Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Traditional Paintings

I was offered an opportunity to do a show with my husband at a downtown gallery. Not having any paintings did seem like a bit of an obstacle. After a year without touching traditional media I steeled my nerves, quashed my insecurities and dipped a toe back in. I now have three new works in watercolor.


 Brothers, Watercolor, 9" x 9"

 Metro, Watercolor, 9"x9"

Queue, Watercolor, 9"x11"

As an illustrator I can't let the idea of "story" go even in non-commercial work. That's why I chose this theme for the series. There is setting, mood, characters, and some implied action. By showing just feet and legs my aim is to allow the viewer an opportunity to create their own story. 

6 comments:

Will Terry said...

These are really great - I hope the show goes well for you guys - you deserve it!

deborahfreedman said...

Love these, Karen!

Jeff Magner said...

These are awesome....love the theme. I already have stories to tell about what's happening in these scenes. Can't wait to see your work hanging in the gallery.
Cheers!

1c20d2ac-3d4c-11e1-a389-000f20980440 said...

Fantastic work Karen - I love your creativity!

Karen Lee said...

Thanks guys!!

Kathleen S. Volcjak said...

Great pictures, Karen! I really like the first one, the "old" feet and the "younger" feet. Their posture speaks of a comfortable conversation that transcends age going on "above."