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Education and Experience

My artistic journey spans a lifetime, beginning with childhood sketches and cartoons for classmates, evolving into a dedicated practice with soft pastels, pen and ink, and colored pencils on archival-quality surfaces. I also embrace modern technology, creating digital works with Wacom display panels and digital pens.

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Art has been a constant in my life, from early doodles to a formal Certificate in Illustration in my very young adult life from the widely advertised 'Draw Me' Art Instruction Schools in Minneapolis. My university degrees are BSBA -Finance/Management Science Option; MA Education -Curriculum and Instruction; and PhD in Education with applications in the secondary math classroom. These academic achievements informed my creative and teaching practices, blending discipline with imagination. Art has always provided the outlet I need for the energy I needed in my professional responsibilities. I have always needed both sides of my brain to thrive. About Karen I. Conger, Ph.D.

 

Multiple techniques in drawing, painting and sculpting including the latest digital technology as well as traditional materials including soft pastels, acrylics, oils, inks, graphite pencils, and sculpting clay have narrowed my focus. I find myself concentrating on building skills with soft pastels, pen and ink, and colored pencils in my traditional art; I use Wacom display panels and photoshop software with my digital pen and my digital art. They each have their place and I am learning that!

 

My painting style is realism and I occasionally add abstract  using Photoshop and one of my Wacom display panels. It is the perfect way to go abstract while concentrating on details. My goal is to create pieces that resonate with both heart and craft. My artwork celebrates the beauty of animals in our natural world; the beauty of serene and glowing landscapes; and the spatial wonders and linear patterns of architectural elegance. I attempt to render with precision and vibrancy. I also dabble with abstract blurs to integrate traditional techniques using cutting-edge tools with swishes of artistic technique from hand-held brushes and smudges.

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Professional Development 

 I value continuing education in any field of interest and I am constantly seeking or participating in quality online courses and traditional artist societies designed to broaden my knowledge in a wide variety of disciplines. I  also study religious philosophy and historical theology on an informal basis when I have time. I have always participated in online and on-site traditional and digital painting courses offered by quality fine artists in several fields. 

 

My painting style is realism and I occasionally add abstract using Photoshop and one of my Wacom display panels. It is the perfect way to experiment with abstract touches while concentrating on details.

 

My focus now involves also developing educational materials for students, parents, and teachers. It is in my experience, education, and my interests! I have many ideas and welcome collaboration with anyone in pursuit of similar objectives!

 

Please explore my portfolios to see my latest works, and feel free to connect with me about art, education, or collaboration opportunities. How can I help you? How can we work together?

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