Amy Karnes, Western Paradise, oil, 20 x 24.
Colorado
Art Education: Bachelor of science in visual arts and a master’s degree in fine arts from Pensacola Christian College in Florida. I studied under Brian Jekel.
Style: Narrative representational.
Creative Spark: Most of my inspiration comes from my upbringing on a farm in Kansas. I strive to capture memories and moments of the simple life, a hard work ethic, family ties, and the beauty of God’s creation. Sometimes creative sparks come from a child’s gesture, early evening lighting, a brilliant sunset, or another artist’s masterpiece.
Other Passions: Farm life, enjoying the outdoors, preserving our American heritage, and spending time with the people I love.
One Thing Most People Don’t Know About You: Alone in the car or at my easel, you’ll always find me humming a tune. I love singing when nobody’s listening.
Amy Karnes, Morning Chores, oil, 12 x 16.
Best Advice Received: The goal for each painting should be to make it the best painting you’ve ever done.
Biggest Fear: That I’ll clean my brush in my coffee instead of in the thinner by mistake.
Quirkiest Trait: Close friends say I zone out. Truthfully, I’m just zoning in on my newest project or studying the environment, mentally mixing colors and values.
Price Range: $250 to $4,500.
Representation: Amery Bohling Fine Art, Scottsdale, AZ; Gallery 101, Marion, KS; ElevenOne Studios, Lillington, NC; www.amykarnesfineart.com.
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- Amy Karnes, 5,6 Pick up Sticks, oil, 30 x 30.
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- Amy Karnes, By Lantern Light, oil, 18 x 14.
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- Amy Karnes, Morning Chores, oil, 12 x 16.
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- Amy Karnes, September Sunset, oil, 36 x 24.
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- Amy Karnes, Still the Sun Shines Through, oil, 20 x 10.
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- Amy Karnes, Stories on the Porch Swing, oil, 30 x 24.
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- Amy Karnes, Summer Discoveries, oil, 20 x 24.
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- Amy Karnes, Western Paradise, oil, 20 x 24.
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- Amy Karnes, Who’s There, oil, 14 x 18.
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