about katie
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I am most inspired by the natural world, and the way both art and nature can improve our mindset. I have healed through art, and I believe others can feel that when they view the work I create.
Colour psychology, mental health, personal growth, body image, and relationships all play a big part in my work.
Without going too much into personal experiences, I know how important it is to prioritise healing, mentally, physically, spiritually.
A lot of my practice is the exploration of being in control and letting go of control, which is my own personal way to work through my own anxiety and rumination.
The first layers are always unpredictable, thought out in terms of colour placement, but unpredictable with the chemical reactions I create, I then refine these ‘chaos’ layers and find the harmony within them, adding new layers and balancing the composition to create calm and natural feeling finished pieces.
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My artistic journey began in 2016, when I first started experimenting with fluid art and discovered a new way to express myself through abstract art. Before this I did a lot of fantasy and dark painting to move through different phases of my life.
This exploration naturally evolved in 2017, as I began working with resin, and adding more elements to my work, with the defining moment in 2018 when I incorporated ink into my practice, allowing me to create more chemical reactions, depth, texture, and movement within my pieces.
What started as a creative outlet, quickly became an obsessive passion for capturing the beauty in the natural world, while healing from things in my own life through art.
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My art is for those who want to create a space that feels grounding, calming, and connected, while bringing a sense of energy through shifting reflections, glowing and shimmering colours, and details that reveal themselves differently throughout the day.
I hope my collectors feel the connection between nature and the mind, using each artwork as an opportunity for personal connection. The piece they choose becomes more than something to admire; it becomes a reminder of their own experiences, emotions, and relationship with the world around them.
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Elemis x Katie Alize
Online Artist Led Art ClassIn February 2021, Katie was involved in curating and teaching a live online art class for the launch of a new product by the worldwide skin care brand Elemis partnering with QVC UK, the class alone had a combined social media reach of over 2 million followers with the influencers involved in the event.
Fairmont Banff Springs, Canada
Hospitality CommissionIn Spring-Summer 2022, Katie worked on 11 commissioned artworks for the prestigious Fairmont Banff Springs hotel in Canada. Art Advisory By Kevin Barry Art Advisory
Fontainebleau Las Vegas
Hospitality CommissionIn 2023, Katie Alize was commissioned to create 3 original double-sided 60cm pieces for display in the exciting new Fontainebleau Hotel in Las Vegas. Art Advisory By Kevin Barry Art Advisory
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https://kevinbarry.com/fontainebleau-the-grand-tour/Kaizen Furniture | The Gherkin, London
Furniture CollaborationCollaborated with Kaizen Furniture on their 30th anniversary event at The Gherkin, London, creating bespoke “Elemental Tables” featuring original hand-crafted original art coffee table tops.
The collection combined functional furniture design with original contemporary artwork, with each table top individually designed and finished to reflect a unique, elemental-inspired surface. The pieces were showcased as part of Kaizen Furniture’s curated installation during the anniversary event, integrating art into high-end interior design and bespoke furniture craftsmanship. The Elemental Tables were launched alongside Kaizen's other artist-furniture collaborations alongside Grove Gallery.
The project highlighted the fusion of fine art and functional design within a luxury commercial setting, presented to an audience of interior designers, industry professionals, and invited guests
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ESSEX LIFE MAGAZINE
Katie was featured in the local section of the Essex Life Magazine in Spring 2024.
ESSEX LIVING MAGAZINE
Katie was featured in Essex Living Magazine for her ambitious business aspirations and motivating story, see below for some photos of the feature. The feature was during Katie’s time with her Fluid Fox business name, before changing to Katie Alize.