Karen Barton

Whispers of Blue, Oil Painting

2025

Artist Comments
Delicate blue butterflies flit across a softly textured neutral background. Subtle black outlines define their fragile forms, while their rhythmic repetition creates a sense of tranquility. Inspired by the graceful visitors to artist Karen Barton's garden, this painting captures their fleeting beauty.

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: butterfly, butterflies, flight, wildlife, garden, flying, insect, soft, animals, primitive, oil painting, blue

Whispers of Blue
Karen Barton
Oil painting on cradled wood panel
Finished white edges
Ready to hang
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front and back
2025
16 in. h x 16 in. w x 1.6 in. d
2 lbs. 2 oz.