Artist Biography
Karen McLain is a third generation Arizona native. Growing up in Arizona, she developed a deep appreciation for the outdoors, and for the rural and ranching lifestyle.
Karen graduated from Arizona State University with a B.A. in Studio Art. She went on to pursue more traditional and realistic styles, and to create a style of her own.
A number of commissioned works are accepted from collectors. The rest of the time, Karen can be found drawing or painting en plein air. These landscapes and life studies of horses are then developed into larger works in her studio. Mclain states,"Painting from life not only reveals natures beauty first hand, it also challenges me to focus and see clearly the light, form and wonderful color present."
Time spent in the saddle, and painting en plein air, results in an outlook that McLain describes as, "Drawn from life, and inspired by life", which is reflected in her work.
"Painting is a Soul-searching process. It is the soul of my subject that I seek."
-Karen McLain