About Kate

Kate is a multidisciplinary artist based in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Her artistic journey began at the age of four when she declared herself an artist, and was featured in her first juried exhibit that same year.

Known for her vibrant abstract landscapes, fine art photography, and non-representational abstract paintings, Kate draws inspiration from the light, colors, and beauty that surround her in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Her work is not only recognized in private collections worldwide, but also holds a place in the permanent collections of prestigious institutions such as the William J. Clinton Foundation and the Arts and Science Center of Southeast Arkansas, as well as The Presbyterian Hospital in Albuquerque and The Christus Saint Vincent Cancer Center in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

When Kate first experienced the magical light of New Mexico in 2007, she immediately felt like she belonged there. After a long and winding course over the next eight years, in 2015, she managed to move into her first live/work studio in Santa Fe, and knew she was finally home. Since then, she has bought a home on the outskirts of town and relishes the quiet beauty of the mountains, sunsets, and sunrises, while still being close enough to enjoy the vibrant art community of Santa Fe.  She has enjoyed being included in several invitational exhibits there, as well as a solo exhibit in 2024, with more on the horizon soon.

Kate continues to be inspired daily by Northern New Mexico. The colors, the light, the clouds, the animals, and the spirit of the high desert are sinking into her bones, bringing a deep healing process. She is inspired to expand her artwork in new directions, both with her painting, her photography, and the exciting places where the two overlap.

“Where desert light meets playful imagination.”

ARTIST STATEMENT

Inspired by the wild charm of New Mexico’s landscapes and animals, I create colorful, whimsical paintings that invite joy, peace, and a sense of wonder. My work blends imagination and place, transforming everyday moments into small celebrations of beauty and story. Through paintings, prints, and small batch artist-made goods, I aim to bring joy, color, and inspiration into people’s daily lives.

SELECTED EXHIBITIONS

2025

• The Dog and Pony Show, Edition One, Santa Fe, NM

• Spring in Bloom Pop-Up, Three Roots Designs, Santa Fe, NM

• Unpolished: A Chamisa Skateboard Show, Horseshoe Gallery, Santa Fe, NM

2024

• High Desert, Solo Exhibit, Three Roots Designs, Santa Fe, NM

• Recent Works, Solo Exhibit, Prism Gallery, Santa Fe, NM

• Pop-Up, fs2supply, Santa Fe, NM

• Fine Art / Fine Wine, Prism Gallery, Santa Fe, NM

2023

• Vivid Magenta: A Skateboard Exhibit, Sunday Service Moto, Albuquerque, NM

• Aubade: A Dawn Serenade, Rufina Taproom, Santa Fe, NM

GALLERIES & STOCKISTS

• Edition One Gallery – Canyon Road, Santa Fe, NM

• Historic Santa Fe Foundation Gift Shop – Canyon Road, Santa Fe, NM

• Modern Folk Ware – Santa Fe, NM

• Bobby Beals Presents – Santa Fe, NM

• Three Roots Designs – Santa Fe, NM

• Abiquiu Dome – Abiquiu, NM

• Galerie 111 — Taos, New Mexico

• Mi Corazon Encantado – La Mesilla, NM

• Five3 Gallery – Laguna Beach, CA

PUBLICATIONS & FEATURES

• Su Casa Magazine, Spring 2025

SELECTED COLLECTIONS

• Presbyterian Hospital, Albuquerque, NM

• Christus St. Vincent Regional Cancer Center, Santa Fe, NM

• William J. Clinton Foundation Permanent Collection, Little Rock, AR

• South Arkansas Arts & Science Center, Pine Bluff, AR

• Numerous private collections in the U.S. and abroad

EDUCATION & TRAINING

• BFA, University of Central Arkansas, Conway, AR

• Ongoing workshops in painting, photography, print reproduction, and creative entrepreneurship

CURRENT OFFERINGS

I offer original paintings, fine art prints on paper and canvas, boxed notecard sets, tea towels, and limited edition calendars. All pieces are created in small batches and inspired by the vibrant soul of the Southwest.