“Remembering the lovely things, we have forgotten is one of the reasons for all art.” Madelein L’Engle
What Can I Create for You?
I specialize in creating custom watercolor paintings that transforms your passions and memories into timeless keepsakes:
- Fishing Memories: Vibrant fish portraits, intricate fishing flies, and serene waterside scenes.
- Family Moments: Capture treasured memories with loved ones in a unique artistic style.
- Memorable Objects: Transform cherished keepsakes, like fishing gear or meaningful items, into unique still life artwork.
- Custom Requests: Have a vision? Let’s bring it to life together!
Let’s preserve your story through art that inspires and delights. Download the free guide to get started today!
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Meet the Artist: Stories in Watercolor
Welcome! I’m Katherine J. Ford, a watercolor artist with a passion for turning cherished moments and everyday objects into timeless art. From the intricate beauty of fishing flies to the textures of weathered objects, my paintings capture stories that resonate deeply with collectors and fishing enthusiasts alike.
This photo shows me at the SIM Fly Fishing Festival in Italy, where I demonstrated my watercolor techniques. It was an honor to have one of my paintings selected for the permanent collection at the SIM Italian Fly-Fishing Museum.
Whether you’re looking for custom watercolor painting to commemorate special memories or an original artwork to bring warmth to your space, my goal is to create art that reflects your passions and tells your story. Explore my work and 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.
