Karen Barton

Riley Coyote, Oil Painting

2025

Artist Comments
Inspired by the coyote’s clever nature and striking presence, this portrait aims to capture both its likeness and spirit. The textured background and fur emphasize the animal’s quiet intelligence and soft expression. Artist Karen Barton used a palette knife and paintbrush to bring richness and depth to the piece.

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: textured, coyote, wildlife, dog, portrait, animals, contemporary, oil painting, beige

Riley Coyote
Karen Barton
Oil painting on stretched canvas
Finished black edges
Varnished and Ready to hang
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front and back
2025
14 in. h x 11 in. w x 1.5 in. d
1 lbs. 8 oz.