Kate Kennedy

Kate has been painting since she was able to hold a paint brush. She began formal studies in painting and drawing at University when she was in 8th grade.

She is known for her ability to entice the viewer to lean forward into the subtle drama of her work. Kate prefers to let the viewer find their own metaphors in her work.

Kate was a Gallery Owner and Art Consultant early in her career, but her heart has always been in her studio, dreaming up something new. Kate enjoyed helping corporate and private collectors build their collections while she lived in Seattle Washington and greater Pacific Northwest.

Currently, Kate splits her time between her island studio near Charleston, South Carolina and her studio on the shores of Coeur d'Alene lake, Idaho.


Artists who have influenced Kate include O'Keefe, Cassatt, Turner, Wyeth, Sargent, and Thaulow.

Kate received a Bachelors degree in Fine Art from Gonzaga University, Spokane, Washington in 1983

2018: Smith and Vallee Gallery, April 6-29th 2018 "Bloom" A group show of 17 prominent Pacific Northwest Artists.

A list of past exhibits, and collectors is available on request.