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Sol Release

My newest piece, Sol is now finished. It is made of my grandmother’s jewelry, handmade watercolor, a fused glass leaf (made in my studio) and 24k gold. She represents the sun and is a counterpart to Luna.

Artwork For Sale, Entomology, New Work, News, Painting, PortfolioAlexa Karabin Kleinersol, sun, alexa k, glitter girl, glitter art, kalamazoo, saugatuck, ann arbor, art fair, grand rapids, michigan, handmade, artwork, art, fine art, nature art
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Moon on Hexagon Panel / Ink, Handmade Watercolor, Glass, and 24k gold
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$175.00
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Framed Butterfly and Moon / Ink, Handmade Watercolor, and Glass
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$350.00
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Blue Carpenter Bee / Original Painting
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Framed Hawk Moth / Ink, Handmade Watercolor, Glass, and 18k Gold
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$175.00
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A delicate ink painting of a butterfly / Framed Original Artwork
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$200.00
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Bumble Bee / Original Painting
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Moody Cicada / Original Painting
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Minnow / Original Painting
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Snail in the Sun / Original Painting
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Carpenter Bee / Original Painting
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Gray Moth / Original Painting
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Butterfly with Copper Leaf / Original Painting
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Wearable are back! Check them out…

Artwork For Sale, New Work, News, PaintingAlexa Karabin Kleinersale, artwork, kalamazoo, art hop, art fair, kia art fair, moon art, sparkle art, commercial decor, home decor, nature art, boutique, shop
Equinox / The Exhibition

I am part of a wonderful, exciting exhibition called Equinox at Ninth Wave Studio.

“This exhibition was curated by artists Maryellen Hains and Anna Z ILL who invited artists to create new mixed media artwork to consider the topic of the Equinox by reflecting on balance, planetary movement and/or biological and emotional equilibrium.”

Participating Artists: Mindi Bagnall, Maryellen Hains, Brent Harris, Anna Z ILL, Alexa Karabin, Courtney S. Nelson, Sniedze Janson-Rungis, Linda Rzoska, Nancy Stroupe, Randy Walker

Showing September 8 through November 21, 2020.

Equinox: Day

24k Gold, Broken Glass, 3 Moths, Antique Beads, Mixed-Media

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Equinox: Night

Handmade Paint, Broken Glass, Antique Beads, A Cicada, Mixed-Media

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Exhibitions, Entomology, New Work, Painting, News, Portfolio, VideoAlexa Karabin Kleinerartwork, ninth wave studio, kalamazoo, equinox, exhibition, sun, moon, light, dark, night, day, nature, morning, art, art fair, bronson park, downtown kalamazoo, 2020, exhibitions
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NEW! Sparkle Paper Pigment Print of the Nest / Ships in 2 weeks / Matted and Ready to Fit in a Standard Size Frame
from $45.00

These pigment prints are printed on handmade paper that I make myself. They will be shipped in 2 weeks time from ordering. If you need something by a specific date, email me and I will try to speed up the process.

The 11’’x14’ and 17’’x22’’’ are statement pieces! I have to recommend one of those. But I want to make prints affordable, so I have smaller sizes. Please note that detail is lost the smaller the print. This is a limited edition pigment print on handmade paper. Based off of my painting the Nest.

Prints are signed and each one is one of a kind due to the nature of the handmade paper.

Prints can come matted and ready to fit in a standard size frame.

5’’x7’’ / 8’’x10’’ Double Mat

8’’x10’’ / 11’’x14’’ Double Mat

11’’x14’’ / 16’’x20’’ Mat

(New!) 17’’x22’’ /24x36’’ Mat

Statement for the Nest:

First, there was the Deer. A painting that was inspired by an incident that involved a deer that was shot on my property, and the subsequent months that followed, watching the animal return to the earth. When only fur was left, I collected some, but left most of it. The day after I collected the fur, a giant oak tree fell on where the body once rested. Months later, in early spring, the pandemic had started and I spent more than a month inside. Scared. Finally, I forced myself to go outside and explore the woods. And that is when I found it. A bird had made a nest out of deer fur! The Deer’s fur. This piece was inspired by the feelings I had at that moment of discovery. 

Using a variety of techniques, I create artworks that explore themes of natural history, historical occurrence, memory, and cycles. My materials are found and handmade—my most precious material is my grandmother’s antique jewelry that I crush and use to make handmade watercolors. This piece also includes rubies, emeralds, 24k gold, deer fur, geodes, and glass. 

View the original: https://youtu.be/1aG3WBkRUIk



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The Nest / Original
$4,000.00

She was exhibited for several months, and now she is home with me! When I exhibit in a gallery I have to share between 40%-60% with the gallery. Now that she is home with me, I was able to drop the price a bit! I spent 3 intense months on her and she is made with a LOT of 24k gold, gems, and other mixed-media. I have shipped prints of her all over the world, but there is nothing like the original. She sparkles, shines, and glows. She is an experience. Full price includes a frame of your choice, but on sale she comes without a frame.

Statement for the Nest:

First, there was the Deer. A painting that was inspired by an incident that involved a deer that was shot on my property, and the subsequent months that followed, watching the animal return to the earth. When only fur was left, I collected some, but left most of it. The day after I collected the fur, a giant oak tree fell on where the body once rested. Months later, in early spring, the pandemic had started and I spent more than a month inside. Scared. Finally, I forced myself to go outside and explore the woods. And that is when I found it. A bird had made a nest out of deer fur! The Deer’s fur. This piece was inspired by the feelings I had at that moment of discovery. 

 

Using a variety of techniques, I create artworks that explore themes of natural history, historical occurrence, memory, and cycles. My materials are found and handmade—my most precious material is my grandmother’s antique jewelry that I crush and use to make handmade watercolors. This piece also includes rubies, emeralds, 24k gold, deer fur, geodes, and glass. 

View the piece in action on youtube: https://youtu.be/1aG3WBkRUIk

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Day 100 of My 100 Days of Gold / The Last Bombus / Handmade Watercolor and 24k Gold / Matted and Ready to fit in a 5''x7'' Frame
from $80.00

I seem to always start and end with a Bumblebee! This is day 100 of My 100 Days of Gold. It is a sweet, elegant, golden painting! Made with handmade watercolors that I made out of my grandmother’s jewels and 24k gold. It comes in a double mat that will fit in a 5’’x7’’ frame.

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Day 99 of My 100 Days of Gold / The Last Cicada / Handmade Watercolor and 24k Gold / Matted and Ready to fit in a 5''x7'' Frame
from $90.00

The Cicadas are emerging! This is day 99 of My 100 Days of Gold. It is a sweet, elegant, golden painting! Made with handmade watercolors that I made out of my grandmother’s jewels and 24k gold. It comes in a double mat that will fit in a 5’’x7’’ frame.

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Day 98 of My 100 Days of Gold / The Last Bombus / Handmade Watercolor and 24k Gold / Matted and Ready to fit in a 5''x7'' Frame
$100.00

Yes, you know me and my moons! This is day 98 of My 100 Days of Gold. It is a sweet, elegant, golden painting of the moon! Made with handmade watercolors that I made out of my grandmother’s jewels and 24k gold. It comes in a double mat that will fit in a 5’’x7’’ frame.

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Day 97 of My 100 Days of Gold / The Golden Dung beetle / Handmade Watercolor and 24k Gold / Matted and Ready to fit in a 5''x7'' Frame
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This is an original painting of a dung beetle. Day 97 of My 100 Days of Gold. It is a sweet, elegant, golden painting! Made with handmade watercolors that I made out of my grandmother’s jewels, a broken geode, and 24k gold. It comes in a double mat that will fit in a 5’’x7’’ frame.

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Day 96 of My 100 Days of Gold / A Fancy Goldfish / Matted and Ready to fit in a 5''x7'' Frame
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Day 96 of My 100 Days of Gold. It is a sweet, elegant golden painting! Made with handmade watercolors that I made out of my grandmother’s jewels. Adorned with 24k gold leaf. It comes in a double mat that will fit in a 5’’x7’’ frame.

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Day 95 of My 100 Days of Gold / Saturn / Matted and Ready to fit in a 5''x7'' Frame
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Day 95 of My 100 Days of Gold. It is a sweet, elegant golden painting! Made with handmade watercolors that I made out of my grandmother’s jewels. Adorned with 24k gold leaf. It comes in a double mat that will fit in a 5’’x7’’ frame.

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Day 94 of My 100 Days of Gold / The Dandelion / Handmade Watercolor, a buried gem, and 24k Gold / Matted and Ready to fit in a 5''x7'' Frame
from $100.00

This is an original painting of a dandelion. Day 94 of My 100 Days of Gold. It is a sweet, elegant, golden painting! Made with handmade watercolors that I made out of my grandmother’s jewels and 24k gold. It comes in a double mat that will fit in a 5’’x7’’ frame.

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Day 93 of My 100 Days of Gold / The Mouse / Handmade Watercolor and 24k Gold / Matted and Ready to fit in a 5''x7'' Frame
from $80.00

This is an original painting of a mouse. Day 93 of My 100 Days of Gold. It is a sweet, elegant, golden painting! Made with handmade watercolors that I made out of my grandmother’s jewels and 24k gold. It comes in a double mat that will fit in a 5’’x7’’ frame.

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Day 57
Day 57

Don't let the glitter deter you. These pieces are elegant, delicate, and special. Each sparkle represents the magic in nature. My work is supposed to represent things we see everyday that we often over look. I want these pieces to remind you how special our natural world is.

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Day 46
Day 46

I am relearning the best times of day to work in my new studio space. The lighting is just right, right now. Today I am supposed to be cleaning and organizing (still!). I hate cleaning 😭I will hopefully get a picture of my hands at work for today’s #marchmeetthemaker, at some point. ✋👋😬

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Day 29
Day 29

I took a week off from social media and posting on my blog. I just needed time away from the screen. This is what I am looking at right now. Just thinking about this and that, and framing a series of blue morphos in antique frames. More on those, later.

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South Haven Art Fair 2017 / Emerging Artist Winner
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Originally posted in July 2017.

I had a wonderful experience at the South Haven Art Fair on July 1st and 2nd! A lot of paintings went to new homes, and I met so many wonderful people and artists. I also won the Emerging Artist award, which was a huge surprise. I definitely plan on going back next year. 

Visit me at the Richland Art Fair on July 15th and the Saugatuck Fair on July 29th

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