Today we’d like to introduce you to Kathy Lett.
Hi Kathy, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
I started my relationship with Art as a child. My parents were divorced, so I was a frequent guest at many different households. It seemed that wherever I went I was given a pen, pencil or paintbrush. It kept me focused and gave me an outlet to express the confusing thoughts I was going through at the time…it became my friend.
Art was my favorite subject in High School and it was only natural that I continued down that path, majoring in Graphic Arts at Eastern Kentucky University. Years later, I felt the need to expand my creativity in a different way and moved to Los Angeles to pursue, what became a successful modeling and acting career, including National & Regional TV commercials, a billboard and Film.
When I wasn’t working, I immersed myself in Art projects again…it wouldn’t let go! It has been a therapy for me. I created
“The Misfit collection” which was a series of quirky, polymer wall masks. These gained awareness through Art shows, restaurants and coffee shops and then led to a pretty nice home commission. Eventually I moved back to Dallas and then created a series of rock scenes, which I ended up selling to a Specialty Art boutique called Tie Coon in Highland Park Village.
Fast forward to today… I am presently a Fluid artist. I create on all sizes of canvas and have added pouring/resining on Serving boards as well. (functional art) With this type of medium, you never know what will happen next…I love the suspense of not knowing and having to make it work at the end.
I am a member of the Visual Arts League of Allen and the Visual Arts Guild of Frisco. I am also an artist at The McKinney Art Gallery in McKinney Square. So, yes, I do stay busy doing what I love and I am grateful every day!
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
As with anything, there are up and downs. Making a living as an artist is not easy, but having the freedom to express my self thru my creativity makes all worth while. There have been times in my life, where I could not afford to pursue my Art
full-time, which was probably the biggest struggle. Fortunately, this is no longer the issue, but now I need more space! I have a home studio that has taken over my house…help!!!
Fluid Art is not easy. It can get expensive and frustrating. You have to be a scientist, mixing and measuring. But at the end of the day, it is rewarding…to see the beautiful end result. Oh and it is very addictive too, you keep on wanting more.
After 5 years. I can say that I am finally getting the hang of it!
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
I am a Mixed Media artist, specializing in Fluid Art on canvas and wood. I started out pouring on different sized canvas experimenting with several different techniques, then eventually graduated to pouring and resining on Serving boards.
I am proud to say that some of my large Acrylic Pour Abstract paintings adorn people’s homes and offices. My Serving boards are displayed and sold at a wonderful place called McKinney Art Gallery in McKinney Square.
I think what sets me apart from others is that I don’t let the creation out the door, till I am totally convinced that it is the best or as interesting that it can be…same goes for the Serving boards.
Networking and finding a mentor can have such a positive impact on one’s life and career. Any advice?
I would just say… talk with other artists, read books, take classes and watch tutorials. If you are serious about making Art your living, just live it everyday…immerse yourself in it!
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kathyskreations10
