My website is now here:
www.katekamikaze.com
Please update your bookmarks and go see what Ive been up to lately.
Kate
xo
Sunday, November 1, 2009
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Flower pressing & acetate
My lack of ability to paint what I consider to be realistic flowers led me to a new technique this week- flower pressing.
Its a definate test of my patience...but I intend to combine illustrations with pressed flowers, most likely with a dark twist.
More on that soon, for now its looking something like this:
Have also been trying out compositions with acetate sketches:
A couple new hair decorations in my etsy shop: click here.
kate
xo
Its a definate test of my patience...but I intend to combine illustrations with pressed flowers, most likely with a dark twist.
More on that soon, for now its looking something like this:
Have also been trying out compositions with acetate sketches:
A couple new hair decorations in my etsy shop: click here.
kate
xo
Friday, July 17, 2009
New work...
New painting, 40cm x 90cm
Oil on Canvas
'Vase'.
Hopefully this, and many other peices of mine will be gracing the walls of Brightons favourite goth pub, the Caroline of Brunswick by the end of next month. On sale, of course, but predominantly Im happy for these to be viewable instead of sitting behind my wardrobe.
Details of the opening coming soon.
1st finished peice for the book Im drawing:
My stall at the Phoenix Gallery:
Still thinking of ideas to spruce it up a bit, and make it a little more attractive.
Currently reading: The art and times of Tamara De Lempicka. A fascinating insight into a fascinating life, but also a sad story of the fickleness of the art world.
Currently listening to: Bat For Lashes- Two Suns. Fiona Apple- When the Pawn. The Crow soundtrack.
Kate
xo
Oil on Canvas
'Vase'.
Hopefully this, and many other peices of mine will be gracing the walls of Brightons favourite goth pub, the Caroline of Brunswick by the end of next month. On sale, of course, but predominantly Im happy for these to be viewable instead of sitting behind my wardrobe.
Details of the opening coming soon.
1st finished peice for the book Im drawing:
My stall at the Phoenix Gallery:
Still thinking of ideas to spruce it up a bit, and make it a little more attractive.
Currently reading: The art and times of Tamara De Lempicka. A fascinating insight into a fascinating life, but also a sad story of the fickleness of the art world.
Currently listening to: Bat For Lashes- Two Suns. Fiona Apple- When the Pawn. The Crow soundtrack.
Kate
xo
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
Phoenix stall & The Book!
A while since the last update; sorry about that.
It's much easier to update via Twitter and Facebook these days should you be hungry for updates!:
katekamikaze on Twitter
katekamikaze on Facebook
I try to keep both art-based, and keep personal updates for personal sites so I wont be telling you what I had for dinner.
So follow or befriend me for works in progress, finished works, events Im taking part in and info about things that are inspiring me.
So, onto work then.
Am having a sale on my etsy of the remaining bird wing and feather items.
I sold a few peices and made new contacts and friends at the Phoenix Gallery Art Junky event a couple of weeks ago. Currently learning something new every time I do stalls and fairs, and its nice to see so many people interested in handmade, original art that stands out from the crowd in financially challenging times. I'm looking to get involved in the next event at the Phoenix- more news on that when it's announced.
Phoenix Gallery, Brighton website.
Speaking of bird wing hair peices, a quick peruse of the A/W 2009 Catwalk shows shows Lanvin joining the feather-fun:
Am I trend-setting? Moi? I doubt it, but it's nice to see something a bit weird hitting the fashion mainstream. Alexander McQueens show aw09 is also worth a look if youre a fan of the art side of fashion.
Work-wise, Im currently working on a book of illustrations. Keeping the concept relatively quiet for now, as I'd like it to make a big impact once it's finished!
But I will say it combines British Burlesque talent, Art Nouveau and the macabre!
For now, here's a sneak peek at a couple of sketches, acetates and ideas:
I'll put more teasers online soon!
Hopefully soon, this website will look a little better as I will be enlisting the help of a very talented designer and friend to give my online portfolio a bit of a makeover.
Can't be doing with this blog malarkey much longer.
Have a look at his stuff for now.
Matt Taylor
All for now.
Kate
It's much easier to update via Twitter and Facebook these days should you be hungry for updates!:
katekamikaze on Twitter
katekamikaze on Facebook
I try to keep both art-based, and keep personal updates for personal sites so I wont be telling you what I had for dinner.
So follow or befriend me for works in progress, finished works, events Im taking part in and info about things that are inspiring me.
So, onto work then.
Am having a sale on my etsy of the remaining bird wing and feather items.
I sold a few peices and made new contacts and friends at the Phoenix Gallery Art Junky event a couple of weeks ago. Currently learning something new every time I do stalls and fairs, and its nice to see so many people interested in handmade, original art that stands out from the crowd in financially challenging times. I'm looking to get involved in the next event at the Phoenix- more news on that when it's announced.
Phoenix Gallery, Brighton website.
Speaking of bird wing hair peices, a quick peruse of the A/W 2009 Catwalk shows shows Lanvin joining the feather-fun:
Am I trend-setting? Moi? I doubt it, but it's nice to see something a bit weird hitting the fashion mainstream. Alexander McQueens show aw09 is also worth a look if youre a fan of the art side of fashion.
Work-wise, Im currently working on a book of illustrations. Keeping the concept relatively quiet for now, as I'd like it to make a big impact once it's finished!
But I will say it combines British Burlesque talent, Art Nouveau and the macabre!
For now, here's a sneak peek at a couple of sketches, acetates and ideas:
I'll put more teasers online soon!
Hopefully soon, this website will look a little better as I will be enlisting the help of a very talented designer and friend to give my online portfolio a bit of a makeover.
Can't be doing with this blog malarkey much longer.
Have a look at his stuff for now.
Matt Taylor
All for now.
Kate
Friday, May 29, 2009
Shiny, tiny badges!
I have had some badges made up, for those out there who want a little peice of my art.
There are 4 in a pack, each measuring an inch in diameter.
Just £2, and FREE postage!
Click below to buy a pack now using paypal...
Wear with pride! :)
Ill be giving these away for free with any items bought from my etsy shop, or at tomorrows alternative arts, crafts and fetish market at the Caroline of Brunswick in Brighton.
Maybe see you there!
Kate
xo
There are 4 in a pack, each measuring an inch in diameter.
Just £2, and FREE postage!
Click below to buy a pack now using paypal...
Wear with pride! :)
Ill be giving these away for free with any items bought from my etsy shop, or at tomorrows alternative arts, crafts and fetish market at the Caroline of Brunswick in Brighton.
Maybe see you there!
Kate
xo
Thursday, May 21, 2009
New hand made hair decoration...
This will be up on etsy soonTake a look!
In addition to this, Ive been messing around with collage, plus I have some badges on the way, ready for my stall in Brighton on the 30th May.
More images soon!
Kate
xo
Monday, May 11, 2009
More 'Remnants' up on etsy, + Bat For Lashes painting
My 'Remnants' series continues, and I've just this minute added a few more items to my etsy shop.
They are all handmade by me from found, unwanted and specially sourced items like feathers, bird wings and other random things.
Things like these items:
Other news:
Good news for those out there who liked my painting of Bat For Lashed I was commissioned to do for The Brighton Source magazine...I will be putting it up for sale on my etsy page very VERY soon.
If youre interested in getting a print, please email me and let me know. katekamikaze@hotmail.co.uk
If I receive enough requests, I may look into getting some high quality prints done, for a smaller price than for the original painting.
Here's a photo of the original painting:
Kate
xo
They are all handmade by me from found, unwanted and specially sourced items like feathers, bird wings and other random things.
Things like these items:
Other news:
Good news for those out there who liked my painting of Bat For Lashed I was commissioned to do for The Brighton Source magazine...I will be putting it up for sale on my etsy page very VERY soon.
If youre interested in getting a print, please email me and let me know. katekamikaze@hotmail.co.uk
If I receive enough requests, I may look into getting some high quality prints done, for a smaller price than for the original painting.
Here's a photo of the original painting:
Kate
xo
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