I am Karen Vradenburg. I’m proud of the name, despite a lifetime of having to spell it, or hearing it mispronounced. To alleviate both issues, I’ve chosen the nickname kayvray — kay for Karen, and vray to help with the proper pronunciation.

As I was designing my website, I encountered an additional nuisance : Vradenburg does not fit on a single line in any heading when viewed on a mobile device. *sigh*

So the answer is: I am kayvray. I have a penchant for discarded, mundane, and found objects, and I combine these with natural materials to create imaginative works of art, sculptures, and assemblages.

I also create representational and abstract landscapes and seascapes that depict my attraction to nature: plant life, earth, air, and especially water.

With its flowing nature and transformative properties, water can serve as a metaphor for renewal and rebirth. Much like the way in which water replenishes and rejuvenates, my waterscapes aim to capture the essence of renewal, offering a sense of hope and optimism.