Often rich in symbolism and mood, her subjects range from human figures and birds to mythological and dreamlike scenes
Karen Wise is a Cheshire based contemporary artist whose creative journey began in the world of fashion design. After training and working in the fashion industry, she shifted her focus to fine art, bringing with her a strong sense of composition, colour, and form.
Her artwork blends figurative and impressionistic styles with subtle surrealist undertones. Often rich in symbolism and mood, her subjects range from human figures and birds to mythological and dreamlike scenes. Karen works across a variety of media, including watercolour, ink, gouache, pastels, and pencil, frequently combining them to create layered, expressive pieces.
Over her three decade career, she has exhibited widely across the UK. Highlights include being shortlisted for the Daily Mail’s Not the Turner Prize, receiving an award at the Three Counties Open at Keele University, and regularly showing her work at regional fairs and galleries. Karen also contributes to community workshops and charitable exhibitions, establishing herself as a vibrant and respected presence in the northern art scene.
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