KATHERINE KLIMITAS

ARTIST | PUBLIC SPEAKER | DESIGNER

Meet Katherine

I’m Katherine Klimitas, artist, speaker, author and graphic designer.

I have Osteogenesis Imperfecta, better known as Brittle Bone Disease. I get around in an electric wheelchair. I’m 2 feet, 7 inches tall. And by age 10, I had broken 500+ bones.

But there was no way my parents and I were going to let my disease dictate my happiness.

My parents influenced me the most. They made me want to make something of myself, and I was going to be happy doing it—end of story.

During my senior year at Loyola University, I started KAK Art & Designs. While my services have changed since 2011, I’ve stayed focused on 2 key areas: 1) expanding my reach and capabilities as a watercolor artist; and 2) motivating others to contribute to their communities.

After owning my business for nearly a decade, what keeps me striving for something more?

I want my work to bring people joy.

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SPOTLIGHTS

Breed All About Us, a collaboration of my watercolor illustrations and Yvonne Krumins’ writing, is a remarkable collection of art and voice. Told from the dog’s perspective, the book offers an amusing description of each breed, complimenting 64 exceptional watercolor paintings. Breed All About Us will appeal to dog lovers, artists, or anyone between the ages of 5 – 105!

Whether you are looking to treat yourself or are searching for the perfect, unique gift for a family member or loved one, my Etsy store is the place to be! From one-of-a-kind jewelry designs to various homeware items and original art, I have a little something for everyone!