Karen Barton

Looking Fabulous, Oil Painting

2024

Artist Comments
A vibrant still life displays a red lipstick standing upright next to a compact with a mirror reflecting the blush inside. Beside them lies a mascara, its bright pink and green packaging contrasting sharply with the soft background colors. The composition evokes a playful atmosphere centered around the sleek presence of these essential cosmetic products.

About the Artist
Oil painter Karen Barton creates records of everyday objects through a historical and sentimental lens. With works that feature the ingredients of a PB sandwich or the iconic blue Morton's Salt container, Karen makes a connection through the goods that reach into our homes and possibly to our childhoods. As she explains, "my paintings are of a historical nature. They mostly represent contemporary culture and our current time in history while others are ‘timeless icons.'" Karen collects her subjects at local grocery, hardware, or antique stores where she often attracts curious stares while she intently examines the items. Based in the Pacific Northwest, Karen shares a studio with her artist husband, which she describes as a busy looking place with art supplies and a bright yellow futon with Libby, their beloved studio dog.

Words that describe this painting: makeup, cosmetics, lipstick, blush, mascara, feminine, bright, vibrant, mirror, script, still life, fashion, modern , oil painting, blue

Looking Fabulous
Karen Barton
Oil painting on cradled wood panel
Natural wood edges
Varnished and Ready to hang
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front and back
2024
8 in. h x 10 in. w x 1.6 in. d
0 lbs. 13 oz.