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FINE ART
Karen Aneiro
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Welcome to the Gallery! I’ve been an artist my whole life, finally taking
my talent seriously in college. I studied painting, photography, textiles,
printmaking and majored in sculpture, earning two undergraduate degrees in Fine
Art. My Masters Degree is in Museum Education. In graduate school I
continued my studio art education, studying Bronze Casting—the lost wax
process. After graduating, I worked in museums, furthering my art education.
While working at
The Florida Museum of Natural
History, as
an exhibit artist, I further developed my sculptural talents. I sculpted
with some of the best museum artisans in the country, learned a great deal and
enjoyed the experience! I’ve been freelancing since 2001. My work is
often horse-related. Surrounded by beautiful Arabians, Friesians and Llamas, I am
constantly inspired! I’ve participated
in several art shows and have won awards at the international, college and local levels. While
winning is thrilling, my greatest joy comes from people enjoying the art. My
sculptures are collected world wide and sold in Virginia & North Carolina galleries.
If you are interested in
commissioning a sculpture, painting, or photography, please contact
me. I would love discussing art with you– subject, pose, medium and
colors of your choice!
My studio is growing! Once the kiln is set up, I’ll be creating pottery, tiles and clay sculpture as well. Textiles made from our llamas' wool and yarn for your own projects will be available. Please check back often for new art!
Special thanks to all my clients!
BIG DOG COYOTE Copper, aluminum, stained glass, iron metalic surfacer, polymer and 12K white gold leaf, on a wooden base.
Commissioned by Sue Diaco In a private collection
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BIG DOG COYOTE
This sculpture is a scale interpretation of an actual Big Dog Coyote motorcycle. It is 30"long x 14" high. December 2010
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DRAGON FLIGHT Copper, aluminum stained glass, copper metalic surfacer, polymer and patina. This hanging sculpture has a wingspan of 36" and was done from life--so measurements are enlarged at proper scale Commissioned by Gregg Mears In a private collection. December 2010 |
THE NORTHERN LIGHTS (NOW KNOWN AS DANCER) Copper, aluminum, stained glass, copper metalic surfacer, polymer and patina. This hanging sculpture was on exhibit at The Rocky Mount Art Center and The Grainery, in Rocky Mount Virginia. In the collection of Jean Skipper November 2010 |
THE STARRY NIGHT Copper, aluminum, stained glass, iron metalic surfacer, polymer and patina, on a wooden base.. This sculpture is on exhibit at The Rocky Mount Art Center and The Grainery, in Rocky Mount Virginia. October 2010 Available for purchase |
EVENTIDE Copper, aluminum stained glass, copper metalic surfacer, polymer and patina, on a wooden base This sculpture is on exhibit at The Rocky Mount Art Center and The Grainery, in Rocky Mount Virginia. October/November 2010 Available for purchase |
LLAMA LLAMA Copper, aluminum, glass beads. This sculpture is on exhibit at The Rocky Mount Art Center and The Grainery, in Rocky Mount Virginia. November 2010 Available for purchase |
SEA TURTLE MOON These paintings are designed in the Northwest Coast Native American style. They represent the relationship between sea turtles and the moon. August 2010 |
SEA TURTLE MOON I painted them on a handcrafted Kayak. In a private collection. |
HARIK Copper, Aluminum, gauze, polymer, metalic surfacer, patina June 2010
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HARIK --Was part of the Prestigious 2010 Egyptian Event Art Show and Showcase Auction, Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington Kentucky. For more information please visit: www.pyramidsociety.org. |
HARIK Harik was exported to Saudi Arabia and is in a private collection |
DREAMER Lifesize fiber glass blank, iridescent tiles, polymer; fiber glass, copper, copper surfacer, patina |
DREAMER Commissioned and owned by Tommy & Dawn Garland |
DREAMER This piece was sculpted in my front yard, so I could work in true daylight. May, 2010
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| TREASURE Copper, copper ore, stained glass, copper metalic surfacer, polymer and patina, on a wooden base.. The plaque on the front says: A gift from Ocean Partners in commemoration of the 30th Anniversary of Erdenet Mining Corporation. |
TREASURE The sculpture is being prepared for shipping to Mongolia. Artex is the company who prepared the sculpture for it's journey. Packing the sculpture took over eight hours. |
TREASURE The packing continues. Each piece of foam was custom-fitted to the sculpture. Artex prepares and moves art for world class museums. Watching this process was amazing! |
TREASURE The sculpture was packed into this crate, which was then packed into another crate. TREASURE was safely delivered and presented by Jeff Beck of Ocean Partners, to the Erdenet Mining Company in Mongolia. "She" is proudly displayed in the Board Room. I am honored to have sculpted this piece for Ocean Partners and Erdenet Mining Company, Mongolia. My special thanks to Tracy and Jeff Beck.
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BARNEY Copper,, stained glass, iron metalic surfacer, polymer and patina, on a wooden base.. Barney was the beloved Border Collie of Jeff and Tracy. Copper, stained glass, copper metalic surfacer, polymer and patina, on a wooden base.. September, 2009 Commissioned by Jeff Beck for his wife Tracy. Happy Birthday Tracy! |
NELLIE Copper, stained glass, copper metalic surfacer, polymer and patina, on a wooden base.. Nellie was modeled after Jeff & Tracey's sweet Border Collie. September, 2009
Also Commissioned by Jeff Beck for his wife Tracy. |
| NELLIE Front view Commissioned by Jeff Beck for his wife Tracy. I am honored to have sculpted these pieces for you guys! |
ELEGAST Copper,, stained glass, iron metalic surfacer, polymer and patina, on a wooden base.. Elegast is a Dutch Friesian sculpture named for our 2009 colt. April 2009 In the artist's private collection. |
ELEGAST Second view. This sculpture is on exhibit at The Rocky Mount Art Center and The Grainery, in Rocky Mount Virginia. Available for purchase
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| AMETHYST MAGIC Copper, stained glass, copper metalic surfacer, polymer and patina, on a wooden base. This sculpture was commissioned by Deb & Mark Burke of Amethyst Acres. April 2009 |
AMETHYST MAGIC The Burke's stallion, Magic modeled for me. Magic has a special place in my heart. April 2009 Deb & Mark, Thanks so much for allowing me the honor of sculpting these pieces for you guys! |
AMETHYST ACRES Copper metallic surfacer, patina, polymer, on a wooden plaque. This is one of five individual plaques commissioned by Deb & Mark Burke of Amethyst Acres. I designed and sculpted them after the Amethyst Acres logo. November 2009 |
| THEE BLACK STALLION Copper, stained glass, iron metalic surfacer, polymer and patina, on a wooden base.. This sculpture was part of the Prestigious 2009 Egyptian Event Art Show and Showcase Auction, Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington Kentucky. For more information please visit: www.pyramidsociety.org. Copper, stained glass, copper metalic surfacer, polymer and patina, on a wooden base.. May 2009. |
THEE BLACK STALLION Second view. All proceeds from this wonderful auction benefit The Pyramid Society's ongoing support of Egyptian Arabians. In a private collection |
AMETHYST Copper, Amethyst druzy crystals, Copper metallic surfacer, patina, polymer, on a wooden base Sold at TOUCH OF EARTH GALLERY, Williamsburg, Virginia. In a private collection April 2009 |
| Gina & Matt Leake I had the honor of photographing Gina and Matt Leaky's wedding. Congratulations and best wishes!. May 30th 2009. |
Gina & Matt- Married
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Gina and the girls! |
| THEE SAMURAI Copper, copper metallic surfacer, patina, polymer, tumbled marble, wood and black acrylic paint. April 2008. In the artist's private collection. |
DESERT DREAMING Copper metallic surfacer, patina, polymer, in a metal frame. April 2008 In a private collection. |
EQUUS 1 Copper metallic surfacer, patina, polymer, in an acrylic frame. Sold at TOUCH OF EARTH GALLERY, Williamsburg, Virginia. In a private collection |
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KARIMEH (PRECIOUS OBJECT) (18K gold leaf, stained glass, polymer, acrylic paint & steel. Base is wood and tumbled marble, 26"long x 18.5" high--without base. Please note the colorful shadow being cast by the sculpture) On display at the 200March 20085 Arabian Horse Show, Lexington In a private collection Virginia, July 5-8 |
(Close-up) KARMIEH was part of the Prestigious 2008 Egyptian Event Art Show and Showcase Auction, Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington Kentucky. For more information please visit: www.pyramidsociety.org.
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KARIMEH headshot All proceeds from this wonderful auction benefit The Pyramid Society's ongoing support of Egyptian Arabians.
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EMIR (PRINCE) (Copper, stained glass, polymer and patina. Base is wood and tumbled marble. Measures 17" high x 25" long, without base. Please note the colorful shadow being cast by the sculpture) On display at the 2007March, 2008ion 15 Arabian Horse Show, Lexington Virginia, July 5-8.
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EMIR was created for the VIRGINIA ARABIAN HORSE ASSOCIATION'S 2008 FUTURITY FUNDRAISING AUCTION. Tickets are $1.00 each, or 12 for $10.00 and can be purchased through the mail, or at shows. EMIR will be displayed at VAHA shows this season and will be auctioned off at their Awards Banquet this autumn. The winner can pick up the sculpture at the banquet, or have it mailed. For more information on ticket purchase, please contact me, or visit,
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EMIR is named in honor of Joan Rogers late Stallion, Albadieh Aswad Emir. On display at the 2007 Region 15
Lexington Virginia, July 5-8.
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Magic On display at the 2007 Region 15 Arabian Horse Show, Lexington Virginia, July 5-8. In the collection of Mark and Deb Burke.
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Tribute (Close-up)
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Tribute On display at the 2007 Region 15 Arabian Horse Show, Lexington Virginia, July 5-8. In the collection of Erik and Joy Blake. I |
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On display at the 2007 Region 15 Arabian Horse Show, Lexington Virginia, July 5-8. Available for purchase at A TOUCH OF EARTH GALLERY, Williamsburg Virginia..
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Piaffe On display at the 2007 Region 15 Arabian Horse Show, Lexington Virginia, July 5-8. Available for purchase at A Touch Of Earth Gallery, Williamsburg Virginia.
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Neptune's Gift Was displayed at the 2007 Region 15 Arabian Horse Show, Lexington Virginia, July 5-8. Donated as a fundraiser to New Hope Rescue, New Kent Virginia..
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Close-up of SEA DREAMS |
April 2007
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EASY SILENCE March 2007 In the collection of Gary Doxtater, DVM. |
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![]() KITTY HAWK'S FUTURA Icarus International Art Show 2002
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![]() SPIRIT AND ANCESTOR Winner of the Peoples Choice Award, Icarus International Art Show, 2003
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![]() ASTRIDE THE FLYING CHANGE Winner of the Peoples Choice Award, Icarus International Art Show 2003 In the City of Kitty Hawk, North Carolina's Art Collection |
![]() EQUI-A-TRIX Icarus International Art Show 2002 |
Romey's Shadow, Acrylic,
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Spotted Owl Blues, Acrylic
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Desert Treasure, Acrylic
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The Stallion and the Stag, Linocut |
![]() Red In Bog-Frog, Acrylic |
![]() Whale Song, Copper |
![]() Our horses & llamas model for many of my sculptures and paintings.
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![]() Catchthespirit meets Catchthespirit
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![]() Stained glass & copper sculpture Private collection
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![]() Large stained glass & copper sculpture Private collection.
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![]() Catchthespirit. Part of the Winged Horse Extravaganza Outer Banks North Carolina, USA.
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![]() Winged Horse Extravaganza Sculpture
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Created for the Mad About Shad Fundraiser |
Patriotic Pride, Created for and donated to the Virginia Arabian Horse Youth Association |
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Rico Suave, Comissioned by Paul Walk for his family. This sculpture was inspired by Rico, his Daughter Whitney's multi-National Champion Arabian gelding. |
Sculpted for and donated to Al Khamsa, Inc., for their 2006 Convention Auction.
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