Karen is a career graphic designer who began pursuing watercolor painting in 2016. She has attended watercolor classes and workshops and has participated in over 40 art exhibits in eastern and western Washington, and Idaho. Mostly inspired by nature, Karen’s watercolor paintings reflect her outdoor experiences. Karen is a signature member of Spokane Watercolor Society and an associate member of Northwest Watercolor Society. She served as chairperson for the Spokane Watercolor Society 2020 Open National Juried Show. Currently she is the workshop chair, board member, and newsletter designer for Northwest Watercolor Society.

I spend many hours outdoors each year on hiking and bike trails. Through my watercolor paintings, I try to describe not only the scenery, but my enjoyment of those experiences through my landscape paintings.