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It is so nice to meet you!

I primarily paint with acrylics and mixed mediabecause water is such an important ingredient in mypainting formula. Water is a powerful agent forchange when it is allowed to move the paint, dilutethe intensity, and mix new unique colors. I can workquickly, building layers, and using unique colorcombinations to make a strong visual statement withtexture, contrast and vibrant color. I play in thearea between the abstract and impressionisticstyles. My work is vibrant and energetic usingtexture, and strong brush strokes to engage andexcite. Karen also works with emerging artist to identifyincome streams that add value to their artbusiness. In 2019 Momentum Artists launched aplatform to teach best business practices thatempower visual artist to earn a living wage in theart industry. Art has the power to create positive socialchange. We are born with the ability to build,communicate and impact our world. I interpret myworld with my paintbrush. I can create a visualnarrative and translate my understanding of myenvironment and experiences. When I combine myartwork with the story that inspired the piece, Iam able to start a conversation about difficulttopics in a safe and respectful way.

Thanks for supporting the arts !  

Create Spaces @ MountSequoyah Center150 N. Skyline DriveFayetteville, AR  72701Martin 6

(513)708-9718renahuja@gmail.comwww.karenahuja.com

SOCIAL MEDIA

FACEBOOK@karenahujastudio@momentumartist

3370 e. Chatsworth RoadFayetteville, AR  72703

STUDIO

CONTACT INFO

INSTAGRAM@karenahujastudio@momentumartist

Karen Ahuja is a visual artist, author, and artbusiness coach. She has a degree in graphicdesign and a Masters in Marketing. Leaving thecorporate world to pursue her passion for art,she began Karen Ahuja Studio in 2011. Her workcan be found at many national stores includingHome Goods, TJ Maxx, Nordstroms Rack andPier One.As a visual artist,

A R T T H A T

I N S P I R E S

A R T I S T S T A T E M E N T

W E A R E A L LC R E A T I V E B E I N G S .

B O R N W I T H T H EA B I L I T Y T O E X P R E S S

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2Daffodil Abstract, 24 x 36, Acrylic

collectionsF L O R A L

Blue Roses Overdrive, 48 x 48, Acrylic

"Abstract Floralsconnect with theviewer. They cansee what theirother senseswould hear, touchsmell and taste."

Organic to Geometrics, 36 x 36, Acrylic

Coral Carnations, 12 x 16, Digital

Floral Impressions and Abstracts

When I create florals, I strive to capture theessence rather than an exact reproduction.Flowers have the ability to brighten a spacewhile creating an atmosphere of excitement. Mygoal is to connect the viewer with a memory.

I like to play in the area between abstract andimpressionistic styles. This where I can bring onearea into focus while allowing all areas of thepainting to be soothing.

In the spring and summer, we can find flowers inour gardens, but with Karen Ahujuju a Studio florals,you can have beautiful flowers that never fade.

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"flowers that never fade."

Peach Roses, 816x 20, acrylic Powder Roses, 16 x20, acrylic Rose in a Cup, 16 x 20, acrylic Gray Roses, 36 x 24, digital Round Vase, 16 x 20, acrylic abstract floral, 16 x 20, acrylic Weisman Vase, 16x 20, acrylic

collectionsA B S T R A C T

Thrive, 36 x 36, Acrylic

Contempory Art

Creating successful abstract works

rely heavily on composition and

color palettes. An abstract with

color and movement will have

energy and excitement. Abstracts

with neutral color palettes can be

calming but add in large brush

strokes and you gain movement and

energy.

I enjoy creating abstract pieces

because it forces me to allow the

paint to move and develop it's own

personality on the canvas.

N U E T R A L S A N D C O L O R S

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Calm, 20 x 20, acrylic Infinity Loop Man, 30 x 40, acrylic Primitive Man, 9 x 12, pastel Pink Riverside, 20 x 10, acrylic Wind, 30 x 40, acrylic Planet X, 20 x 20, acrylic

karenahuja.com ~ 513-708-9718 ~ renahuja@gmail.com.com

Pet Portraits

Olive with her portrait, 24 x 24, Acrylic

karenahuja.com ~ 513-708-9718 ~ renahuja@gmail.com

Social Business

P L A T F O R M F O R U S I N G A R T T O C R E A T E P O S I T I V EC H A N G E

Welcome Pineapple

Naples Pineapple, 16 x 20, Acrylic

Art has the power to createpositive change. For me it, istherapy. I love sharing the storybehind the work so it can inspireothers towards positive social orpersonal change

The purpose of the WelcomePineapple Project (WPP) is toraise awareness of thechallenges of internationaladoption. Welcome Pineappleis a visual and written narrativeto a complex social, economicand spiritual topic by providinga safe environment to discuss

difficult postadoption issuesof raising a childfrom anothercountry. The WelcomePineapple projectuses the symbolof the pineappleto connect with

in a safe and fun way. To learnmore, please visit karenahuja.com

Working with visual artists to identify

income streams that add value to their

art business.

Identifying goals that allow artists to

earn a living wage in the art industry

A R T B U S I N E S S C O A C H

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Momentum Artist

Recognitionawards and representation

Awards

RepresentationCreative Spaces, Fayetteville ARNKDesign, Kansas City, MOFayetteville Underground, Fayetteville, ARArt Ventures, Fayetteville, ARChristopher Allen, Fayetteville, ARDistinctive Dwelling, Fayetteville, ARSouthern Loft, Fayetteville, ARExperimental House, Rogers, ARStar Creation, NationalBoston Warehouse Trading Co., National

Kansas City Plaza Art Center: 2019,2020Endanger, Art for Apes, 2019Artist of Northwest Arkansas RegionalShow - 2017 Illinois River Salon 2015-2017 Fine Art Center of Hot Springs: June2014 Fayetteville Underground: Women takeFlight: June 2013 Light/Space/Sound: April2013 Abstract Merit Award and May2013 Seascape Merit Award) Artist of Northwest Arkansas: October2017 Finalist and August 2012 HonorableMention Emergence: Aloft Hotel: June 2012

Tanagers , 36 x 36, Acrylic

Netted Hat, 30 x 40, Mixed Media

Thurnderstorm , 40 x 40, Acrylic13

Publicationsarticles and blogs

Wren, 16 x 20, Acrylic ~ Fayetteville mural

Arkansas Democratic Gazette, SocialMediaNational Endowment for the Arts FundBlog, 50th Anniversary Celebration Professional Artist Magazine, ArtistSpotlight 2016 2017 Wingate Foundation Donationwebsite, Image from Illinois River Salonfinalist Experience Fayetteville Magazine, 2017 Jerry’s Artarama Catalog, January 2015and Spring 2016 Dick Blick Catalog, Holiday 2016 CG Proprints Guest Blogger, WelcomePineapple

Kansas City: Jones Gallery, Anton's, NKCDesign 2019 - PresentCreative Spaces @ Mount Sequoyah,Special events Valentines, Mother's Day.Karen Ahuja Studio: monthly exhibit ArtVentures: Fayetteville Arkansas, Women’s Exhibit - May 2017, Illinois River Salon - November 2017 Make a Wish Foundation, Chi Omega,Fayetteville Arkansas, 2018 Hope Cancer Research, SpringdaleArkansas, 206,2017 Sunshine School Fundraiser, RogersArkansas, 2014-2017 Momentum: Creative Community Center,Fayetteville Arkansas, 2016- 2017 Botanical Gardens, Fayetteville Arkansas:Spring 2017 and Winter 2017 Aloft Hotel in Rogers, Arkansas: May 2013 Crabby’s Resturarant, Rogers Arkansas:September 2013 Arkansas Made Show, Little Rock,Arkansas: Spring 2017 Bentonville Art Walk, Bentonville, Arkansas:June 2015 and 2016 Art on the Creeks Art Fair, RogersArkansas: October 2015, 2016 and 2017 Ft.Smith Art Center Gala, Ft. Smith Arkansas:June 2017 Studio 7 Exhibition @ 225 Gallery,Bentonville Arkansas: June 2017 Pigshibition, Fayetteville Arkansas: 2013

Publications

Collaborations