Karen Macartney is a realist artist working primarily with pastels. Inspired by her central Victorian surrounds, Karen captures the subtle beauty of everyday objects through aesthetic still life arrangements. Her works often centre on Heathcote’s native flora and fauna, offering a preview of the flourishing life that is easy to overlook in the dry landscape.
Drawing on her years studying under several renowned Australian painters, Karen uses traditional life drawing techniques to masterfully capture light and colour in her compositions, which are drawn from life in her studio.
Having exhibited locally and nationally for over 20 years, Karen’s accolades include multiple awards for Best In Show, Best Pastel and People's Choice.