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Kate Walker
Printmaking MFA

Rhode Island School of Design

Graduates: 2024

Specialisms: Printmaking

My location: Austin, United States

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Rhode Island School of Design

Kate Walker

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First Name: Kate

Last Name: Walker

University / College: Rhode Island School of Design

Course / Program: Printmaking MFA

Graduates: 2024

Specialisms: Printmaking

My Location: Austin, United States

Website: Click To See Website

About

Born and raised in north Texas, Kate's lifelong pursuit of art has led her to receiving a Bachelor of Fine Art with a concentration in Printmaking from the University of North Texas in 2021. She received her MFA in Printmaking from the Rhode Island School of Design in 2024. Her work primarily takes the form of screen print, with the occasional dip into copperplate engraving and watercolor painting.

to the dogs or whoever

My creative process is inspired by the natural world and its inevitable conflict with humans. Through intricately layered screen prints, repurposed furniture, or reimagined animal hides, I craft narratives depicting the complex interactions between animals and humans, examining their conflict and the ensuing consequences. I weave layers of information and symbolism from natural history, behavioral ecology, music, and personal experience into each piece. Focusing on the narrative of the animal, my body of work strives to cultivate empathy towards them and underscores the importance of human responsibility towards animals in their life or death.