Chasing Ophelia is a place to find my creations of
the moment.  I search the planet (well, mostly NJ)
for unique items to take apart, re-vamp and give new
life.  My Jewelry is made from vintage stones, glass
and crystal.  I re-cycle fabulous fabric into clothing
and handbags.  You can also find other handmade
novelties on my art page.  Contact me with
any questions about murals and faux painting or
interest in a logo or web site design.  Read what's
new on my blog page. And don't forget to visit Inta
on her very own web page!
Thanks,
Karen
about
Karen Benvenuti is a New Jersey based Artist.  After taking private
art lessons during high school, Karen moved to New York City to
pursue her education in Art, Fashion Design and Acting at several
Schools including Parsons, Traphagen, Herbert Berghof Studios and
The Nations Arts Club.  Karen became a member of the Screen
Actors Guild in 1981 and appeared in small roles in major
productions.  Karen constructed and painted sets for Theatre
Productions and designed several costumes for Ballet Company's in
New Jersey.  Later Karen opened two Stores in NJ where she sold
housewares, gifts and her painted furniture. This success led her to
her own  Decorative Painting business which she is still doing today
along with teaching Art to adults and making Jewelry, clothing and art
out of re-cycled materials for clients and Stores in the area. "I hate to
waste things!" says Karen as she makes an old lamp new again with
some paint and fabric from an old dress. Karen's work has been
published in several magazines and News Papers including   
Architectural Digest , Country Living, Bust and 10 appearances in
Design NJ.  Karen also does art and design for Cd's, Web sites
and Logos for business's across the States.
Any more would just be bragging!