Quiet Stories in Watercolor
Original watercolor paintings shaped by memory, craft, and time on the water
I create original watercolor paintings that honor quiet moments and meaningful objects—fishing flies shaped by use, fish held with care, and natural forms observed over time.
Rooted in memory, craft, and lived experience on the water, my work reflects a respect for the stories carried in familiar things and the beauty often overlooked. Each painting is made to be lived with, returning something personal and recognizable to those who know it.
Moments Captured in Watercolor
Meet the Artist
Hello, I’m Katherine J. Ford, a watercolor artist drawn to the quiet stories held in everyday objects and time spent on the water. My work often begins with close observation—of fishing flies shaped by hand, fish briefly held and released, or well-used objects that carry memory and meaning.
I paint with care and restraint, allowing each piece to reflect the experience behind it rather than just the image itself.
One of my paintings is held in the permanent collection of the SIM Italian Fly-Fishing Museum, and I continue to explore the intersection of craft, nature, and lived experience through my watercolor practice.
Join for Stories in watercolor — occasional notes about new work, quiet observations, and the moments that shape them.
Custom Work Made to Be Lived With
I accept a limited number of custom watercolor paintings for those who wish to hold onto a meaningful moment or object. Each piece grows out of conversation and close observation, whether inspired by time on the water or an item shaped by use and memory. The intention is to create something quiet and lasting—made to be lived with and returned to over time. If you’re considering a custom piece, I’d be glad to talk through your idea.
