mixed media

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artwork inspired by nature and zen poetry

tactile - balanced - modern

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found, 1

40” x 60” mixed media on canvas ©Karen Zilly

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Includes a handmade wood border-edge frame, and can display vertically or horizontally. Organic movement and textures throughout the surface offer a sense of intimacy while creating a bold, thoughtful gesture on your wall.

Rope and thread sculpted into heavy white acrylic layers intertwine and rise from the surface of this nautical and zen-inspired piece. Blue, yellow, and rust tones are revealed throughout.

Slim profile with white edges. UV satin varnish for color longevity and surface protection. Signed on back, ready to hang.

sale price: $3250 | Includes most Domestic Ground Crate & Freight (fully insured). Please mention your delivery zip code so that I can best coordinate details for this specialized shipping method. Represented by the Carmel Maker Space, Carmel By the Sea, CA.

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found, 2

30” x 30” mixed media on canvas ©Karen Zilly

A bright white piece with dynamic, fluid movement and blue undertones that give this piece a wonderful nautical feeling.

Medium 1.5” profile. White finished edges. Includes a handmade wood border-edge frame. UV satin varnish for color longevity and surface protection. Signed on back, ready to hang.

sale price: $850 | Includes most Domestic Ground Shipping. Please mention your delivery zip code with your inquiry to determine any zone-specific shipping costs.

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stream of consciousness, 1

20” x 20” mixed media on wood ©Karen Zilly

Places for the mind to wander and rest. Textures flow and pool, creating a serene, sculptural presence for the viewer. Surface shadows change throughout the day.

Wood panel with cradle back, medium 1.5” profile. White finished edges. Includes a handmade wood border-edge frame. Signed on back, ready to hang.

sale price: $575 | Includes most Domestic Ground Shipping. Please mention your delivery zip code with your inquiry to determine any zone-specific shipping costs.

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found, 3

20” x 20” mixed media on wood ©Karen Zilly

Sculpted natural cotton fibers explore organic forms on this wood panel. Turquoise tones revealed throughout the surface.

Wood panel with cradle back, medium 1.5” profile. White finished edges. Includes a handmade wood border-edge frame. UV satin varnish for color longevity and surface protection. Signed on back, ready to hang.

sale price: $575 | Includes most Domestic Ground Shipping. Please mention your delivery zip code with your inquiry to determine any zone-specific shipping costs.

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found, 6

12” x 12” mixed media on wood ©Karen Zilly

Sculpted natural cotton fibers explore organic forms on this wood panel. Neutral gray tones revealed throughout the surface.

Wood panel with cradle back, Slim profile. Includes a handmade wood border-edge frame. UV satin varnish for color longevity and surface protection. Signed on back, ready to hang.

sale price: $275 | Includes most Domestic Ground Shipping. Please mention your delivery zip code with your inquiry to determine any zone-specific shipping costs.

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found, 5

12” x 12” mixed media on wood ©Karen Zilly

Sculpted natural cotton fibers explore organic forms on this wood panel. Neutral gray tones revealed throughout the surface.

Wood panel with cradle back, Slim profile. Includes a handmade wood border-edge frame. UV satin varnish for color longevity and surface protection. Signed on back, ready to hang.

sale price: $275 | Includes most Domestic Ground Shipping. Please mention your delivery zip code with your inquiry to determine any zone-specific shipping costs.

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stream of consciousness, 2

12” x 12” mixed media on wood ©Karen Zilly

This piece feels as if it is one moment in a much larger story, engaging the viewer to explore their feelings throughout the movement on the surface.

Wood panel with cradle back, Slim profile. Includes a handmade wood border-edge frame. UV satin varnish for color longevity and surface protection. Signed on back, ready to hang.

sale price: $275 | Includes most Domestic Ground Shipping. Please mention your delivery zip code with your inquiry to determine any zone-specific shipping costs.

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In the shallow

10” x 10” mixed media on wood ©Karen Zilly

Wood panel with cradle back, 1.5” profile. UV satin varnish for color longevity and surface protection. Signed on back, ready to hang.

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untitled, yellow and fiber

Wood panel with cradle back, 1.5” profile. UV satin varnish for color longevity and surface protection. Signed on back, ready to hang.

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Krule’s Blue

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Meeting Spring, 1

inspired by Japanese poetry

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