ABOUT

KAREN  is a PRODUCTION DESIGNER : SET DECORATOR  

that brings stories to life through visual storytelling.  

 

She graduated with a BFA in Photography from Columbia College Chicago.  The early years of her career were spent in photography studios and working in the commercial industry, which naturally led  to a career making films.

 

Her entry to Hollywood was working on Christopher Nolan's : Dark Knight  & Michael Mann's : Public Enemies.

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She then began creating sets for Michael Bay. This relationship with Bay and Producer Ian Bryce culminated into her designing Michael's latest film, Ambulance.

 

Karen enjoys working on a grand scale all over the world and  has worked with talented filmmakers in the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Malta, Morocco, China, Hong Kong, Thailand and the UK, as well as many cities across the United States. 

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​She is hands on. Her passion lies in creating immersive worlds that captivate audiences and enhance the narrative.  Her keen eye for design and commitment to excellence continually are an asset when collaborating with directors and creative teams.  Karen crafts a unique and  visually compelling experience.