Welcome
I have been painting for more than thirty years. I have led a nomadic lifestyle, worked as a writer/editor and more recently as a life coach, but always enjoy returning to my first love: creating portraits of clients and their beloved animals.
“You really are gifted, you capture the soul of all you draw and paint.” Miriam P.
“The whole process from start to finish was incredibly easy and painless as well as being enormous fun as Kate is an absolute joy to work with.”
“It’s so much better than I thought it was going to be; it’s actually incredible!!”
Spencer Matthews
Spencer Matthews – As featured on E4 – Spencer, Vogue and Wedding Two
Animal Portrait Artist
Winston – As featured on E4 – Spencer, Vogue and Wedding Two
Technology is a wondrous thing until it won't work. I seem to have been permanently locked out of my email.
So please use [email protected] if you're trying to get hold of me... Or if you've used a different address in the past year. π
Do you have, or know of, a teenage girl being bullied, and desperately want to help? I admit I would want to use physical violence against the perpetrator but I have a better, more effective and arguably more acceptable (!) suggestion... A number of years ago I met Gemma Marks when we both trained to be life coaches. She's much younger than I am, very down to earth and we quickly became friends. I was blown away by her intuition, compassion and her ability to cope with difficult situations. She has a vast amount of experience and qualifications and is focusing on helping teenage girls cope with bullying. Being bullied is hateful and can do life-long damage. If you know anyone being affected, please put them in touch with Gemma. I can't recommend her more highly. She is an extraordinary young woman and a real force for good.
www.awkwardconversations.co.uk
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Another couple of Christmas commissions... I absolutely love doing drawings of small family groups. It's even better when they're old friends and you can see those delicious, mischievous smiles being passed down to their children! π₯°
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A Christmas commission of three generations of lovely labs: Aussie bred old lady plus mother and daughter. (Who also happen to be mother and sister to our Mabel.) Not an angle I would usually paint but what adorable faces! π
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Desperately sad to read that Miranda's beloved dog Peggy died recently. Many of us have been lucky enough to have incredible connections with our pets but Miranda's bond with Peggy always seemed uniquely special. Sending big hugs to @realmirandahart and to anyone who has recently lost a beloved furry friend. π
What a bizarre year it's been! Wishing all our fab family and friends the happiest possible Christmas in these strange times. We're isolated with the family in varying degrees of health, but send our love, very best wishes and festive snogs to you for an excellent, happy and healthy 2021. To coin a phrase: things can only get better! S
(There are at least two cats up the tree π)
Much enjoyed painting this handsome boy and very promising young show jumper owner. I always love painting a portrait and combining it with an action shot. Happy birthday dear Minnie!
www.katefinlaysonartist.co.uk
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Another nail biting final of @britishbakeoff! Disappointing for Dave but Peter showed class throughout. Sad it's over for another year but the show had never been more welcome. Total warmth, fun and escapism in these strange times.
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A year ago I was invited to appear on Spencer Matthews reality TV show (twice!). Completely surreal but a hoot and I'm confident this will remain the weirdest portrait I've ever been asked to paint. π
More absolutely wonderful feedback from a client. When I was life coaching I'd always encourage my clients to do more of what they loved. How lucky, for once, I followed my own advice!
"Jack just arrived and Iβm elated! Itβs absolutely beautiful! So so pleased. You are one talented woman :).
Buzzing for Ted (my partner) to open it on his birthday Sunday.
Thanks so much!"
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