It's easy to see why nature inspires award-winning artist Donna Gates King. At her doorstep, just outside Denali National Park, lies the vast wilderness that enlivens her work.
Donna is probably best known for her watercolors, though she is at ease with a variety of mediums. Her images depict Alaska's scenic beauty, wildlife and dog mushing. Since a kennel of over 85 sled dogs fills her back yard, Donna's knowledge of mushing is firsthand. Donna studied studio art and graduated with high honors from the University of Illinois Medical Center in 1980, with a masters degree in Medical Art. She came to Alaska that year and began work as a back country ranger and park naturalist at Denali National Park. There, she developed a deep respect for Alaska's wilderness spirit.
"Seward Sonata "
Image size 30 1/4 x 18 3/4
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Donna's work is displayed in prominent galleries throughout Alaska and the Lower 48. For seven years, Donna was selected the official artist of the Yukon Quest International Sled Dog Race, producing the image for the race's annual Commemorative Limited Edition print. The Alaska Natural History Association has also commissioned her to create paintings annually, to be used for Limited Edition Commemorative prints for Denali National Park. In addition to her fine art work, Donna has worked as a staff medical illustrator for the Mayo Clinic. She has illustrated and designed children's books, books on Alaska, and publications for the National Park Service. Stop in at the Goose Lake Studio Gallery when you visit Denali National Park during the summer months. 
