Katie So frequently absorbs diverse visual stimuli as a crucial part of their creative process. They engage in walks and outdoor experiences, immersing themselves in the environment with heightened attention to detail. This interaction serves as a form of nourishment, essential for their ability to concentrate.

This series of monochromatic paintings embodies this sensory-seeking behaviour. The subject matter remains rooted in the floral and botanical realm, featuring abstract forms and kinetic mark-making. The monochromatic palette reflects the artist’s visual sensitivity to light. These paintings serve as a sensory soothing exercise during the creation process, aiming to communicate not only the artist’s perspective but also their unique experience of the visual world.

MEDIUM

ink on raw canvas

ARTIST BIO

Katie So is a multidisciplinary artist based in Vancouver, BC. Drawing on their acute sensitivity to sensory stimuli, Katie captures the essence of fleeting moments, infusing their practice with a keen sense of nostalgia and emotional depth. Their work serves as a poignant reflection on the subtleties of daily life, depicting snapshots of sensory impressions and the nuanced emotions tied to ephemeral memories.

Katie has showcased work in North America and Europe, and continues to diversify their studio practice by attending local and international artist residencies.