Karen Bakke
Washington
Washington State artist, dabbling in oil "en plein air" and elsewhere.
Message
Having always been an artist, Karen Bakke has had careers in Illustration, product design, and in post-production for tv and film. Karen's path now is truly linear as a fine artist. She quickly found her directive both in oil painting and plein air several years ago and paints across western states and frequents Yosemite National Park. Karen enjoys traveling to juried art competitions and has never limited herself to any one subject when painting en plein air. Karen is a former president of Plein Air Washington Artists. She shows seasonally and is represented by the Scott Milo Gallery and through the LaConner Arts Foundation. She has had her work in many gallery shows throughout the west coast. She is a member of Oil Painters of America, American Impressionist Society,Plein Air Washington Artists and Yosemite Sierra Artists. Her latest postings are found on Instagram @karenbakkestudio.
Statement
An idea for art is everywhere and I yearn to capture each moment, every story, on the easel. Painting "en plein air" gives me that instant satisfaction of the vibrancy of the moment. Painting in the studio allows me the time to experiment and flourish in my creations. My drive and diverse experience in art awards me with the wings to take on any challenge and a variety of subject matter. There is a constant endeavor to convey the passion and joy I feel as I paint. That is my aspiration, to share the love of art.