine arts laid the foundation for her unique artistic perspective, which ultimately is intended to convey light, beauty, and simplicity while simultaneously expressing the complexities within a subject finding balance between contradictions and beauty in imperfection.