Kato Rempel

Kato Rempel's story is one of daring choices, cultural immersion, and a lifelong commitment to capturing the world's beauty with a stroke of her brush.

Her story begins in the vibrant city of Vancouver, BC, Canada. Her early 20s and 30s found her in the new world of digital graphic design, a time when computers were taking over and creativity was sparking new frontiers. With fourteen years under her belt in this industry, she decided it was time for a bold move.

Casting aside convention, Kato went with her family on an exhilarating journey to South East Asia, where cultures collided and colours seemed to be more vibrant. Sri Lanka became her classroom, where she dove into foreign customs, art, and architectural design.

Amidst these wanderlust-filled adventures, Kato found a new passion - oil painting. With dedication and discipline, she honed her skills, turning her once-hobby into a bona fide career. Returning to her Canadian roots, she settled in Kelowna, BC. Here, her artistic journey took a deeper plunge, guided by mentors, Kristy Gordon and Jerry Markham, who shared their wisdom.

Kato's artistry knew no bounds. Her works found homes in private collections across the globe. From the chilly landscapes of Canada to the sun-so...

An enthusiastic and passionate student for the past decade, Kato has studied with Kristy Gordon, completed the US Virtual Art Academy’s three year Alla Prima Plein Air program with Barry John Raybould, and is currently studying with Jerry Markham in Kelowna, BC.

Kato has won several awards through the Federation of Canadian Artists juried shows over the last few years and has now completed a peer review advancement that now gives her the designation of SFCA (Senior Member of the Federation of Canadian Artists)

2023
November - Under $500 – Penticton Art Gallery
November - Artists of the Okanagan, Peachland Art Gallery
September - Limitless FCA Vancouver - Honourable Mention for “The Blues”
September - Lake Country Art Walk - Solo
August - On the Edge - FCA Vancouver
July - Chapter Challenge - FCA Vancouver
July - 10th Annual Oasis Art Show - FCA Okanagan - Award of Excellence for “Medicine for the Soul”
June - Oil and Water - South Delta Artists Guild
February - Figurative Lines - Penticton Life Drawing Group - Sumerland George Ryga Arts Centre

2022
December - Artists of the Okanagan, Peachland
November - Home is Where the Art is - 5 Artist Show at a Private Residence
June - Oil and Water - South Delta Artists Guild
May - Warehouse Art Event - 5 Artist Show
May - Grizzli Winery Art Show - FCA Central Okanagan
April - Ode to Spring - FCA Central Okanagan
March - Animalis - FCA Vancouver
February - Artists Choice - FCA Vancouver - 3rd Place for “Childhood is the most beautiful of all life's seasons.”

2021
February - Curated Collection - FCA Vancouver
January - Works on Paper - FCA Vancouver

2020
December - Signature Medal Show - FCA Vancouver
November - Artists of the Okanagan - Peachland November - Under 500 - Penticton Art Gallery
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