Karlenne Hager Trimble

Welcome to my world of painting.

Creative Intention

Life is a collection of moments — some noticed, many overlooked.
In my work, I seek out the quiet, fleeting slivers of time, the ones not remembered or even felt.

There is beauty across the full spectrum of human experience, but my artistic joy comes from capturing the still spaces sandwiched between life’s more memorable moments.

Rooted in realism with a modern point-of-view, my paintings go beyond mere representation. I create drama with expressive brushwork, emphasizing movement and fluidity, prioritizing mood and atmosphere over accuracy. I strive for depth more than definition, using vibrant color to breathe life into each piece. Through paint, I connect viewers to familiar scenes and emotions, inviting them to pause, reflect, and relive. And hopefully. Smile.

A Little More About Me

I’ve drawn and painted since I was nine – starting with art classes
at the Birmingham Museum of Art. But dance replaced art as my creative outlet for many years. From elementary school to college
and beyond.

Once I began my marketing career, I continued to be involved in dance as Artistic Director for a professional dance company. Dance and choreography were a great outlet, but you can only sustain the rigors of dance for so long.

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So I began to immerse myself back in my art, taking classes and workshops to revitalize my approach and technique. When I retired,
I was well on my way to establishing painting as my old new passion. 

Atlanta is my home. I keep active now with yoga instead of dance.
I share my life with my loving husband Roy and two crazy cats. Roy encourages me every day to follow my dreams, not over blend and make my darks darker. 

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Please enjoy exploring my work and finding moments that make
you smile. 

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