Tuesday, October 29, 2013

Over The Lake 2

Over the Lake, abstract painting, life needs artThis painting of Over the Lake is the second in the series derived from a recent visit to Geneva-on-the-Lake, Ohio. I’m still fascinated by the colors of that day and the windy weather.

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Monday, October 28, 2013

Location and Hours - Life Needs Art Studio in Hudson


Life Needs Art, Bellabor Art Jewelry Sign 

The art studio of Life Needs Art and Bellabor Art Jewelry is located right in the heart of Hudson. It's a working studio where Karen is painting and Dana is creating chainmaille jewelry.

Their creations are on display and available for purchase.

The address is:

220 N. Main Street
Suite B (2nd Floor, above My Little Red Wagon)
Hudson, OH 44236

Hours vary weekly. Check here for current hours.


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Paintings and Collages, Hudson Library, 2013

Through the end of 2013, a selection of my paintings and collages will be on display at the Hudson Library in its Watson-Ewell-Currin Art Gallery.

Because my house and studio are small, it’s rare to see so much of my work hanging side-by-side. This is, then, really a treat for me. It always surprises me to see similarities between pieces when they are placed next to each other.

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Thursday, October 17, 2013

Fall Fest Day, October 20, 2013

Looking for a fun event for a fall Sunday? Robesto’s Catering, LLC, in Twinsburg is sponsoring a Fall Fest on Sunday, October 20, 2013 from 2-6pm.

There will be tastings, giveaways, pumpkin painting, and a variety of local businesses with displays. I’ll be there with paintings and info about the new studio. Stop on out and say hi!

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Fall Fest Day, October 20, 2013

In the Pink, 2013

Hudson Fine Art & Framing is hosting its annual fundraiser for The Gathering Place in October.

Opening night is Friday, October 4, 2013 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. The show runs through the month.

Along with artwork by Alice Kiderman, Mary Chapdelaine, and me will be dozens of 6×8 inch paintings by local artists. The paintings will be raffled to raise money for The Gathering Place. See more...

Afternoon in May

Bright, sunny, warm and inviting.Soft creamy colors painted in the background, with drizzles of black acrylic ink accentuated by drops of red and green alcohol inks. See more...

abstract painting by Karen Koch Life Needs Art

Imaginary Garden 2

Similar to the first Imaginary Garden, but smaller and moodier. Maybe late autumn rather than early autumn, and a thicker tangle of underbrush. See more...


Imaginary Garden 2, abstract painting, life needs art, Karen Koch