About

"I hope to spark both a reverence for the natural world and a deeper connection to our own courage."
meet katherine
b. 1991
Katherine is a Filipina American painter whose creative endeavors began with drawing and hand lettering at a young age. It wasn't until 2016 that she fully immersed herself in painting, finding profound inspiration in the natural world and female strength. Her work often features wildlife, nature, and female portraits. Her expressive work is infused with tropical elements inspired by her home country.
At 26, Katherine joined the Air Force, serving six years on active duty. The call to pursue her passion for art led her to transfer to the reserves, allowing her to focus more on her creative endeavors. She is currently based in Augusta, where she lives with her husband, two toddlers, dog, and two cats.
When not painting, Katherine enjoys photography, reading, and gardening, all of which continue to inspire and influence her artistic journey.

Artist's statement
As an artist, my work is a tribute to nature, feminine strength, and the power of following one’s inner call. Growing up in the Philippines, I draw my inspiration from the beauty of the islands—its wildlife, foliage, and spirit.
My recent work explores the intersection of nature and femininity through expressive female portraits infused with tropical flora, fauna, and symbolic wildlife. These women embody resilience, intuition, and strength—qualities seen in the natural world and within my own journey as an immigrant. Through abstract textures and instinctive mark-making, I capture the energy of emotion and the stories I often carry in silence.
My path to becoming a professional artist took a lot of courage. Immigrating to America at 15 challenged me to adapt and redefine my identity. Years later, seeking a deeper sense of purpose, I joined the U.S. Air Force, where I uncovered strengths I didn’t know I had. After serving on active duty, I chose to answer a long-standing call—painting—and stepped into the vulnerable but empowering path of building a creative life on my own terms.
Now, as an artist, wife, and mother, I pour that brave, untamed energy into every piece I create. Through my art, I hope to spark both a reverence for the natural world and a deeper connection to our own courage—the kind it takes to evolve, to begin again, and to chase what sets your soul on fire.
Whether through canvas or conversation, my message is clear:
Honor your passions. Trust your inner wild. And dare to create a life that’s true to you.
International Collectors
Katherine's work has been collected in the U.K., Germany, Canada, and all around the U.S.
Exhibitions
Katherine's work has been featured in group exhibits in the Augusta area. 4P Studios, the City Gallery, Augusta & Co., Fort Eisenhower Art Guild
Awards
Fan Favorite, First Place, and Best In Show in "Confinement Between the Lines" and "From the Ashes" art shows in 2021.
Publications
Katherine has been featured in the Lines and Curves art book by the Arts to Hearts Project.
She has also been featured in an Emerging Women Artists article.