Karen Reading Hello. It is a special honor for me to get to share my passion for art with you. I started painting in 1986 as a way to give Christmas presents to my family and friends. Starting out it was folk art tulips, refrigerator magnets and t-shirts with designs on them. I have painted candles, glass Christmas balls, and lots of t-shirts and wood. Several years ago I added canvas to my repetoire and have been doing fine art paintings. I paint what I love, most of the time it is animals. I was a volunteer at a wildlife park and have had the glorious blessing of being up close and personal to lion, tiger, hyena, cougar, and many other animals. I love to capture their spirit in paint. I also paint scenery and do portraits on occassion. If you would like for me to do a portrait of your pet, please let me know through this website and I will be happy to do so. Thank you for reading my profile.