Kathy Weliever

Kathy Weliever\'s passion for abstract art was inspired in 1995 by her first instructor at The Indianapolis Art Center, Shirley Despot. From that time on she has painted with a fervor fueled by her curiosity of non-objective compositions that stir emotions or foster reminders of real life images or experiences Kathy entered John Herron Art School at the age of 54 with a youthful determination and conviction that one is never too old to do what they love. After graduating with a BFA in Painting, Kathy has continued painting in her home-based studio and has even offered painting parties for small groups. Her desire is to introduce others to abstract art in the hopes that the exposure will expand their understanding and will help them see the transcendent beauty in abstract forms. In addition, Kathy hopes to encourage and allow novice artists to express their thoughts and feelings with a freedom that might be difficult to accomplish in traditional Realism. Kathy uses the fast drying aspect of acrylic paint to achieve a fascinating layering effect that can not only offer a pleasing view for the eye but can also give a sense of mystery and intrigue. What is covered by one or more layers of paint may not be easily seen and yet it can, and often does, compel one to explore more closely what lies underneath.