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Karen is originally from Nova Scotia, Canada. She has travelled to and lived in various parts of the country from Newfoundland to British Columbia. Karen currently studies, works and resides in Markham, Ontario.

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Footsteps in the Snow remembers a child's wandering amongst trees in fresh fallen snow. The path reflects the aimless, unhurried wonderment of childhood and the discovery of simple pleasures. Derived from an original photograph taken by the artist, Karen McNab.]]> David McNab photo
Footsteps in the Snow remembers a child's wandering amongst trees in fresh fallen snow. The path reflects the aimless, unhurried wonderment of childhood and the discovery of simple pleasures. Derived from an original photograph taken by the artist, Karen McNab.]]> Mon, 25 Jan 2010 11:28:49 -0700 http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/Still+life+with+pumpkin.jpg.html http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/Still+life+with+pumpkin.jpg.html
This painting harmonizes a variety of contrasting textures, colours and forms into a classic still life presentation. The rough texture of the broken jug contrasts sharply with the smooth newness of the small pumpkin and the shiny surface of the stein. Draped behind and below these objects is a blue velvet drapery that ties these diverse elements together.

First Prize, Oil Painting Any Subject, Markham Fair 2009
Best Oil or Acrylic Painting, Markham Fair 2009]]> Karen McNab photo
This painting harmonizes a variety of contrasting textures, colours and forms into a classic still life presentation. The rough texture of the broken jug contrasts sharply with the smooth newness of the small pumpkin and the shiny surface of the stein. Draped behind and below these objects is a blue velvet drapery that ties these diverse elements together.

First Prize, Oil Painting Any Subject, Markham Fair 2009
Best Oil or Acrylic Painting, Markham Fair 2009]]> Sun, 13 Dec 2009 14:36:40 -0700 http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/KMcNab+Earl+Bales+Park.jpg.html http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/KMcNab+Earl+Bales+Park.jpg.html
Earl Bales Park, Toronto.]]> David McNab photo
Earl Bales Park, Toronto.]]> Wed, 11 Nov 2009 14:48:58 -0700 http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/KMcNab+Self+Portrait.jpg.html http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/KMcNab+Self+Portrait.jpg.html
Not for sale.]]> David McNab photo
Not for sale.]]> Wed, 11 Nov 2009 14:48:58 -0700 http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/KMcNab+Heredity.jpg.html http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/KMcNab+Heredity.jpg.html
Heredity works with the concepts of roots, colour and flow.]]> David McNab photo
Heredity works with the concepts of roots, colour and flow.]]> Wed, 11 Nov 2009 14:48:58 -0700 http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/KMcNab+Feluca.jpg.html http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/KMcNab+Feluca.jpg.html
A very typical scene on the Nile River, as seen from a river cruise boat. Based on a photo taken by the artist.]]> David McNab photo
A very typical scene on the Nile River, as seen from a river cruise boat. Based on a photo taken by the artist.]]> Wed, 11 Nov 2009 14:48:58 -0700 http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/Glacier.jpg.html http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/Glacier.jpg.html
Glacial Melt captures the moment of collapse of a large block of subarctic glacier into the sea. This work stands almost a metre tall, reflecting the majesty of the glacial formation in dimension and drama.]]> Karen McNab photo
Glacial Melt captures the moment of collapse of a large block of subarctic glacier into the sea. This work stands almost a metre tall, reflecting the majesty of the glacial formation in dimension and drama.]]> Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:23:41 -0600 http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/Rocky+outcrop.jpg.html http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/Rocky+outcrop.jpg.html
This smaller work was created with a palette knife to give the rock surfaces texture and depth. High contrast between the deep, cool blues of background and the bright yellow and golds of the rock give interest to the composition.]]> Karen McNab photo
This smaller work was created with a palette knife to give the rock surfaces texture and depth. High contrast between the deep, cool blues of background and the bright yellow and golds of the rock give interest to the composition.]]> Thu, 08 Oct 2009 18:10:25 -0600 http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/Waterfall.jpg.html http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/Waterfall.jpg.html
Nearly abstract in feel, this rendering of a medieval water spill in the countryside of England is actually a faithful piece of realism. The delicate modelling of color ensures the scene resonates with antiquity and calm.

Based on an original photograph by Malcolm Miller of St. Catharines Ontario.]]> Karen McNab photo
Nearly abstract in feel, this rendering of a medieval water spill in the countryside of England is actually a faithful piece of realism. The delicate modelling of color ensures the scene resonates with antiquity and calm.

Based on an original photograph by Malcolm Miller of St. Catharines Ontario.]]> Thu, 08 Oct 2009 18:01:41 -0600 http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/Orange+Lily.jpg.html http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/Orange+Lily.jpg.html
The large Orange Lily is a companion piece to the White Lily also displayed on this site. The warmth of the orange and reddish hues provides and interesting contrast to the coolness of the colours in White Lily.]]> Karen McNab photo
The large Orange Lily is a companion piece to the White Lily also displayed on this site. The warmth of the orange and reddish hues provides and interesting contrast to the coolness of the colours in White Lily.]]> Thu, 08 Oct 2009 14:17:39 -0600 http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/Mr_Nib.jpg.html http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/Mr_Nib.jpg.html
This graphite portrait of a man is highly realistic. Taken from a portrait photograph of the artist's husband.]]> Karen McNab photo
This graphite portrait of a man is highly realistic. Taken from a portrait photograph of the artist's husband.]]> Thu, 08 Oct 2009 14:17:39 -0600 http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/Cactus.jpg.html http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/Cactus.jpg.html
This small yet colourful image playfully reflects the contradictions of thorny unapproachability and prettiness that the cactus embodies. The abstracted blues and purples in the background illuminate and focus attention on this simple yet beguiling subject.]]> Karen McNab photo
This small yet colourful image playfully reflects the contradictions of thorny unapproachability and prettiness that the cactus embodies. The abstracted blues and purples in the background illuminate and focus attention on this simple yet beguiling subject.]]> Thu, 08 Oct 2009 14:17:39 -0600 http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/Hibiscus.jpg.html http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/Hibiscus.jpg.html
The velvet texture of the leaves contrasts with the brilliant hues of this highly detailed rendering of an Hibiscus flower against an orange brick background.]]> Karen McNab photo
The velvet texture of the leaves contrasts with the brilliant hues of this highly detailed rendering of an Hibiscus flower against an orange brick background.]]> Thu, 08 Oct 2009 14:17:39 -0600 http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/White+Lily.jpg.html http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/White+Lily.jpg.html
The White Lily and Orange Lily are companion pieces, the white being cooler in tone.

First Prize, Floral ANy Medium, Markham Fair 2009]]> Karen McNab photo
The White Lily and Orange Lily are companion pieces, the white being cooler in tone.

First Prize, Floral ANy Medium, Markham Fair 2009]]> Thu, 08 Oct 2009 14:17:39 -0600 http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/August+sunset75percent.jpg.html http://mcnabs.net/v/karen/August+sunset75percent.jpg.html
Based on a photograph taken by the artist at a summer home in the Kawartha lakes, this original oil painting captures the warmth and serenity of sundown over water at the end of a hot summer day.

First Prize, Large Landscape Any Medium, Markham Fair 2009 ]]> Karen McNab photo
Based on a photograph taken by the artist at a summer home in the Kawartha lakes, this original oil painting captures the warmth and serenity of sundown over water at the end of a hot summer day.

First Prize, Large Landscape Any Medium, Markham Fair 2009 ]]> Thu, 08 Oct 2009 14:17:39 -0600