Plein Air Art Show
Karen Hellen
Inspired by her artist Grandfather, Karen Hellen began graphite drawing at a very young age. Still enjoying pencil drawing,Karen has also worked in pastels, colored pencils, pen and ink, and watercolors. Lucky enough to be part of the Chincoteague community for more than 30 years, she finds inspiration on both Chincoteague and Assateague Islands.
Karen Hellen
Inspired by her artist Grandfather, Karen Hellen began graphite drawing at a very young age. Still enjoying pencil drawing,Karen has also worked in pastels, colored pencils, pen and ink, and watercolors. Lucky enough to be part of the Chincoteague community for more than 30 years, she finds inspiration on both Chincoteague and Assateague Islands.
![]() YOUNG FISHERMAN Karen Hellen $125 Watercolor/pen & ink - 15" H, 11" W Matted Total: 18" H, 14" W Seeing a child become a fisherman reminds me of my own childhood, fishing with my Dad. Assateague Channel provides the perfect classroom for this child and also offers him a spectacular view. Questions? skag299@yahoo.com Click to purchase |
![]() WATERING THE BLOSSOMS Karen Hellen $110 Watercolor - 15" H, 11" W Matted Total: 18" H, 14" W A nice addition to someone's yard, bringing back memories of days gone by. Aren't we lucky to have sprinklers today! I found the shadows on the pump as well as the shadow thrown from the barrel very fascinating to paint. Questions? skag299@yahoo.com Click to purchase |
![]() VACANCY Karen Hellen $100 Watercolor - 12" H, 9" W Matted and Framed Total: 14. 3/4" H, 11. 3/4" W The smell of delicate flowers is an invitation to neighborhood birds. It looks like a handmade birdhouse which makes one wonder if it was built by one of Chincoteague's famous craftsmen. Questions? skag299@yahoo.com Click to purchase |
![]() THE BOAT Karen Hellen $125 Watercolor/pen & ink - 8" H, 10" W Matted and Framed Total: 14" H, 17" W A typical Chincoteague fishing boat. Clear sky and calm waters should give the fishermen a good catch. Questions? skag299@yahoo.com Click to purchase |
![]() TRUE LOVE Karen Hellen $150 Watercolor - 16.75" H, 12.75" W Framed - Total: 17.75" H, 13/75" W Chincoteague ponies are so beautiful! They stand so bold and strong. No wonder there is always a crowd along the road watching them. The frame for this picture is antique. In fact the way the back attaches to the frame itself is by screws! All together this is a unique piece. Questions? skag299@yahoo.com Click to purchase |
![]() SAVAGE LAKE Karen Hellen $115 Watercolor/pen & ink - 10" H, 13" W Matted - Total: 12" H, 15" W This small lake is constantly changing. Nature influences the lake's shape, foliage, and subtle shadows. While painting, my serenity was only broken by the overhead flight of one of the island's many egrets. Questions? skag299@yahoo.com Click to purchase |