As an artist, Katie has always been drawn to the quiet beauty of the natural world, finding inspiration in its subtle details. Whether it’s the way light dances on water or a butterfly landing softly on a flower, these small moments have shaped her artistic journey. Growing up between Arizona and Oregon, Katie’s work carries the imprint of both landscapes. She has vivid memories of using the vibrant colors of lantanas and bougainvillea to “paint” on the driveway of her childhood home, and those West Coast influences still resonate in her art today, blending nostalgia with wonder. Through her work, Katie aims to capture the emotions tied to these experiences, mixing personal memories with the dreamlike imagery that often emerges in her mind. Each brushstroke holds a piece of the past, present, and future—an ongoing exploration of how reality and imagination collide. Katie invites viewers to explore surreal landscapes where the boundaries between the real world and the dream world blur, offering a chance to dive into their own subconscious.