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Karen Burns' unique use of color and composition sets her work apart from traditional pet portraits. She creates distinctive, sensitive oil paintings of animals, reflecting conversations with her clients about their companion's personality, habits and surroundings.
Inspired by painters Franz Marc, Pierre Bonnard and others, Burns uses her palette to explore the full spectrum of colors in a black cat or a brown dog. By evoking a sense of place and character, these pet portraits offer clients a dynamic celebration of their beloved friends.