Presentation
Artist Statement:
Art has no barrier, it doesn't judge, it calms our inner soul, and has the power to bring out the most honest emotions in people.
I am an experienced artist based in the United States. My paintings have been exhibited nationally and in Italy. In addition my art has been featured in publications such as HOW Magazine. I refer to my multi-layered technique as StrataLife, as it investigates the vast layers of experience we carry around. Through different shades of colors, textures, reflections and movement...I invite the viewer to reflect upon themselves as if looking into a mirror of one's soul.
Education:
I have been to art magnet schools since I was in middle school. I graduated from Design and Architecture Senior High in Miami FL. Studies included fine art, and fashion design. I have owned an operated a faux finishings business for 15+years. I have designed, and painted artistic finishes on walls, including mural work, and furniture refinishing. My work is displayed on walls in homes, and businesses from Florida to California.
Awards & Distinctions:
1992 M.A.D.D art poster contest 2nd place award in Miami FL.
1992 Scholastic Art Awards Nominated in Miami FL.
2021 Luxembourg Art prize certificate of merit
Exhibitions:
2019 Radiance at the Alpha Voyage Gallery
2019 StrataLife at the Alpha Voyage Gallery
2021 Romantica Shape of my art/ M.A.D.S art gallery in Milan Italy
2020 Love Exhibit at the Alpha Voyage Gallery
2019 Bottega Exchange
2018 Las Vegas first Friday/The arts factory Las Vegas
1992 Museum Education program annual exhibition in Miami FL
Artistic Influences:
I enjoy expressionist, surrealism, art deco, mid century modern syles. I love Vincent Van Gogh, Larry Poons, Vladimir Kush, Frida.
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When was Karen Coates born?
The year of birth of the artist is: 1978