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An exciting update! Check out the sale.
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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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from $75.00
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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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from $75.00
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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
Elevated Grand Rapids

You can now find my work at a new shop called Elevated Grand Rapids! Grand Rapids folks especially, this is worth the trip to check out! It has something for every kind of collector--antiques, handmade, art, jewelry, plants, clothing. Everything you are looking at is either handmade by someone local or pre-owned and super charming. It really has something for everyone.

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Artwork For Sale, Business, NewsAlexa Karabin Kleinerstores, elevated, grand rapids, gr, antiques, decor, home decor, michigan, westmichigan, west michigan, kalamazoo
Day 22
Day 22

(January 31) My husband told me to not talk about the weather anymore, but it’s freaking cold! I have to apologize to the people waiting for packages this week. Mail services is limited because of the temperature. I also haven’t had child care all week, so my communication hasn’t been the best. I hope to catch up when my husband is home this weekend. Thank you for your patience.

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My 100 Days of Writing, Entomology, New Work, PaintingAlexa Karabin Kleinerblue morpho, blue, morpho, butterfly, painting, entomology, science, gifts, unique, blog, blogging, home decor, decor, sparkle, glitter, gold leaf, glitter art, gilded art, gold, glass, unique gifts, biology, natural historyComment
Day 14
Day 14

Am I better? Am I worse? I don’t know. I have always been bad.

My brain just thinks visually. Impulsively. I have always made art with my intuition. Writing is not like that. It’s planned, it’s ordered. There are rules. Bear with me while I figure mine out.

I am kind of having fun though, figuring out my words. So thank you for sticking with me.

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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
from $80.00

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
from $90.00

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
from $80.00

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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Seahorse / 9''x9''/ Ink, Gold Leaf, and Metallic Pigment / Framed
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Gold Butterfly /9''x9''/ Ink, Watercolor, Gold Leaf, and Metallic Pigment / Framed
from $200.00
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Morpho Butterfly /9''x9''/ Ink, Watercolor, Gold Leaf, and Metallic Pigment / Framed
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Monarch Butterfly /9''x9''/ Ink, Watercolor, Gold Leaf, and Metallic Pigment / Framed
from $175.00
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Luna Moth /9''x9''/ Ink, Watercolor, Gold Leaf, and Metallic Pigment / Framed
from $250.00
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Leaf Insect /9''x9''/ Ink, Watercolor, Gold Leaf, and Metallic Pigment / Framed
from $250.00
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Deaths Head Hawk Moth /9''x9''/ Ink, Watercolor, Gold Leaf, and Metallic Pigment / Framed
from $175.00
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Jewel Beetle / 9''x9''/ Ink, Watercolor, Gold Leaf, and Metallic Pigment / Framed
from $175.00
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Stag Beetle, Ink and Watercolor Painting Adorned with 18k Gold Leaf, Metallic Pigment/ Matted and Ready to Fit in a 5''x7'' Frame
from $50.00
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Moon, Ink and Watercolor Painting Adorned with Metallic Pigment and Glass / Matted and Ready to Fit in a 5''x7'' Frame
from $50.00
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Ladybug, Ink and Watercolor Painting Adorned with 18k Gold Leaf, Metallic Pigment/ Matted and Ready to Fit in a 5''x7'' Frame
from $50.00
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Carpenter Bee / Original Ink Painting in a 5''x7'' Mat, Ready to Frame
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Forget Me Not, Watercolor Painting with Metallic Pigment / Matted and Ready to Fit in a 5''x7'' Frame
from $40.00
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Apple, Ink and Watercolor Painting Adorned with 18k Gold Leaf, Metallic Pigment/ Matted and Ready to Fit in a 5''x7'' Frame
from $50.00
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Butterflies / 13''x13'' / Ink Painting with Silver Leaf, Salt, Metallic Pigment / Custom Framed in Maple
from $350.00
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Tiger Beetle / 13''x13'' / Ink Painting with 18K Gold Leaf / Framed in Maple
from $350.00
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Kiss / 13''x13''/ Original Ink and Watercolor Painting with 18k Gold Leaf
from $350.00
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Double Morpho in a Dark Frame / 13''x13''/ Original Ink Painting with Copper Leaf
$350.00
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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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