Kathi Hanson

Artist Kathi Hanson, with long, wavy silver hair smiles while painting with watercolor pencils at a table. Art supplies and color swatches are visible in front of her. She wears glasses and a tan patterned top.
  • Watercolor painting of a serene lakeside scene. A birch tree is in the foreground on the right, with reeds and rocks near the water's edge. The background features a dense forest with various shades of green and purple foliage and a misty sky. Artist Kathi Hanson.
  • A serene watercolor painting of a forest landscape features a calm lake reflecting trees along the shoreline. A tall pine stands in the foreground, while the background blends vibrant greens, blues, and soft purples, depicting lush foliage under a hazy sky. Artist Kathi Hanson.
  • Watercolor painting of three red and orange tulips with green stems, set against a light background with splashes of blue, pink, and gold, creating a vibrant and delicate effect.
  • Batik watercolor painting of three bright red and orange poppies with dark centers, surrounded by lush green leaves and stems, creating a vibrant and lively floral scene.
  • A watercolor painting of pink cherry blossoms on a brown branch against a soft blue and green background. The flowers have delicate petals and prominent yellow stamen. The background includes white floral patterns. Artist Kathi Hanson.
  • A watercolor painting of an old, weathered barn with a rusty roof sits in a field of colorful wildflowers under a soft, pink and yellow sky at sunset. Trees line the horizon in the background.
  • Delicate white flowers with yellow centers and slender green stems are illustrated against a soft, blurred background in pastel shades of blue, green, and beige.
  • Three shiny Christmas ornaments—one pink, one red, and one blue—sit nestled on green pine needles, with star-like sparkles scattered around them on a soft, muted background.
  • A detailed pencil drawing of several blooming flowers with delicate petals, surrounded by lacy, intricate patterns, all in shades of gray.
  • Pencil drawing of a single rose with detailed petals, leaves, and a rosebud on a stem. The shading highlights the texture and depth of the flower and leaves. An artist’s signature is visible in the bottom right corner. Artist Kathi Hanson
  • A pencil drawing of a rosebud with leaves and a smaller bud, set against a patterned background featuring soft, decorative, swirling and geometric motifs. The image is rendered in shades of gray.
  • A detailed pencil drawing of a single sunflower with large petals, textured center, and delicate shading on a plain white background.
  • A pencil sketch depicts a covered wooden bridge over a rural road, surrounded by trees and grassy terrain, with a forested background and a slightly cloudy sky.

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About Kathi

Kathi Hanson has been teaching workshops across the U.S. and Canada Since 1995. She is known for her vast knowledge of subject matter and special effects in multiple mediums. Her workshops are a popular venue everywhere she goes due to her creative, informative teaching style and the personal attention she gives to every student. She has won several awards for her work and created over forty articles for national art magazines. She is a contributing artist in Painters Quick Reference- Landscapes by North Light Books and Leisure Arts “Designer Canvases” book. Her video “Learn To Draw and Paint With Watercolor Pencils” and her instructional booklet in General Pencil’s #70 kit, “Learn Watercolor Pencil Techniques Now,” are popular items sold nationwide. She is currently a creative consultant and education/workshop coordinator for General Pencil. 

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Website: KathiHansonArt.com