Your story is one of a kind. Your art should be too.
Your passions and memories deserve more than a snapshot — they deserve art that lasts a lifetime. I create original watercolor paintings that capture what matters most to you:
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Fishing Memories: From vibrant fish portraits to intricate fishing flies and serene waterside scenes, preserve the moments that make your time on the water unforgettable.
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Family Moments: Celebrate the people you love with art that reflects your shared stories and special times together.
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Meaningful Keepsakes: Turn cherished items — from treasured fishing gear to objects with deep personal meaning — into timeless still life paintings.
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Custom Creations: Have a vision in mind? Let’s create it together.
Every brushstroke is designed to inspire, delight, and keep your story alive for generations.
Download the free guide to learn how to transform your memories into a one-of-a-kind watercolor keepsake.
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Meet the Artist: Stories in Watercolor
Hello! I’m Katherine J. Ford, a watercolor artist devoted to transforming cherished memories and everyday treasures into timeless works of art. From the delicate detail of fishing flies to the rich textures of weathered objects, my paintings capture stories that speak to both collectors and fishing enthusiasts.
This photo shows me at the SIM Fly Fishing Festival in Italy, where I demonstrated my watercolor techniques. One of my proudest moments was having a painting chosen for the permanent collection at the SIM Italian Fly-Fishing Museum.
Whether you’re seeking a custom watercolor to commemorate a special moment or an original artwork to bring warmth and character to your space, my goal is to create art that reflects your passions and tells your story. Explore my work — let’s create something meaningful together.
Flowers & Flies: Nature at the Tying Bench
Fishing flies aren’t exact copies of bugs—they’re creative interpretations, little abstract sculptures meant to fool a fish. The inspiration? It’s all around us. Wildflowers, hatching insects, and the subtle signs of the seasons showing up along the riverbank.
Featured Painting: “Snow and Stone”
This piece brings together an early brown stonefly and the first snowdrops of spring—two quiet indicators that it’s time to dust off the rod. It’s a nod to those moments when fishing, art, and the natural world all come together.
