Karen Ni works primarily in acrylics, drawing inspiration from nature, old-time photographs, still life scenes, and whatever sparks visual intrigue. Karen’s approach to painting is self-taught and intuitive, driven by a love of color, texture, and mood. In addition to painting, Karen hand-builds and throws clay, gravitating toward organic forms and often finishes her pieces with underglazes and stains to achieve a more tactile, grounded feel.

Karen’s art features a mix of paintings and sculptures, including vibrant depictions from the Great Depression era, delicate bees and blossoms, and whimsical clay sculptures. Together, they reflect her ongoing curiosity about visual storytelling and playfulness in art.

During September 2025, you can enjoy Karen’s artwork at Sound Community Bank and online at portludlowart.org. The public is invited to attend a reception for Karen on Wednesday, September 10^th, from 4 to 5 p.m. in the lobby of the bank and 5 to 6 p.m. at the adjacent Port Ludlow Art League Gallery.