Katherine is a Canadian wildlife artist whose tropical-inspired paintings invite a deep, meditative connection to the natural world. Working primarily with oils on canvas, she draws on the bold, sun-soaked colours of her childhood along the Pacific coast in Lima, Peru. Her vibrant palette and layered compositions explore the magic of presence, the joy of daily connection to nature, and the possibilities that emerge when imagination and the beauty of wildlife intertwine.

Her work has been featured in Women’s Art Magazine, Vanity Fair, and Artist Talk Magazine, and exhibited at the Federation Gallery (BC), Summer & Grace Gallery, the Robert McLaughlin Gallery, and Propeller Art Gallery (ON). With each purchase, Katherine donates to ocean conservation initiatives, underscoring her commitment to protecting the wildlife she paints.

Beyond the studio, Katherine mentors Artists and collaborates with global wildlife conservation organizations. She is passionate about using art and nature as tools for wellness, Self-connection, and collective care.

An entrepreneurial catalyst for change, Katherine was the first artist to launch her business through Durham College’s Fast Start program., a student entrepreneurship centre that had previously supported only tech startups. Her success inspired a wave of creative entrepreneurs to join, and her story is now displayed at the centre as a source of inspiration. In 2024, she was featured on her first podcast interview, speaking on art, mental health, and wellness. She continues to collaborate with brands dedicated to protecting wildlife, weaving her commitment to conservation into every aspect of her practice.

ARTIST’S STATEMENT

Through the colours and creatures of the tropical world, my paintings ask a simple question: "What does it feel like to be fully alive?" My work is rooted in connection — to wildlife, to each other and ourselves, and to the peace found in nature's presence.