Landscapes, Seascapes & Gardens

"Painting is an expression of the mind. It is constantly evolving to evoke feelings of the moment. I am inspired by nature. Creating an image that shares experiences with the viewer is my lifelong passion. The reward is in captivating their attention and enabling them to make the visions their own."

Her vibrant paintings depict scenes from her travels and local surroundings. Karen's expressive brushstrokes dance across the canvas in a rythmic burst of color.

Karen is a native of Baltimore, Maryland. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from James Madison University with degrees in Business and Art.

Solo Exhibitions
The Loft Gallery ~ Occoquan, Virginia
2007 "The French Countryside"
2006 "New Horizons"
2004 "The Time is Now"
2002 "Favorite Escapes"

The Vienna Arts Center ~ Vienna, Virginia
2007 "Spring into Summer"

The Historic Manor House at Green Spring Gardens Park ~ Alexandria, Virginia
2007 "Inspired by Nature"

Continuous Exhibitions
Workhouse Arts Center ~ Lorton, Virginia
The Loft Gallery ~ Occoquan, Virginia
Belmont Bay Harbor ~ Woodbridge, Virginia
RE/MAX Riverside ~ Occoquan, Virginia

Permanent Corporate Collection
2008 Inova Kellar Center ~ Fairfax, Virginia
“The White Butterfly Bush”

Permanent Public Art
2008 “Art in the Pages”
“Childhood Favorites” Dolley Madison Library
McLean,VA Sponsor Lynda Johnson Robb
“Jefferson's Works” Thomas Jefferson Library
Falls Church, VA Sponsor ExxonMobil

Magazine Artist Profile
2009 elan magazine ~ Great Falls, VA ~ February
"In her Element" by Mary Awosika

Awards
2006 Honorable Mention ~ Springfield Art Guild at
River Farm ~ Alexandria, VA

2005 Emerging Artist Award ~ Springfield Days
Springfield, Virginia

Organizations
Washington Project for the Arts
Arts Council of Fairfax County
Springfield Art Guild