Karen Knight

The challenge I set for myself with my art is: can I re-create what I see and convey what inspired me to the viewer and hopefully have them see everyday subjects in a new way. I am attracted to vibrant light and shadow and how the contrasts build form, mood, depth and texture. The fun for me is in the details and the subtle or bold changes of color and form made by light. I like to tell stories with my drawings and photos, because there is always a story going on in the image, be it mine, or something in the viewer’s mind.

I have always loved art in many forms, my main discipline being drawing using pencils, color pencils and charcoal. I have done commissioned portraits for several years. I also enjoy photography, working with gourds, attending workshops, traveling and enjoying the beauty all around us.

I am a signature member of the Colored Pencil Society of America, member of the Texas Photographic Society, the Texas Gourd Society. I am a past President of the Art League of Baytown and currently serve as the Gallery Director. I have won several awards and been accepted into several shows through the years.

Born and raised in Houston, Tx, I graduated from Stephen F. Austin High School in 1970. I studied art at the University of Houston, earning a BS in Art Education in 1975. I have lived and worked in Baytown since 1974 after marrying my soulmate, Steve Knight. We raised 2 beautiful daughters and have 4 grandchildren. I retired after 37 yrs. at Sterling Municipal Library and am now finding more time for my art and volunteer on several art-related projects, including the Baytown Sculpture Trail in Baytown, Texas.