Artist Statement

There is nothing more challenging as a painter of nature than to capture her moods, her forms and colors, and to translate what I see and feel into a painting. I relish the ever changing real thing.

I try to capture nature’s ways. Her beauty, power, mysteries, and all the nuances there in. Painting the landscape connects me to the vitality of nature and enriches my soul.

My aim is to bring to the viewer my interpretation of the places that have touched my heart. My task is to portray how they speak to me without words. The vitality and energy within the forest is life giving. I want to bring to life what adds to life.

When viewers lose themselves within my paintings, they interpret the scene creating their own personal connection with the painting.

Read more about Kate in this article from Flat Rock Together.“Through Kate Thayer’s Eyes.” August 14, 2022.

Biographical Sketch

Kate Thayer has always been an artist. From intricately designed clothing knitted from exotic yarns from around the world, to culinary artistry, to garden design, and finally to painting with pastel and oils.  They have all had the same aim:  to create sensory and spiritual experiences that are personal, provocative, and life-enriching.

The museums and art galleries have been her education. She is a continuing student of the present and past masters.

She is an accomplished and widely recognized painter. Her work has been juried and awarded in international, national, and local exhibitions.  She is recognized for her exquisite voice in her paintings.

Affiliations

Pastel Society of American - Associate Member
Appalachian Pastel Society - Signature Member
American Women Artists - Associate Member
American Impressionist Society
Southeastern Pastel Society - Member of Excellence