Exhibitions
CITY OF BURIEN COMMUNITY CENTER EXHIBITION
Now showing at the Burien Community Center: Kat Templeton
Exhibition Dates: June-July 2026
In Kat’s words: “My paintings are created through instinct, movement, and emotional response. I approach each canvas as a space where color and form can communicate what words often cannot. Layers build over time through expressive brushwork, fluid lines, and saturated palettes that create both tension and harmony within the composition.
I am deeply influenced by the emotional weight of color. Vibrant tones become carriers of energy and atmosphere, while distortion and movement allow the work to feel active and alive. These works are layered with memories and the energy we carry beneath the surface. The figures, landscapes, and sea life are not meant to sit quietly. They pulse. They visually confront viewers with an abundance of color. Each painting holds conversations about what it means to feel deeply in a world that often asks us not to.”
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TACOMA ART MUSEUM GALA
For this year’s sold-out TAM Gala, I am honored to contribute three original works to be exhibited and offered at auction in support of the museum and its ongoing commitment to arts, culture, and community.
Each piece carries its own quiet intensity, an exploration of movement, stillness, and the emotional landscapes that live between. Created through layered texture and intentional mark-making, these works invite the viewer to pause, to feel, and to step into a moment that is both deeply personal and universally understood.
To be included in an evening that celebrates creativity at this level, surrounded by collectors, patrons, and advocates of the arts, is something I hold with deep gratitude. Supporting the museum means investing in access, education, and the continued elevation of artistic voices, and I am proud to be part of that story.
These works were created not only to be seen, but to be experienced, and ultimately to find a home where their energy can continue to live and resonate.
PAINT FIGHT PDX
Paint Fight PDX is a high-energy live painting competition where artists go head to head in a three round art battle. In the first two rounds, selected artists each have 30 minutes to create a piece on a fresh 18”x24” canvas. The audience then votes to choose the top two artists, who advance to a final round and begin again on a brand new canvas for the ultimate showdown.
This interactive event invites attendees to be part of the experience. Watch the creative process unfold in real time, cast your vote, and witness the final face off between top competitors.
All artwork created during the event is auctioned live, with artists keeping 100 percent of their sales. Bidding starts at $50, and unsold pieces go home with the artist. Each participating artist receives $50 for competing, with an additional $100 awarded to the final round winner.
As a returning top ranking finalist who was pushed into a tie breaking round and narrowly defeated, I am stepping back into the arena ready to wrestle my paint brushes into a win.
Paint Fight PDX is where creativity meets competition.
Awaken , a new universe
Awaken, A New Universe
An Art Exhibition by Kat Templeton
Saturday, July 12th | 3–8 PM
Studio 42 | Poulsbo, WA
Step into a realm where color speaks, energy pulses, and nature transcends its form.
Awaken. A New Universe is a transformative new series by Pacific Northwest artist Kat Templeton, unveiling a vibrant, symbolic cosmos born from reconnection—with self, earth, and the spirit that binds them. Through kinetic brushwork, immersive landscapes, and visionary imagery, Templeton invites viewers to explore an existence reimagined.
From the sacred tides of the Puget Sound to the electric stillness of oldgrowth forests, to the mythic guardianship of A Earth herself this collection dissolves the ordinary and builds a bridge into a wild, vital, and luminous new world. Each painting is a portal. Each moment in front of the canvas, an awakening.
Join us in celebrating this powerful debut at Studio 42, and experience the launch of a universe where the future feels sacred, surreal, and alive.
Till Death Do Us Art
Step into a world where humor meets horror, where satire is served with a side of cerebral chills and Sci-fi darkness. On October 12th, the art world collides with the macabre in Till Death Do Us Art—a reunion you won’t want to miss. This dark, full-color spectacle showcases the genius of three extraordinary artists: Kat Templeton, Jae Burlingame, and Ben Perkins.
Over a decade ago, these visionary artists captivated audiences at the Gallery Zero with their collective works, leaving a legacy that echoed through time. Now, they’re back, bolder and more brilliant than ever, for a one-night-only extravaganza that promises to be timeless.
Join us from 5 PM to 9 PM at The Social Spoon, located in the Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center, for an unforgettable fall celebration. Expect to be inspired, frightened, and aroused as you witness art that pushes boundaries and defies expectations.
This October 12th, immerse yourself in a darkly exploration of life, death, humor and everything in between.
Till Death Do Us Art—because some things are just too good to stay buried.
“To Feel, Focus on Texture”
The Sequim Arts Commission Juried and selected my🎨 Painting "Promised Land" to be featured at the Karen Kuznek-Reese Gallery at Sequim Civic Center! The Exhibition called “To Feel, Focus on Texture” explores the how visually texture can represent so much more.
LE FEMME
Le Femme is a solo exhibition expressing the color and vitality of the feminine form.
Social Spoon and Portland City Center Courtyard by Marriott proudly present “Le Femme, Expression of the feminine form” a captivating solo exhibition by Vancouver based artist Kat Templeton. This vibrant showcase celebrates the color and vitality of the feminine form. A vibrant and unique display of bold color, high energy, and animated like imagery.
About the Exhibition:
“Le Femme” invites viewers to immerse themselves in Templeton’s expressive use of color and dynamic compositions. The exhibition highlights the diversity and complexity of feminine identity, with each piece reflecting the artist’s unique perspective on womanhood.
About the Artist:
Kat Templeton is a raw art expressionist who embraces the label of a non-traditional artist. Her work is not merely a visual representation but a medium through which she conveys powerful, imagery. Templeton’s art is alive, constantly in motion, and engages viewers in an ever-changing narrative. Her mantra, "Never stop pushing boundaries with your medium. Don't be afraid to embrace the chaos, break the rules, be raw, and be passionate!" encapsulates her artistic journey and philosophy.
Venue Information:
Downtown Portland’s Social Spoon, known for its playful cocktails and American faire, and Courtyard Portland City Center Marriott, a staple in hospitality, join forces to provide a sophisticated backdrop for this month-long art experience.
Event Details:
Exhibition Title: Le Femme, Expression of the feminine form
Artist: Kat Templeton - Big Chroma Studio
Dates: Saturday, June 1, 2024, to Sunday, June 30, 2024
Opening Reception: Saturday, June 1, 2024, at 4:00 PM
Venue: Social Spoon and Courtyard Portland City Center Marriott 550 SW Oak St, Portland, OR 97204
Closing Time: 7:00 PM on June 30, 2024
t'ART Spring edition online publication
Feautured digital collage artwork for the online Spring Edition of UK based art Magazine t”ART.
VENDETTA WINTER MARKET
VENDETTA WINTER MARKET
Join me Sunday November 19th from 4-7pm. I will be live painting and selling prints. I will also be raffling a painting away that night! Be sure to check out the other vendors attending!