Coastal Cotton (SOLD)

Kathie Odom

Kathie Odom

Oil on Linen

20 x 30"

Coastal Cotton, 20×30, Oil on Linen

I am not a coastal girl, but I am one who is drawn to the spacious quiet, an endless sky and the expanse of possibility. In two outdoor sittings with minimal additional studio time, I think I was able to retain some spontaneity of the moment. These wild popcorny shrubs also hint at the chances of spring, and frankly were the drawing card for me to sit with them… and look again. Resistance was a major element to this piece, a withholding from saying more about what was actually there. Let’s get outdoors more, yes?

After graduating from The University of Tennessee in Art Education and Fine Arts, Kathie received early recognition for pastel works. But it was 2009 when she found a home in painting oils en plein air.

I call myself a “Nostalgic Impressionist” as a way of identifying the subjects and style of painting that interest me most. No matter which part of America I paint, I am really passionate about plein air and allow myself to get lost in the wonderful process of it all!

Kathie resides with her husband and maintains a studio in the mountains of East Tennessee. She travels extensively exhibiting in fine art shows throughout the nation, teaching workshops and participating in plein air events. Kathie’s original works have sold internationally and she is quite proud of her gallery representation.

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