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Karen grew up in Texas, and currently resides in Garland, TX. She learned about Cherokee culture and art through her mother, Martha Berry, who revived the tradition of Cherokee Beadwork.
She took a liking to gourd art through her history of wood working and painting. This medium was a natural progression, combining those talents. She incorporates pre-European contact and modern Cherokee designs into her work, both carving and painting the gourds.
She is currently growing her own gourds to further her work with this unique art form.
Tribal Affiliation: Cherokee Nation
Karen Berry's Gallery
Awards & Honors
- Honorable Mention, Contemporary Sculpture, Cherokee Homecoming Art Show 2011, Cherokee Heritage Center, Tahlequah, OK
May Featured Title - Gifts & Books
Trail of Tears: The Rise and Fall of the Cherokee Nation
Gives a fascinating portrayal of the Cherokee Nation, filled with legend, lore and religion. After much research the author has created a heart-stirring story of the tragedy of the Cherokee Trail of Tears which puts one into the time and place of that tragic time with a sense of authenticity and accuracy.
Order Trail of Tears: The Rise and Fall of the Cherokee Nation
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May Featured Site - Travel Center
New Echota Historic Site
The city of New Echota was established in 1825 as the capital of the Cherokee Nation and it would remain so until 1838, at which point the Cherokee Nation capital moved to Indian Territory with the Trail of Tears. Yet, despite its short history, this city witnessed many significant events... (More)
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