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Brooke Karath• Native American portraits & Religious Icons |
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Brooke Karath
Website: brookekarath.com
406-599-3297
email: Brooke Karath
P.O.BOX 606
Abiquiú, NM 87510
ARTIST STATEMENT:
“Don’t be afraid of the space between your dreams and reality. If you can dream it, you can make it so.” Bela Davis
I have always been drawn to the beauty and spirit of northern New Mexico. I’m inspired by its rich regional heritage, majestic landscapes, and hypnotic night skies. I am also dazzled and moved by its people, their warmth, authenticity, artistry, and creativity. That very inspiration drew me into the creative process. I dared to dream, and I dared to embrace a life filled with passion and beauty.
In May of 2007, I picked up a paint brush for one of the first times in my life. Within months, not only was I sitting in my newly acquired one-room rustic log cabin/art studio in northern New Mexico, but several of my paintings were on display in a small art gallery in Chimayo. This ultimately led to my participation in the Abiquiu Studio Tour in 2008, and several one-woman shows over the past two years. There’s a Swedish proverb that goes something like this: “Those who wish to sing, always find a song.” Not only had I found my song, but I had found my voice as well. I work almost exclusively with pine and use a combination of watercolor, acrylic, and charcoal. This year’s exhibit will feature my Native American portraits and Religious Icons, as well as a few collaborative pieces with David Vargas, a very talented local wood carver and furniture maker. David has been absolutely masterful at bringing my vision to reality.
