"The cover for a style, shopping and fashion guide that was published as a mini magazine included with Avenue magazine in the Fall 2007 issue." Theresa Kwan, art director.
"An illustration for an editorial piece, in the Summer 2007 issue, that weighs the pros and cons of children owning and using cell phones." Theresa Kwan, Avenue Magazine/RedPoint Media, art director.
"An illustration created for Market Mall's Spring campaign in Calgary, Alberta." Dan King, creative director; Kristen Ruggles, designer; Zero Gravity, ad agency.
"A portrait of William Shatner for a gallery show and accompanying book at Uppercase Gallery book & show 2007 (Calgary)."
"Part of a series of fashion-related portraits for a gallery show in 2008 at Shisomiso Boutique & Gallery show 2008 (Calgary)."
"Interior illustration for the style, shopping and fashion guide that was included in the Fall 2007 issue of Avenue magazine." Theresa Kwan, art director.
"An editorial portrait piece for the April 2008 issue about a family of artists." Theresa Kwan, art director.
"An illustration that deals with the lack of transparency in breast cancer research funding and fund-raising, 'The Pink Elephant in the room' in the October 2008 issue" Shelley Frayer, art director; MORE magazine, client.
07.06.09
www.karenklassen.com
Duration: I’ve been freelancing full-time since 2004. Staff: Just me, my reps at Colagene and a ceramic cat. Education: Bachelor of Design with an emphasis in illustration from the Alberta College of Art & Design. Cultural Influences: Music, fashion, textiles, things that are old and decrepit. Environment: I have a bright studio full of art-making materials, and there’s usually a podcast or music playing in the background. Philosophy: Work hard. Have fun making stuff. And don’t take yourself too seriously.