About KATHY

Kathy is a Vermont award-winning artist and illustrator with a love for the outdoors. Her friendly, colorful style is evident in her pastels of landscapes and other favorite subjects.

 Kathy has been painting for many years, whether it is a mural on children’s bedroom walls, stage sets, or in homes across the country.  She has a home studio in White River Junction and is the co-owner of Long River Gallery.

 “I have always loved art in all its forms.

 My painting is done usually in the studio. I take photos or sketch landscapes or any particular subject that strikes me and bring those inspirational beginnings to the studio and go from there. I often ‘fall in love’ with an idea for a painting, then I choose my palette depending on how I want to use color for the piece and work on lightly sanded color paper, which holds the pastel best.

 I studied design in college and worked as a graphic designer for many years. The colors and composition in my art reflect my evolution from children’s illustration. The rich colors I use reflect my feelings about the subject matter and I find myself inspired simply by color, form and light.”

- Kathryn Detzer