Karen Matheis is an oil painter working in Lawrence, Kansas. Her studio is located in her farmhouse home. Prairie fields are a backdrop for her morning jogs.

Karen works in many genres including landscape and still life paintings. Color is an important element in her work. Her unique color palette is inspired by nature as well as nostalgia.

Karen is an arts advocate and participates in public outreach. Her work is included in public and private collections throughout the country.