By Kate Shephard
Art has always been my way of expressing feelings that words cannot capture. When I painted the original oil painting ‘Taking Flight’, I was thinking about freedom, energy, and the...
By Kate Shephard
Every painting has a story, and 'Leap of Faith' is no exception. This vibrant abstract artwork came to life during a period of personal and creative growth. I wanted to...
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By Kate Shephard
One of the most comforting truths in Scripture is found in Nehemiah 8:10: “The joy of the Lord is your strength.” These simple yet profound words have carried many through...
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By Kate Shephard
Every painting has a beginning, and for me, 'Whispers of Spring' began with a feeling – that quiet stir of anticipation when winter starts to melt into spring. It’s a...
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By Kate Shephard
For me there is something magical about summer – the warmth of the sun, the vibrant colours of nature, and the feeling of freedom that comes with long, bright days....
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By Kate Shephard
There’s something endlessly fascinating about the ocean. It’s vast, powerful, and full of secrets. When I began painting ‘The Sea Beneath Us Is Deep,’ I wanted to capture that sense...
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By Kate Shephard
In a world that never seems to slow down, finding moments of peace can feel like a luxury. That longing for calm was the inspiration behind my newest piece, ‘Beyond...
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By Kate Shephard
I’m so excited to share the latest addition to my Hushed Horizons Collection: ‘Blushing Haze’. This piece was born out of my desire to create a sense of peace and...
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By Kate Shephard
I’m so excited to share the latest addition to my Shimmering Shores collection: ‘The Shimmering Pier.’ This original oil painting captures one of Swanage’s most beloved landmarks, with the Purbeck...
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By Kate Shephard
There’s something magical about Thomas Hardy’s Cottage in Dorset — a timeless thatched home surrounded by spring blossom, rich in history and literary heritage. That was my inspiration for ‘Blooming...
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By Kate Shephard
There’s something truly magical about those first moments of dawn—when the world is quiet, and the sky wears its softest hues. ‘Soft Awakening’ from my Hushed Horizons collection was born...
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By Kate Shephard
I’m thrilled to share my newest piece — Between The Lines. This one began with a loose, flowing watercolour background — in sap green, lemon yellow and indigo — and...
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By Kate Shephard
I’m excited to introduce Emerald Tide, a new addition to my Painted by Sunlight print collection. This piece was inspired by the ever-changing moods of the sea — the way...
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