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Kathleen Fiscus Art
@kathleenfiscusart.com
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Artist born and raised in the Midwest. I paint to tell stories and build community in western Iowa.
Website: https://www.kathleenfiscusart.com/
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THIS right here is why you should always take a photo of your painting!

What is this? It was supposed to be a tomato. After taking a photo and realizing the problem, I was able to fix it.

So, always snap a quick pic!

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December 19, 2025 at 7:08 PM
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Finished!

So pleased with the final result of this commission. I hope the client adores this vision of their family home as much as I enjoyed creating it.

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Photo of a painting of a blue house with white brick and a large tree in the foreground.
December 17, 2025 at 6:34 PM
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Putting some final touches on this commission of a client's family home.

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December 10, 2025 at 4:09 PM
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Mother Nature, Mother Mountain

Another duo from my collaboration w/ fiber artist Connie Briggs.

Used my fingers to mix & blend paint on the canvas. Putting the hand in handmade!

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Photo of a framed painting showing a yellow humanoid figure silhouetted in front of a stylized mountain rendered in variegated blue and light gray. The sky in the background is yellow, purple and pink. Photo of a quilt showing a yellow humanoid figure silhouetted in front of a stylized mountain rendered in variegated blue and white fabric with accents of black. The sky in the background is yellow, purple and pink. Photo of a painting in progress. Image shows a yellow silhouette of a humanoid figure in front of blue-and-white mountains and a warmer colored sky. In front of the painting is the artists hand with dabs of blue paint on their fingertips.
December 9, 2025 at 7:42 PM
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Here are a few painted pint glasses created at last night's Gift Making Extravaganza at PACE! We had a great time crafting & getting into the holiday spirit.

Do you give homemade gifts, and if so what do you make?

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Photo of 3 hand-painted pint glasses sitting on a blue resin tabletop. From the left, there is a pint glass with "Bro" painted in yellow letters, one with a blue snowflake outlined in black, and finally a glass with "Ho Ho Ho" written vertically in red-and-white striped letters. Photo of hands holding and painting a blue snowflake on a pint glass.
December 6, 2025 at 6:37 PM
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Delving more into realism than usual for this commission. This depiction of a client's home seemed like a great opportunity to practice elements like lighting, reflections and perspective. I'm enjoying this piece so far.

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Photograph of an in-progress painting of a blue house with white brick and black shutters. Lawn, trees and sky have yet to be filled in.
December 3, 2025 at 5:12 PM
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Just like that, it's winter in Iowa! Driving around, you might be lucky enough to see a scene like this. Or you can stop in at the PACE gallery this month to see "Winter Barn" and other local art. If you go, be sure to comment & let me know!

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Photo of a painting of a red barn. The roof of the barn and all the surrounding trees and ground are covered in snow. There is a pine wreath with a red bow hung over the barn door.
December 2, 2025 at 9:41 PM
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4 DAYS to sign up for the PACE Gift Making Extravaganza! Here are some pint glass designs you can paint with me. Other artists will be teaching other crafts

Register: www.showpass.com/gift-making-...

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December 1, 2025 at 5:40 PM
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Anyone has 30sec to make a first impression.

I believe what you choose to wear in front of current or prospective clients, and even other artists, communicates your success and joy as an artist.

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Two images of the same woman standing against a white wall where several paintings are hung. In the left-hand photo, she is wearing jeans, a blue button-down shirt, a gray hoodie, sneakers and a lanyard. In the right-hand photo she is wearing black pants, black turtleneck, black leather shoes, and a gold chain.
November 25, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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Fall in the Midwest is slowly giving way to winter weather. Before it's officially over, why not visit the PACE gallery? It's a great chance to see local art, incl my painting Delbert's Barn which will be on display this month.

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November 24, 2025 at 11:33 PM
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I picked up this frame and mat at a thrift store and decided to paint a cute winter cardinal to go in it. This painting is currently up in the @paceartsia gallery—so look for it when you visit in the next month!

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Painting of a red cardinal perched in a snowy pine tree with a light yellow sky in the background. The painting is in a white wooden frame with a white-on-white mat.
November 21, 2025 at 5:53 PM
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I have a lot of paintings that are "practice"—they didn't turn out how I hoped, or they were experiments.

When a lot of these practice canvases start stacking up, I like to start making a collage. Turning old art into something new is a great source of inspiration!

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November 20, 2025 at 7:29 PM
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Mother Nature, Mother Tree

Quilt by Connie Briggs, 33" x 24". Painting by me, acrylic on 20"x16" canvas.

We're seeking galleries. If you want to host this work or see it in person, comment or DM!

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November 19, 2025 at 6:27 PM
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Come out to PACE Fri 12/5 and learn how to create four giftable crafts in 30-minute mini class sessions with PACE studio artists.

Spots limited, register now: www.showpass.com/gift-making-...

#art #iowaart #iowaartist #artteacher #paintingclasses #artclasses #holidaycrafts #christmascrafts
Graphic with a red background and lit up pine garlands bordering the top and bottom. Graphic text reads, "Gift Making/ PACE Studio Artists/ Friday, Dec 5/ Wood Burning - Pint Painting - Origami Envelopes - Felt Ornaments"
November 18, 2025 at 7:05 PM
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Had a great time yesterday guiding five incredible teens thru creating their very own paintings. Every one was unique & beautiful.Guess what the theme was? 🍂

More Canvas&Cola to come! Keep an eye out for details.

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Five teenagers standing in a row holding up paintings. Their faces are covered by sunglasses-face emoji. Each of the teens' paintings is different, but all portray leaves or trees in some fashion. A group of 5 teens sitting at a table painting. A presentation slide that says "Your turn to create" is on a screen in front of them.
November 16, 2025 at 5:48 PM
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Mother Nature, Mother Ocean

Quilt by Connie Briggs, cotton fabric and thread, 33" x 24". Painting by me, acrylic on 20"x16" canvas.

#painter #painting #art #fiberarts #iowaart #iowaartist #artistcollaboration #feministart #mothernature
A photo of a quilt and a painting, both showing versions of the same subject. The design shows a green, feminine figure standing knee-deep in undulating waters and reaching out a hand as if to bless the waves. A yellow and orange sunset completes the background.
November 14, 2025 at 11:48 PM
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Question for paint-and-canvas artists: Do you always paint the edges of your canvas?

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November 13, 2025 at 8:40 PM
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The next Canvas & Cola teen painting class at PACE is in just 3 days!

Join me on Sat, Nov15. I'll guide you through the steps of creating your very own fall-themed painting.

Registration: www.showpass.com/canvas-cola-3/

#painting #art #iowaart #iowaartist #paintingclasses #teenart #teenartist
Graphic advertising a painting class for teens. Graphic text reads, "PACE Teen Art Class/ Canvas & Cola/ Saturday, Nov 15/ Tickets @ https://www.showpass.com/canvas-cola-3/
November 12, 2025 at 10:25 PM
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Mother Nature, Mother Moon.

Quilt by Connie Briggs, cotton fabric and thread, 30" x 26". Painting by me, acrylic on 20"x16" canvas.

#painter #painting #art #artsky #fiberarts #iowaart #iowaartist #artistcollaboration #feministart #mothernature #mothermoon
A photo of a quilt and a painting of the same subject. Both images feature a humanoid figure sitting on a crescent moon and reaching out toward a distant planetary object. The quilt (left) has a black fabric background, while the background of the painting is more of a dark blue. The figure in both images is light blue.
November 11, 2025 at 4:49 PM
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The leaves and twigs I collected during my nature walk yesterday directed the result of this lovely fall-inspired piece. What do you think of the finished result?

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An artist working on a canvas with an in-progress painting of fall leaves on a branch Photo of a finished painting of yellow, brown and green leaves on a branch.
November 10, 2025 at 4:27 PM
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I bundled up this morning to go for a walk and picked up some lovely fall leaves to guide my inspiration today. Incorporating these natural elements into a new piece, and I have to say I'm pleased with how it's going so far.

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Photo of a person's hand arranging some red and green leaves on a blank canvas. Photo of a painting in progress. The long rectangle canvas is painted light yellow-green on the bottom and sky blue on the top half. White silhouettes of leaves are over top of the background. Photo of an artist working on a painting. The painting is blue and green with yellow leaves on top of the two-tone background.
November 9, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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My next Canvas & Cola teen painting class is in just one week!

Not sure what to expect? Here are a few paintings that I've taught. While I always provide an inspiration painting, each piece created by my students is personalized and unique.

Sign your teen up here: www.showpass.com/canvas-cola-3/
Photo of a painting of two pumpkins. The pumpkin in the foreground is orange, and the pumpkin behind it is green. Photo of a painting of a snowy scene with trees against a yellow sky. A silhouetted human figure stands on a trail between the trees. Photo of an abstract painting in whites, blacks and blues.
November 8, 2025 at 8:43 PM
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Mother Nature, Mother Earth.

Here's the 1st image from my collab with fiber artist Connie Briggs.

Quilt by Connie Briggs, 33" x 24". Painting by me, acrylic on 20"x16" canvas.
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Photo of two interpretations of the same image, one quilted and one painted. The quilt, on the left, is larger. they both show an orange humanoid silhouette with curved hips embracing the planet Earth. The figure is surrounded by colorful floating leaves and flowers on a background of yellow, blue and light green. This is a photo for people who like art and painting.
November 7, 2025 at 6:05 PM
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A little Thursday inspiration. May your soul grow a little today, and every day.

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An inspirational quote over a muted image of a colorful painting. The quote reads, "The arts are not a way to make a living. They are a very human way of making life more bearable. Practicing an art, no matter how well or badly, is a way to make your soul grow, for heaven's sake." -Kurt Vonnegut
November 6, 2025 at 4:32 PM
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CB/Omaha teens: 10 days left to sign up for the next Canvas&Cola!

On Nov 15 at PACE, all you need to bring is your creativity.

Register: www.showpass.com/canvas-cola-3/

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November 5, 2025 at 3:23 PM