Karen Jerzyk is a photographer whose trademark is photographing elaborate scenes in abandoned buildings. Her work is often wildly colorful and dynamic and creates a sense of surrealism and chaos with meticulous detail. 

Karen kindly invited me to her studio where she was designing a set for her latest work. The place was full of antique pieces, dismembered mannequins, old paintings, and photography gear. We chatted about not fitting in, struggling to find artistic voice, favorite filmmakers, and her father's battle with stroke and its affect on her work. Oh yeah, and she answered Five Questions. Meet Karen.

Featured Music:
Theme Song: Beware of Safety - Mulberry and Heather
Cinematic Orchestra - The Awakening of a Woman (Burnout)
Le Sigh - Loops for Sleeping II
Trespassers William - What of Me
Tristeza - Balabaristas