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[2006-12-06 06:58:29 +0000 UTC]
"Fine Art by Papasso"
(United States)
# Statistics
Favourites: 2; Deviations: 276; Watchers: 40
Watching: 27; Pageviews: 14562; Comments Made: 718; Friends: 27
# Interests
Tools of the Trade: Pencil, PaintburshOther Interests: Painting, Drawing
# About me
ABOUT THE ARTIST ~ Kathie Papasso“My art, just as a well written song is about my life experiences.”
As a mother of two with 3 grandsons and one grandaughter living in Okeechobee and traveling often, I am fortunate to have an endless supply of natural subject material. My painting started with pet portraits and then my subject matter began to grow with our travels. We recently replaced our 33’ sport fishing boat with a motor home and my husband of 35 years is also a pilot and we own our own aircraft.
With these different modes of transportation, I have the unique opportunity to see things in a way most people can not. Also, because of the very different subject matter of these types of transportation, it was natural for me to begin by painting airplanes, boats and many of the fabulous vistas I have seen from these unique modes of transportation.
However, living in Okeechobee has also given me a very unique perspective of the modern rancher and cattleman, not to mention the subject matter that is all around me at home in Okeechobee. The more I looked the more I began to find, especially around town, local ranches, local lakes, especially the Big “O” itself.
I became serious about my art less then 4 years ago starting with Color pencils, then watercolors, I eventually tried oils and ended up enjoying Acrylics which is the medium most of my work is in today. Enjoying painting the fine details I like to obtain realism with an occasional attempt at different techniques like impressionism and the palette knife technique for texture.
I have placed First in numerous art contests over the past few years and have also had the privilege of having my work hanging in the A.E. Backus Gallery in Ft. Pierce. My work is also somewhat in demand having been commissioned by many local ranchers and people, some as far away as Oklahoma, Canada and Alaska
On my journey I have had the opportunity to meet a lot of great artists and really interesting people, but the most memorable meeting was recently when I had most of the living Highwaymen visit my booth at a local art show. They were nice enough to spend some time looking at my work and discussing my work and career with me. They were all very complementary of my work and supportive of my talent calling it a natural talent. Many of them also commented on my attention to detail especially how my animal paintings capture the life in the eyes of the animals. They also took a group picture with me, which was a highlight of our meeting.
As I continue my quest for the perfect subject I have been drawn more and more to animals and natural vistas. While I have not focused entirely on one area of art, I seem to be more of a naturalist by choice, painting mostly cows and local lake scenes with a many gifts and commissioned portraits also in my portfolio. More importantly, I paint what I feel and how I see it which I feel is the key to my talent and the secret of my success.
Kathie Papasso
Artist
“Fine Art by Papasso”
Current Residence: Okeechobee, Florida
Personal Quote: Of all the things I've lost, it's my mind I miss the most
# Comments
Comments: 50
Thankyou very much for joining CattleCallHerd!
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Hey! I’m a contributor of #Sellers-Showcase . Thankyou for joining our group; we really appreciate it and we hope that you find it very beneficial. Please read our ‘Rules/ Guidelines’ section on our home page before getting started. Remember that we will only accept your deviation if you leave an asking price in the artist's comments. If you need any further help, please note the group or leave a comment on the home page. Thanks!
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THANK YOU VERY MUCH Diana, Its great to have fans and friends!
Luv and hugs.
Kathie
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Hey Sue, good to see you here.. thanx my friend, Love your art too!! ENJOY!
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Okay, I'm done spamming you with favorites and comments now XD I love your work; it reminds me of my grandma's paintings
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Thank you so very much for all of your favorites and I'm glad you are enjoying my artwork! It is greatly appreciated. I'm glad it brings you good memories of grandma!
Luv,Kathie
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Here's a couple I'd definately be interested in buying if you decide to paint them...
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Thank you, Mothers Love photo is Beautiful, I love the new little calves, sooo adorable.
Thanks, Kathie
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I love your paintings. You seem like such an interesting person because of them.
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Thank you so very much! I realy appreciate it!!
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your paintings are beautiful!!
i would like to reccomend the CowClub ( ) for you and your paintings!!!
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Thank you so very much, I am glad you enjoy my paintings.
I will check into the cowclub!!
It is greatly appreciated, thanks again!!
Luv,Kathie
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i tried to paint a cow with the detail that you do please check it out i think i did a good job but not as good as you
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you did a great job and Thanks!!
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Hey LP!! Good to see you here too!!
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hi, Kathie
many thanks for adding me to your 
have a nice weekend
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hello fellow floridian, where are you located??
I'm in Okeechobee, Love your photograph! its so hard to find copyright free photos to use as references to paint from. If you have any florida scenery I'd love to paint some. but would alter it from original photos, I dont copy, just use as references.
Have a good day!
Kathie
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Here are some of my recent works... Enjoy!
Jersey Devil Airctaft
Taylorcraft model B
Piper Cub Over Medford, NJ
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THese all are great Joe!!
Keep up the good work!
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Here's my latest... Warrior's Warrior
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Thanks... working on a different version of the Piper Warrior for school... putting the true meaning of the word "Warrior" to it... should (read: I need to) have it done in a day or so, Ill upload it then.
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Sorry I haven't got to your deviations real soon. I just got done looking and faving them!
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Just checked out ur new deviations (finally lol). nice
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Thank you very much for your generous comments and adding so many of my paintings to your favorites!!
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Thank you so very much!! What name do you go by on wetcanvas??
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I go by GhettoDaveyHavok 
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Aww...thanks so much!! 
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Hey, you have some really good stuff here, a totally fab gallery 
Cal
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Hi Kathie! I'm Aries, also a member at paintdoodles forum. 
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Well MONTHS later (actually over a year, lol) and you finally have a galler. Not too shabby, I'm still trying to get Charlotte on here, but shes extremely critical of her work. Maybe once she get more digital training under her belt, she may decided to do it.
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Welcome to dA... now you gotta put up some of your stuff.
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