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About the Artist
About the Artist
Art has been an integral part of my life since I could appreciate the wonder of seeing. Although I primarily work as an enamelist and oil painter, I create original artwork in a variety of media because there are so many ways to express God’s gift of sight, color, and texture.
Having earned my teaching credentials for all grade levels, I
Art has been an integral part of my life since I could appreciate the wonder of seeing. Although I primarily work as an enamelist and oil painter, I create original artwork in a variety of media because there are so many ways to express God’s gift of sight, color, and texture.
Having earned my teaching credentials for all grade levels, I taught high school art for 25 years and tutored all ages. I love sharing my knowledge and enthusiasm of art with others. Because my husband served in the military, I have been privileged to live and exhibit around the world, and to have shown and sold in exhibits almost yearly for the past 50 years. I’ve won numerous awards for my art, and I continue to be involved in the local arts. All of my artwork is original, although I do offer reproductions of some of my art.
During the time I was teaching art I lost the sight in my left eye, partial vision in my right, and my world changed forever. A few years later, I suffered a grievous injury which severely limited my mobility. Although permanently visually impaired and physically limited, I am learning to work through the frustration of taking longer to create my work.
People always ask artists how long it takes to create a particular piece, and I once heard an artist answer: “It took all of my life.” Truly, each piece of art I create is a culmination of a lifetime of my experience, my training, my knowledge, and my intuition, but above all, it is a gift and a blessing from the true Creator.
Thank you for visiting.
~Karalee Norris, Artist
Artist's Statement
To try to capture a moment or a mood and put it on canvas or paper, metal or clay—whatever best suits the image I am trying to convey—is a journey in and of itself.
Art is a creative expression of life, and I want to continue expressing mine as long as possible. I also want to keep sharing my love and knowledge of art and its visio
To try to capture a moment or a mood and put it on canvas or paper, metal or clay—whatever best suits the image I am trying to convey—is a journey in and of itself.
Art is a creative expression of life, and I want to continue expressing mine as long as possible. I also want to keep sharing my love and knowledge of art and its vision. Since I’ve retired as an art teacher, I have continued to teach private and community classes.
I especially love doing custom portraits of people, custom pet portraits, and custom art of any kind. Please take time to view some of my work, and feel free to contact me with questions.
~Karalee Norris, Artist
Artist's Work
Artist's Work
Art has a voice, and it speaks to each of us in a unique way. Sometimes it is a quiet whisper, gently urging the viewer for a closer look, and sometimes it is loud and insistent. Many artists become comfortable with one voice and one form of expression, but I find that art is like music. There are moments when I feel the need for a so
Art has a voice, and it speaks to each of us in a unique way. Sometimes it is a quiet whisper, gently urging the viewer for a closer look, and sometimes it is loud and insistent. Many artists become comfortable with one voice and one form of expression, but I find that art is like music. There are moments when I feel the need for a soothing, gentle melody.
But then there are those times when I want to “rock out” and express myself with a bold, high energy.
Therefore, some of my images have completely different styles; although many are restricted by the consignment work I do
or constrained by the type
of media I use.
I have the capacity to help you express your own artistic voice: either through teaching you to create your own original artwork, or by creating the art for you through custom designs, custom portraits, or custom pet portraits. I am willing to work hard to make sure you are satisfied with the result.
I am located in Vacaville, CA,
but am more than happy to work with you at a distance.
Please feel free to contact me.
Thank you. ~Karalee Norris, Artist
Did you Know?
Karalee also works as a motivational speaker and does not charge for her presentations! Get the full details at https://karaleenorris.com/