
BANANAFISH
STUDIOS
KAREN KITCHENS, ARTIST
For over four decades, Karen has been a dynamic presence in the art world, masterfully navigating the realms of acrylic and oil painting. Her creative journey is rooted in a deep fascination with light and shadow, the interplay of color, and the subtle nuances of form.

MY CANVAS
Specializing in acrylics and oils on canvas
with abstract
concepts, realistic
oils and mixed media
While Karen’s been trained in different mediums, she found a deep connection to abstract paintings.She loves how it communicates so much of the artist to the audience. Her love for oils also continues to resonate on canvas from time to time. Art has always been her passion, but sharing it with kids is pure joy. She loves helping them explore their creativity, dream big and see the world in color.

HER JOURNEY

Working with oils, acrylics, inks and resins, Karen celebrates the limitless possibilities that emerge from artistic experimentation. Each piece she creates is an exploration of mood, movement and meaning–unbound by convention and shaped by intuition. Mediums and Inspirations. Karen believes that confining creativity to a single medium limits its potential. Her diverse use of materials allows each concept to its own unique voice, reflecting both versatility and a deep respect for the artistic process. This freedom fuels her exploration, ensuring that each work stands as an authentic expression of the moment in which it was created. Her journey has been shaped by the mentorship of acclaimed artists Ramon Kelley, Evelyn Hickman, and Michael Desatnick, whose wisdom and guidance continue to influence her vision and technique. Just as impactful is the natural beauty of her surroundings. Living in the Northeast Orlando area, Karen draws daily inspiration from the tranquil turquoise waters and pristine white sands – a connection to nature that breathes serenity and wonder into her work. Looking Ahead. As her artistic evolution continues, Karen remains passionately committed to growth and exploration. She looks forward to new collaborations and opportunities to share her work with a broader audience. With a lifetime dedicated to creativity and a fearless approach to her craft, Karen’s art remains bold, varied and luminous as the mediums she so joyfully embraces.
PORTFOLIO
ABSTRACT SAILS
ABSTRACT ACRYLICS
PLAYFUL
ACCESSORIES
"Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time" - Thomas Merton
It's all about art as both self discovery and liberation - Grounding us in who we are while freeing us to explore who we are and who we are to become.
Creating rhythm and energy that invite people to feel both connected and transported at the same time is a gift.

Represented By
Starry Night Gallery of Daytona Beach
Artscape of Central Florida
Gallery One, Denver, CO
Gallery East of Loveland, CO
Exhibitions
Harmony & Pallette: Creating Visual Symphonies, Starry Night Gallery – 1st Place
American Cancer Society Celebrity Golf Tournament Exhibition, Colorado
Juried Charity Exhibition Benefiting Battered Women’s Association
Juried Charity Exhibition Benefiting Nightwalker Native Americans
Juried Invitational Benefiting Lifespark Cancer Resources



For Contact Info See Below
Karen Kitchens Artist
Debary, Florida
Phone
720-519-8738
kkitchens@bannanafishstudios.com
Or Contact
The Starry Night Gallery
230 Beach Street
Daytona Beach, Fl. 32114
516-458-9588
