Today we’d like to introduce you to Kate Segal

Hi Kate, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?

I’ve been creating art for as long as I can remember, and throughout my life, it’s always been my way of finding peace and calm. I became a digital artist quite early, thanks to my father’s early involvement with computers in the ‘80s and ‘90s. He was always ahead of the curve with technology, and because of that, I had access to digital drawing software from a young age. I was immediately drawn to it—it felt like a whole new world to explore. There was something so exciting about using a computer to create something visual, and I loved the freedom it gave me to experiment with new styles and techniques.

Growing up in a family filled with creative people, I was encouraged to pursue art from the start. My dad is a singer-songwriter, and both of my grandmothers were artists. I was always surrounded by music, art, and creativity, and our family often visited museums. One of my most vivid childhood memories is visiting a Red Grooms exhibit at Grand Central Station. He created this massive, towering taxi sculpture that must have been hundreds of feet tall and wide. I’ll never forget the awe I felt standing beneath it—art has always been a way for me to feel connected to something bigger than myself.

Art has always been my outlet. Throughout every stage of my life—high school, college, grad school, even after becoming a mother—drawing has been a constant source of self-soothing, relaxation, and emotional release. When life felt overwhelming, I would pick up my pen or open a new digital canvas and lose myself in the creative process. It’s always been my way to center myself, to process what I’m feeling, and to find peace.

Even as I moved through different phases of life, including becoming a psychologist and a mother, I never stopped creating. In fact, I create 8 to 10 pieces a week—art is just part of who I am. It’s a way for me to stay grounded and calm, especially in times of stress.

It wasn’t until 2020, though, that I decided to take a leap and turn my art into a career. At the time, I was working at a hospital during the beginning of the pandemic. It was an incredibly stressful time, and I was also adjusting to life as a new mother. I found myself drawing more than ever as a way to cope with the stress and stay centered. And, unexpectedly, people started noticing. I began sharing my work on social media, and soon I was getting messages from people telling me that my art was uplifting, helping them to feel at peace during such a turbulent time.

That feedback encouraged me to open an online store. From there, things just began to snowball. I started getting commission requests, collaborating with brands, and more recently, I signed with an agency. It’s been a beautiful and unexpected journey, and one of the most fulfilling aspects has been learning that the very thing I use to bring myself peace and joy is doing the same for others.

Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?

My path to becoming an artist has definitely not been linear—there have been a lot of twists and turns. I never planned for an art career, and it’s taken time to navigate the world of becoming a successful female artist and to truly embrace my identity as one. I’ve had to learn to honor my worth, from the contracts I sign to feeling secure in my role as a self-taught, digital artist.

There were times when I doubted myself—especially when I felt like an outsider in a world that often values traditional training. But over time, I’ve done a lot of inner work to nurture those fears, and that’s played a big role in helping me show up and share my work. It wasn’t easy to find the courage to be seen, but I’m grateful for the journey. Today, I embrace the uniqueness of being a self-taught, digital artist, and I’m proud of the growth I’ve made.

It’s been a beautiful, unexpected ride, and I’m just getting started.

Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?

I’m definitely known for my use of color. I love working with practically every color in the color wheel—it’s one of the things that excites me most about creating. Color has this incredible power to evoke emotion, change the energy of a space, and tell a story, and I love playing with that. I’m drawn to bold, vibrant hues, but I also enjoy blending softer tones to create depth and contrast. The result is a dynamic range of colors that feel alive and full of energy.

Another thing that sets my work apart is the way I approach form. I tend to favor curvy, flowing shapes rather than sharp, pointy shapes. There’s something about the softness and organic nature of curves that feels more inviting to me. Whether I’m drawing landscapes, mushrooms, figurative art, portraits, or abstract pieces, I love how curves can give my work a sense of movement and fluidity. It’s part of what makes each piece feel alive—like it’s in constant motion or change.

I create a lot of different types of artwork, but I’m especially drawn to landscapes and natural elements like mushrooms. Nature is a huge source of inspiration for me, and I love capturing its whimsical, yet grounded energy. I also enjoy exploring the human form, whether through figurative art or portraits. I’m constantly fascinated by how we express ourselves physically and emotionally, and I find great joy in capturing that through color and shape.

Abstract pieces are another way I love to express myself. There’s something freeing about abstraction—it allows me to explore emotions and ideas without being confined to a specific subject. It’s all about feeling and intuition, and the process itself becomes a form of self-expression.

What really excites me is how all of these different themes and styles come together in my work. Whether it’s the lush colors, the flowing curves, or the subject matter itself, I try to create pieces that are not only visually engaging but also offer a deeper connection to nature, to ourselves, and to each other.

At the end of the day, I want my work to invite joy and reflection. Color, for me, is more than just a tool—it’s a way to communicate, to create something that feels alive, and to share that energy with others.

Before we go, is there anything else you can share with us?

Thank you for the opportunity for allowing me to share my story!

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.katesegal.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katesegalart/