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Katherine

@katherineurban

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Painting

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About

Katherine Urban is a watercolor artist based in Caddo Mills, Texas. Originally from Florida, she grew up exploring the outdoors—hiking, camping, and spending countless hours by the ocean—which continues to influence her work, with coastal imagery remaining a central theme. She earned her degree in art education from Florida State University and moved to Texas in 1994 to teach high school art, a career she continues alongside her studio practice. Urban draws inspiration from both her travels and the landscapes around her, including the North Texas countryside. Working primarily in watercolor, she creates paintings that reflect her lifelong love of nature, from seascapes to rural landscapes and florals.

Artist Statement

My work explores the beauty of the natural world, inspired by the coastal landscapes of my Florida roots and the open farmland of North Texas. Working in watercolor, I use layered washes and allow colors to flow organically, creating depth, movement, and light within each piece. I am drawn to the balance between control and unpredictability in the medium, which gives each painting its own energy. Through my art, I aim to share my love of nature and the outdoors, celebrating the environments that inspire and sustain me while inviting viewers to connect with the world around them.