SOBA Gallery 32nd Annual Judged Show, 2026, 2nd Place Drawing/Pastel

The Society of Bluffton Artists held their 32nd Annual Judged Show in the autumn of 2026. Charleston artist Patrick Reid O'Brien served as the judge and Kati was grateful to receive 2nd place in the Drawing/Pastel category for her graphite drawing, CRADLE SONG.

Based on Alfred Lord Tennyson's poem of the same name, CRADLE SONG tells the story of home -- and also the moment one spreads their wings to fly.

Kati's work emphasizes truth and beauty, an exploration of the natural world in color and light that connects to both memory and emotion.

Her botanical and coastal expressions are loose interpretations of reality paired with the poetic fluidity of abstraction -- resulting in paintings that are fresh and vibrant, but simultaneously feel like home.

COASTAL BLUES

Abstract Collection

A merging of soul and spirit, these paintings are ideal for creating...