Kathryn Gauthier painter


  
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About Kathryn Gauthier
 I was born and raised in rural Massachusetts where, as a child, I had access to pristine woods and fields. This intimate contact with nature has consistently influenced my work as an artist. From my early renderings of local landscapes, to the introspective mixed media collages of more recent work, I have been compelled to capture the beauty and spirituality of nature. My influences have changed since my move to Chicago and an urban environment. Nature still is an element in my work, but my inspiration now comes from jazz improvisation and the vibrant urban landscape as well.


My education includes; a BA in Fine Art from Emmanuel College, Boston, MA followed by classes at the Massachusetts College of Art, the Worcester Art Museum School, the Boston Center for Adult Education, and the Chicago Printmakers Collaborative. I also achieved 48 credits in Music/Theater/Dance from Dean Jr. College, Franklin, MA and completed a two-year program of intensive study in Acting and Directing at the Trinity Rep Conservatory, Providence, RI.


I worked for years as a recreation therapist and a teacher / performance artist, then became involved in the field of decorative art, doing murals and faux finishes in residential interiors. I am currently self-employed as a decorative painter and fine artist, with a secondary music career as a singer / songwriter in the genres of folk, jazz, and cabaret. In November of 2001 I released my first jazz CD called "First Steps" available at the Jazz Record Mart and www.CDBaby.com. I have been exhibiting my work in group and solo exhibitions for 28 years with numerous awards to my credit. (See Resume)
 
Contact Kathryn • gauthierarts@gauthierarts.com