Highland Cow Miniature Original by Karen Neely - #2M132

Highland Cow Miniature Original by Karen Neely – 2M132

Original Acrylic | 2" × 2" | Custom Italian Molding (3" × 3" Framed)

Charming and full of personality, this Highland cow miniature by Northern California artist Karen Neely captures the gentle spirit of this beloved animal. Set against a soft blue sky and surrounded by vibrant wildflowers, the warm golden tones of the cow’s coat create a beautiful contrast with the lively greens and floral accents.

Neely’s painterly brushwork gives the piece a sense of movement and texture, with expressive strokes defining the cow’s distinctive features and iconic horns. Despite its intimate 2x2-inch scale, the artwork carries a strong presence, drawing the viewer into its peaceful countryside setting.

Finished in custom Italian molding, the piece measures 3x3 inches framed and is ready to display. A perfect addition for collectors of miniature originals, animal lovers, or anyone drawn to rustic, pastoral imagery.

Details:

• Artist: Karen Neely
• Title: Highland Cow
• Catalog Reference: #2M132
• Medium: Original Acrylic on Canvas
• Image Size: 2" × 2"
• Frame: Custom Italian Molding – 3" × 3" framed
• Subject: Highland cow with wildflowers
• One-of-a-kind original artwork

About the Artist – Karen Neely

Karen Neely is a Northern California artist born in Monterey.

She has been painting since her youth, studying privately under her mother (a professional artist) as well as other renowned artists through her parents’ many galleries and art shows. She later continued her studies at Chico State, San Francisco State, and the Art Academy in San Francisco.

Her first award came at the age of 16, when she received the Bank of America–sponsored Junior Achievement Award, which helped fund her formal art education.

Today, Karen’s work is featured in several fine art galleries throughout California. Her time living in Hawaii, Monterey, Lake Tahoe, Southern California, and near Northern California’s wine country inspires her creations. She can often be found painting outdoors—by the vineyards, along the coast, or lakeside.

While Karen works in mixed media on canvases up to 6x6 feet, she is especially known for her miniature acrylic originals, set in custom frames such as hand-rubbed maple and imported Italian mouldings.