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Karen Israel pastel artist.

Karen Israel’s pastel paintings are defined by their dynamic compositions and unique viewpoints. She is influenced by the light and mood of the subject and lets those elements dictate her approach. These subjects are rendered with a strong appreciation for the rigors of formal design coupled with a fearless array of color choices.

In addition to numerous awards, Karen’s work has garnered the honor of Signature Member with the American Artists Professional League, Master Circle with the International Association of Pastel Societies, and Master Pastelist with the Pastel Society of America. Karen is an artist member of the Salmagundi Club, NYC, The Copley Society, Boston, and the Lyme Art Association.

Karen conducts many teaching demonstrations and workshops throughout the United States, and she has served as a juror for many national competitions.

In May 2022, Karen’s pastel paintings were on exhibit with Les Amis Des Arts in Pastels of the World in Bourbonnais, honoring American Women pastelists, Montluçon, France.

Karen’s pastel paintings were featured twice in Pratique Des Arts: August 2020, July 2018, and in Southwest Art Magazine in April 2021.

Raymond James is not affiliated with Karen Israel