Kathleen's watercolor paintings reflect a love of color, often evoking a phrase from viewers of ‘happy colors.’ She loves to explore the effects of light and shadow, along with the soft effects of working ‘wet-in-wet’ and letting the colors mix and flow. Her subjects range from landscapes and buildings to vibrant florals, and the challenge of capturing the personality of her favorite cat. Seascapes are also a favorite subject, stemming from her years of living on the East Coast where she explored the seashore and historic fishing communities of the Chesapeake Bay. She is a member of the Lawrence Art Guild, the Greater Kansas City Art Association and Images Gallery in Kansas City's Westport area. She has participated in juried shows in the Washington DC area, Kansas City and Lawrence. She currently teaches watercolor classes at her home.