"MY ART REVEALS THE LAYER BENEATH…”
Painting the stories that live beneath the surface.
My work explores memory, resilience, transformation, and the quiet strength of women through layered acrylic and mixed-media paintings. These are not portraits of specific individuals. Women are my language, symbolic figures through which I explore unseen truths, hidden histories, and enduring beauty that connect us all. Built through intuitive layers of paint, texture, and light, each painting invites discovery with every encounter.
Every painting holds more than it first reveals.
Discover Four Ways to Collect My Work
Original Paintings-Own an original piece from my evolving body of work.
Keepsake Boxes– Art you can live with every day, designed to hold life's meaningful treasures.
Fine Art Prints– Bring the atmosphere and energy of selected paintings into your space.
The Layer Beneath Coloring Book– A creative invitation to slow down, reflect, and add your own voice to paintings reimagined as line drawings.
AMBASSADOR, THE ART NXT LEVEL
I am incredibly honored to be a member and Ambassador for Sergio and Yanina Gomez's renowned artist coaching academy, The Art NXT Level, which has empowered countless artists to elevate their careers, expand their art sales, and achieve remarkable success in the art world.
“Karen Fike’s work is a masterclass in color, depth, and emotional resonance. Each piece invites you to step into its world and discover something new every time.” – Chad Oliverson, Director Tulsa Art Alliance