As an artist, Kristy Collette thrives on the act of creation, from writing and music to painting and sculpting. Grounded in the philosophy of wabi-sabi, she finds inspiration in the beauty of the imperfect and the value of slow moments. Each creation emerges from a journey of meditative exploration and continuous learning, reflecting her belief that art has the power to evoke joy, memory, and curiosity.
Growing up on a farm in rural Tennessee, Kristy Collette’s fondest memories are of riding horses, reading books, or simply daydreaming under the shade of the tulip poplar in her backyard. Her deep appreciation for forgotten things, story, and nature profoundly shapes her artistic vision today. Now based in coastal California, her life is enriched by her family, which includes two dogs, two cats, two kids, and one partner. When not in her studio, Kristy can be found at the beach with her pups, at the kitchen table writing fiction, curled on the couch crying over a k-drama, or wandering through the vast wilderness surrounding her hillside residence.
Statement
Kristy Collette is an intuitive abstract artist whose work serves as a celebration of life's unpredictable beauty. Guided by curiosity and experimentation, her art captures the essence of the unexpected, paying homage to the untamed aspects of existence. With every brushstroke, Kristy seeks to ignite personal acceptance and the freedom of expression, inviting viewers to embrace the enchanting concept of beauty in the imperfect.
Each of Kristy's meticulously designed pieces rekindles an inner connection with the soul's landscape while evoking reflections of the natural world. The artistic process becomes a form of meditation, both for the artist and the viewer. The art itself becomes a gentle guide, encouraging observers to explore the delicate structures of brushstrokes, the intricacies of carved lines, the interplay of textures, and the meditative quality of organic patterns. Through this unhurried process, the mind finds solace and presence in the now.
Alongside her painting practice, Kristy creates suspended sculptural works from hand-folded recycled books. These pieces emerge from the same meditative drive that guides her other art forms: unearthing the magic hidden in the simple and small.
From her upbringing in rural Tennessee to her current life in coastal California, Kristy's roots in wild, unboundaried exploration is evident in her work's subjects, colors, textures, and marks. Her mission is to infuse a touch of untamed beauty and creative joy into the lives of others through her art. Her work serves as a testament to the tranquil magic of the natural world and the meaningful practice of the mundane, inviting viewers to explore their own inner landscapes and find solace in the art of the present moment.
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