After his
graduation,.he spent eight years working as a commercial artist for
Honeywell, followed by nine years as a commercial freelance
illustrator. Kim Norlien’s work for national companies such as General
Mills, Sam Goody, 3M, Carlson Companies, and others, won him awards and
national recognition and further developed his skill and painting
techniques.
Mr. Norlien’s passion
for his art is only exceeded by his faith in God and his love for his
family and friends. He has been married for twenty-six years to his
high school sweetheart, Lori. A committed Christian, he believes all of
creation is a reflection of God’s glory. His artistic passion is to
encourage and uplift his art collectors by creating scenes of beauty
filled with peace and tranquility. Mr. Norlien also hopes to create art
of lasting quality by pursuing excellence in composition, color, and
rendering. Currently, thirty-five of his original paintings have been
published as print and canvas reproductions, along with many other gift
items.
