On Being a Collected Artist-Kim Rowlett

"It is wonderful to know that many people all over the world enjoy both my original work and prints, so much that I have had many repeat buyers over the years"! They are kind enough to encourage me with many compliments, and I always appreciate their insights".

On Photography

"I have been taking photographs for many years. I remember riding down the road on my bike, when I was younger, snapping pictures at whatever was interesting, in color and/or black&white.  People ask me why I have never "focused in" on taking photos of people as my subjects more! Well, I cannot say I never find people interesting...but living in a rural country area, sometimes I would find myself taking photos of everything from old houses, that had been abandoned, to flowers, to wildlife. Sometimes a close up of a beer can crumpled on the road, was also interesting. Subjects are everywhere!" -KIMBERLY ROWETT

Favorite Art Materials

From time to time people ask me about the kinds of paints I buy, what medias I like to use,etc. However, I use whatever is good quality, and accessible.  Depending on the store I am visiting, I look at their selections, and note the prices offered. Of course, if they happen to have the kinds of paints I need on sale, I purchase those. I will occasionally try a new brand of paints, pastels,etc., out to see how it performs. Sometimes it has been well worth it, other times not. If you also produce art, as a hobby or profession, my advice is to experiment with what works for you, sometimes it really does lead you to a new understanding of what works best! 

Short Video (Snowy Backroads)

Painted Collage by Kim Rowlett

This is one of many art collage that I have done over the years. I sometimes take paintings from other projects, and use them for other purposes, such as making an art collage, or for use in other kinds of art and craft projects.