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etchr, etchrsketchbook, GNSI, Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie, Morton Arboretum, nature, nature art, pleinair, prairie, Schulenberg prairie, sketch, sketchbook, snow, Springbrook prairie, watercolor, winter, winter sketching
The winter prairie has its own kind of beauty…subtle warm colors, interesting textures, fiery sunsets, snowy patterns and sculptural forms. I may have to drag myself out there when it’s cold and grey, but I haven’t ever regretted going when I do.
Many of the landscape sketches were done in the comfort of my kitchen, but the ones that say plein air were done on site. Enjoy!
Winter stems
© 2019 Karen A Johnson
December Prairie
© 2019 Karen A Johnson
Peaceful Prairie
© 2019 Karen A Johnson
Carrion vine
© 2020 Karen A Johnson
January Prairie
© 2020 Karen A Johnson
Karen's Nature Art 
Very nice sketches. Lovely use of colour.
Thanks so much, Vivienne! Appreciate you taking the time to comment.
I Love these paintings. Very inspiring…learning so much from you. A most enjoyable visit!
Thanks, OC. I’m learning a lot too!
Beautiful!!!!
Thanks, Cindy!
All are so lovely!
Thank you so much!
Beautiful work !
Thanks, Gwennie!
These sketches are really lovely, Karen. I especially love the winter stems and the delicate colours of all the paintings.
Thanks so much, Clare! The beauty is definitely more subtle in winter…
Wonderful sketches. I adore them all, and Peace Love Joy to you!
Thanks, Resa! I hope your winter has been productive and full of creative endeavors!
It has! 😀