Kathy Fincher
Whether painting, writing or public speaking, Kathy Fincher loves to tell a story. What better way than through the face of a child? Kathy combines a discipline of classical art training with the freedom of impressionism to create her own style of "romantic realism". Kathy's passion is painting children on the brink of discovery, exposing their sense of wonder and purity of heart. The spirit of Kathy's paintings offer to us unbridled hope and trust like that found in the spirit of childhood.
Because of her ability to combine her romantic painting style with her storytelling, she is frequently referred to as a "feminine Rockwell". There is also a similarity in their timing. Rockwell's painting helped to restore hope to Americans after WWII. During a time when family values are threatened, Kathy's paintings strive to remind adults of the preciousness of our children.
One of Kathy's paintings became an infamous story. Following the events of September 11th , 'The Dream Keepers' found its way into the Oval Office and the painting and its message were personally shared with President George Bush.
Kathy smiles when she hears that her love of children shows through her paintings. You may be surprised to know that the artist and author behind the popular Mama Says... series never wished to become a mother. Instead, she preferred to tell stories about her adventures as a national water ski champion, snow ski freestyle instructor, scuba diver, and all around athlete. When she married in her early thirties, she had no plans to change this lifestyle. But God had a different plan for her life and she found herself pregnant within months.
In the artist's own words, she had a 'change of heart' and discovered that the everyday challenges of motherhood made skiing flips seem easy. Through a Bible study on marriage and motherhood, Kathy decided to 'let go' of who she thought she was so that God could show her who he knew her to be.
Being born into a family of artists and drawing upon her classical arts background, Kathy rekindled her love for art and went back to painting. Her artwork allowed her to paint at home while spending time with her husband, Jef, and two daughters, Maggie and Kelley. As a wife, mother and artist, Kathy's prayer, 'Glory to God', is written in every painting.
Kathy's artwork has touched the hearts of families across America. She is grateful to leave this inspirational footprint. However, the artist would be quick to say that the best gift that she leaves is not her artwork, but the blessing of raising two wonderful and inspiring daughters who have grown to become responsible and loving young women.
To learn more about Kathy's artwork and products, including the stories behind your favorite paintings, visit www.kathyfincher.com
