As an artist, preparing for a large-scale show like What a Wonderful World: A Louisiana Menagerie is both thrilling and overwhelming. This show featured 61 paintings, each celebrating the rich and diverse wildlife of Louisiana. Among them was one of my favorites—a watercolor painting of a turtle called “Lincoln.” Today, I want to give you a behind-the-scenes […]
Every artist has that one piece—the one that feels like a turning point, a burst of inspiration that changes everything. For me, that piece is Splendor Beneath the Waves, which represents the vast beauty of a coral reef. This painting, which was featured in my exhibition Off the Hook: A Journey Beneath the Waves at the West Baton Rouge […]
Among the colorful creations in my exhibition Off the Hook: A Journey Beneath the Waves, one piece stands out for its personality and playful charm. My pufferfish painting is aptly titled Blow Me a Kiss. It was on display last year at the West Baton Rouge Museum and was an absolute joy to create. It captures the whimsical essence […]
I’m excited to share my one of my latest watercolor paintings with you all! This one is special—it’s a bit larger than the pieces I typically work on, and it features a subject that’s both elegant and familiar: a mallard duck. Painting “Calcasieu” was a rewarding challenge, and I’m thrilled with how it turned out. […]
As a watercolor artist and a disabled artist, one of my most beloved ways of sharing my art is through intimate at-home events, known as KAK ART Parties. These gatherings began about ten years ago at my grandparents’ home in New Iberia, where I showcased my work to a small group of close friends. The event was such a […]
About seven years ago, I began hosting art and jewelry parties for my grandparents and their friends in New Iberia, Louisiana. What started as an intimate gathering in their home has since grown into a much-anticipated annual event. It is now held at a gallery each November. Over time, I’ve expanded these events to include additional shows […]
