Katherine Gosnell is a visual artist who explores the relationship between person and place, from the present environment to its metaphysical reality. Her work is characterized by representational human figures in abstracted landscapes that feature plant imagery, star motifs, and vivid bands of color, with themes on new creation, longing, or childlike wonder.
Over the past several years, Gosnell has been involved in creative projects that bridge the local Christian church with the surrounding urban neighborhood. Often these are collaborative outdoor murals that Gosnell designs and paints with volunteers. These experiences embody the exploration of person and place, bringing the viewer to think about one’s presence and impact in the local community.
Community Projects
Trinity Square Together mural, Central St. Providence, RI, 2024 - Ongoing
Church Mission mural, Salvation Army, 386 Broad St, Providence, RI, 2024
New Life murals, Renaissance Church, 184 Broad St, Providence, RI, 2023
On Earth as It is in Heaven mural, Salvation Army, 386 Broad St, Providence, RI, 2022
Back Garden mural, Renaissance Church, 184 Broad St, Providence, RI, 2021
Exhibitions
The Light Project, Renaissance Church, Providence, RI, 2019
AU Senior Showcase, Carnegie Building of the Anderson Art Center, Anderson, SC, 2019
Mostra, Convento dei Servi di Maria, Orvieto, Italy, 2018
Flesh & Bone, Anderson University, Anderson, SC, 2017
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Painting & Drawing
Anderson University, Anderson, SC
Gordon in Orvieto Academics Program
Gordon College, Orvieto, Italy
