My New Mexico Map detail by Karen Carr

Shown: A whimsical look at the southwest corner of New Mexico.
Geologic period: Modern


Mural

My New Mexico Map detail

Karen's "My New Mexico" map for the New Mexico Palace of the Governors takes a whimsical look at New Mexico's most popular tourist destinations, natural attractions and special events.

In the southwest corner of the state, where Karen and her family make their home, you'll find the famous Jornada del Muerte, the NMSU Aggies, Spaceport America, stunning wilderness and outstanding opportunities for hunting, fishing, camping, climbing and more.

Other samples of work for New Mexico Palace of the Governors:

Client information:

Palace of the Governors
105 W Palace Avenue
Santa Fe, NM
505-476-5100

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— As a guest speaker or lecturer

In addition to the time she spends painting, Karen finds time now and again to serve as a guest speaker, lecturer and instructor to museum groups, professional organizations, schools and universities. She has also presented master classes in art and digital painting at universities in the U.S.

Karen has delivered recent presentations for these institutions and groups:

  • Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
  • Southern Methodist University
  • Guild of Natural Science Illustrators at the College of William & Mary and at Montana State University
  • New Mexico Highlands University
  • University of Texas at Arlington
  • University of North Texas
  • Dallas Paleontological Society

 

About Karen

Originally trained in the classical techniques of illustration and painting, Karen frequently speaks on the transition to a digital world, and on the challenges and benefits this transition poses for artists, clients and viewers. She conducts professional seminars on painting, illustration and digital image creation, and also offers specific programs tailored to the needs of professional groups or classroom instructors.

To contact Karen about a speaking engagement, just drop her a note or call her studio.

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