Karen Barton

Majestic, Oil Painting

2025

Artist Comments
A powerful buffalo strides into view, its massive form radiating strength and dignity. In this oil painting, artist Karen Barton captures not only the animal’s commanding presence but also its enduring spirit. Working with both palette knife and brush, she builds dynamic textures that heighten the sense of vitality and movement, transforming the buffalo into a timeless portrait of resilience.

About the Artist
Inspired by the beauty and intricate details of nature, artist Karen Barton captures the essence of what she observes in the world around her, especially in her own backyard. "I am particularly drawn to the delicate beauty of hummingbirds and butterflies," says Karen. Her paintings are created through a blend of observation, imagination, photography, and research. Using both brushwork and a palette knife, she manipulates the paint to create contrasting colors and textures. From bold expressions to subtle color nuances and intricate details, her work is represented in galleries across the United States. When she's not painting, Karen enjoys tending to her flower garden and baking artisanal breads.

Words that describe this painting: American Buffalo, buffalo, bison, wildlife, portrait, impressionism, animals, oil painting, orange

Majestic
Karen Barton
Oil painting on stretched canvas
Finished black edges
Ready to hang
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front and back
2025
20 in. h x 20 in. w x 1.5 in. d
2 lbs. 7 oz.