Sam Ken is an Olympia-based artist. He possesses a B.A. in Graphic Communication. A self-taught oil painter, his work encompasses diverse subject matter, possesses a style of loose realism, and focuses on light, shape, and value. Sam moved from Colorado last year where he earned the privilege of showing his work in galleries throughout Colorado Springs, Fort Collins and Denver. More recently, his works have been shown in art galleries in Snoqualmie, Everett, Seattle, Mercer Island, Olympia, and Seattle. He is also a Marine Corps veteran and Air Force spouse.
His artistic journey began as a child, and after taking some time away because of military service, he found his way back to art through drawing and graphic design. He enjoys painting people and figures, but is always finding inspiration around him. He paints whatever he finds interesting or challenging while he travels and explores.
