Hi! I'm Kate

I am a full-time (and lifelong, formally trained) artist and design partner specializing in high-end art with a wink - more on that below.

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fun + fine art for design

That’s my artist's statement in slogan form. Why?

My practice is intentionally expansive, but whether I’m creating a minimalist abstract or a pop-art portrait, “fun + fine” means blending the technical rigor and sophistication of fine art with a playful, subversive, or irreverent spirit. High-end with a wink. (This is also, to a great degree, how I approach most things in life.) 

In my art, I’ve always been drawn to the relationship between structure and play. I have discovered that they work beautifully together to create dynamic, cohesive, and balanced experiences. I start with intuition (energetic, spontaneous, expressive) and then rely on structure (often in the form of a structural overlay) to anchor and elevate it. The combination is my visual language, the bridge between expression and engagement - how I articulate, communicate, and connect.

The “for design” pillar harkens to the power of how art in context activates the total composition of a space. Contrary to the trope of ‘art as decor,’ I believe that art can reach its highest potential when it lives with us, vibes with us, and influences our daily energy and experience. The point isn’t for the art to match a fabric swatch, but rather intentional curation: when the art and the space it lives in (the palette, textures, architecture, function) are in harmony, the whole space becomes a visual-emotional ecosystem, and feels resolved in a uniquely sophisticated way. (This is also a powerful, intentional way to build a collection that feels authentic and personal, if collecting is a goal.)

exhibitions

Aug-Sep 2026 - Member Exhibition
Main Gallery, Visual Art Center of NJ
Summit, NJ
Award: Honorable Mention, Birds of a Feather

Mar-May 2026 - Solo Exhibition
Atelier Modern
Larchmont, NY

Oct-Dec 2025 - Group Exhibition
RAM Gallery
Summit, NJ

Apr-May 2025 - Member Exhibition
Main Gallery, Visual Art Center of NJ
Summit, NJ

Nov 2024-Jan 2025 - Duo Exhibition
Madison Art Gallery, Morristown Medical Center
Morristown, NJ

Mar-Jun 2022 - Solo Exhibition
Art at Overlook, Overlook Medical Center
Summit, NJ

May 2008 - Solo Exhibition
List Art Center, Brown University
Providence, RI

retail

John-Richard Collection

Horchow

Safavieh

& more

education

Brown University
BA, Visual Art | BA, Economics (honors)
Providence, RI

School of Visual Art
Various digital art courses
New York, NY

Visual Art Center of New Jersey
Various fine art courses
Summit, NJ

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working with me

My process begins and ends with the client.

Whether the goal is to select original works for a home, design a custom commission, or source limited edition prints for a commercial project, I work directly with each client to get a comprehensive understanding of the project scope, objectives, requirements and limitations, as well as the design aesthetic of the space and personal tastes of all relevant stakeholders.

My work style is flexible and responsive, from delivering on tightly-defined specs for a decisive designer to owning all aspects of advisory, production, framing, and installation for clients seeking end-to-end service.

Ultimately, I always aspire to offer both beauty and substance: something you've been searching for, a companion for your morning coffee, a warm welcome to your guests, or maybe the just-right punctuation for a precisely designed moment. 

Both my studio practice and my trade relationships are rooted in integrity, excellence, and a client-first approach. Whatever purpose art serves in your life or work, thank you for including me in your quest for gorgeousness.

I can’t wait to hear about your project!

Not-really-fine print: Turnaround times vary depending on project size and scope. All custom work is quoted in advance, with approval and deposit required up-front. Satisfaction guaranteed (obsession likely), or you’ll receive a credit in the amount of your full deposit, which never expires and can be used toward any other artwork or a future project.

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bio (artstory)

I have loved creating art since I could hold a crayon. I was drawn to portraiture (and all aspects of drawing people) from a young age, and eventually aspired to hyper-realism. In high school, I developed a passion for digital photography and digital image manipulation, and often used my photos as inspiration for my drawings.

I double-majored at Brown University in Visual Art and Economics (honors), and following a career spanning finance and strategy consulting, have pursued art professionally since 2019. Since then, I feel fortunate to have developed amazing relationships with individual art collectors, interior designers, and respected galleries and retailers.

Outside of the arts, I am a passionate supporter and board advisor for organizations dedicated to advancing educational access, excellence, and empowerment, particularly for girls and first-generation college students.

I work from a dedicated art studio in Chatham, NJ, and continue my arts education at the Visual Art Center of New Jersey. I live with my family in Summit, NJ, and especially love teaching and making art with my two sons, whose curiosity, vision, and natural talents baffle and thrill me.