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There was an amazing oil painting over the fireplace that lit up the room. I sought out the artist, picked up a palette knife and began to paint and study art in earnest.  As an artist my goal is to paint not only what I see, but what I feel. My faith, my family and my inherent love and awe for the natural world provide unending inspiration for me. Next to family and friends, travel is my great joy in life and the countries I have visited as well as the people I have met continue to inspire my art and my writing.  




In 2017 - standing in the living room during church small group, my love for art was rekindled. 

About the Artist 

Hi, I'm Karen!

Karen is an abstract impressionist who paints primarily in oil. She has studied with several notable oil painters, to include her friend and mentor, Geri Eubanks, Qiang Huang and Barbara Davis.  

Karen is constantly inspired by her four young grandchildren, which has led to numerous acrylic and mixed media works for nurseries, playrooms and family spaces.  





I want to see the world…for the beauty, for the art, for the inspiration.

WORLD TRAVELER

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My first great love was a horse named Beauty. Dozens of dogs, cats, bunnies and birds later, I now reside with two awesome kitties, Sebastian and Annabelle.

UNAPOLOGETIC ANIMAL LOVER

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I’m a hopeless romantic who finds great joy in creating and capturing the beauty I encounter.  

OIL PAINTER

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"Honey" to four awesome grandchildren!

FAVORITE TITLE

Texas Two-Steppin'

Secret talent

Scott's Antiques, J Crew and Lulu Lemon

TAKE MY MONEY

Sweet Tea

GUILTY PLEASURE

Paris, of course!

Favorite cITY

Your at-a-glance guide to where I stand on all the truly important things.

THE QUIZ

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Happy are the painters, for they shall not be lonely. Light and color, peace and hope, will keep them company until the end of the day. - Winston Churchill

A FEW THINGS I BELIEVE:

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Life's sweetest moments begin with a small hand in yours" 

A FEW THINGS I BELIEVE:

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the portfolio

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