Fern
Location: Scarpa
Inspired by eight joyous years of woodland walks with my dog Ella, who raced about as I collected botanicals to bring home to draw and paint. Her joy lives in every fern, leaf and flower — offered now to celebrate the happiness and devotion dogs bring to our lives.
ABOUT THE ARTIST:
Karen is a mixed-media illustrator and painter whose work centers on the quiet poetry of the natural world. Her imagery draws from a personal iconography of flora and fauna, shaped by close observation and intuition. Animals often serve as central figures, expressing connection, resilience, and presence. For over twenty years, she has taught encaustic workshops independently and at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and maintains a studio at McGuffey Art Center in Charlottesville.
Find Karen at:www.kareneide.com or on Instagram @kareneide
Artist: Karen Eide
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