My name is Kate Kraus, and I create original oil paintings guided by intuition, emotion, and the silent space from which all stories are born.

My passion for painting began early in life. I attended art school as a child, where I first discovered the joy of expressing myself through color and texture. As an adult, I lived and studied in several countries, gaining inspiration from diverse cultures and landscapes.

Lost in the world, I eventually found myself — and with that, my artistic voice.

In 2021, I completed an intensive art program at the Milan Art Institute, a turning point in my creative journey.

"This program truly changed my life. It helped me refine my skills, deepen my process, and connect with artists from all over the world."

✨ Art as a Journey

My work explores themes of inner freedom, intuition, and self-discovery.

Each painting is a story waiting to be heard — and I believe it will always find the soul it was meant for.

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A little insight to my painting process

Each painting begins with no fixed idea. I let myself explore — the first layers are fully experimental. I work with acrylics, spray paints, markers, collage, and various mixed media techniques. These early stages are filled with spontaneity and happy accidents.

In the following layers, the artwork slowly takes shape. The composition and mood emerge intuitively, shifting and evolving until something deeper reveals itself.

In the final phase, I finish the piece with oil paints, adding refinement and emotional depth. Every painting is sealed with a protective varnish before it begins its journey to a new home.