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"Mourning 1 and 2", Clay                               "Vesna", Pastel         "Are You Listening?", Clay
Education
Her educational journey began at the High School of Art & Design, N.Y., N.Y. followed by advanced studies at the Fashion Institute of Technology (F.I.T.) New York City.

In 2005, she further honed her skills by enrolling in Continuing Education Courses in pastel and oil painting at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. 

Continuing her education at the Boca Raton Art School in Florida she expanded my expertise in oil painting, pastel, and clay, culminating in receiving the Hoffman Sculpture Award for her sculpture titled “Mother with Child” during the 2015-2016 academic year, with gratitude to her clay instructor, Barbara Calahan Brown.

2019-2024 - Attended courses at the Broward Continuing Education Classes to expand her knowledge in sculpture.
Her instructors, Wayne Pelke and Walter O’Neill are invaluable mentors.

Participation/Awards
April 2003 - The Philadelphia Foundation presents Abington Art Center Artists. Reproduction in oil of “Bindo Altoviti” by Raphael.
February 2006 -  Member - Philadelphia Tri-State  Artists  Equity 
January 2006 - Cheltenham Art Center, Philadelphia. “Waterfall”  pastel - Honorable Mention
January 2006 - Cheltenham Art Center, Philadelphia. “Fall Escape” oil - Honorable Mention 
January 2007 -  Cheltenham Art Center: Food for Thought Exhibit; “Garlic and Grapes” - pastel

Boca Art School Show at FAU - She gave a live pastel portrait demonstration in the Boca Art Scool booth, painting from a live model.

In November 2022, she contributed to the Souls Shot Portrait Project, a poignant initiative dedicated to honoring
victims of gun violence through art. Her portrait of Charles “Chuckie” Maude III was featured in Volume Six of the project. 

Raku class at the GUILD School of Metal Arts & Urban Crafts with Ellen Cohen-Berman.

September 2023 - Two of her sculpture pieces were showcased at the 12th Annual Island City Juried Exhibit at Art Gallery 21, Inc.
in Wilton Manors, Ft. Lauderdale, FL

With a passion for portraying the complexity of human experience and a commitment to artistic excellence,
SheilaReneeKarp continues to inspire audiences and fellow artists alike through her diverse body of work.