Katherine Carson (formerly Katherine Castle) is a respected Australian artist whose paintings reach audiences across the globe. Gaining international recognition under her previous name, her wildlife and bird artworks have been reproduced on over two million homeware products for Maxwell & Williams, sold in Australia and worldwide in countries including Russia, Italy, Germany, the Czech Republic, Greece, the United Arab Emirates, and the UK. Katherine’s imagery has also appeared in calendars, book covers, and on television programs such as Colour in Your Life, further establishing her as a prominent figure in the art world.​
Katherine is known for her superb drafting skills, meticulous attention to detail, and commitment to using only archival, high-quality materials. Her unique knowledge of colour and distinctive, lifelike depictions of animals and birds are now complemented by her evocative studies of landscapes and still life, capturing the interplay of light and atmosphere with subtlety and nuance. Whether working in realism or impressionism, her art invites viewers to experience the personality and spirit of the natural world.​
With over thirty years’ professional experience, Katherine holds a Diploma of Fine Art and has had the benefit of personal instruction from esteemed Australian painters. Her childhood in the Australian countryside, surrounded by native wildlife, continues to inspire her creative work. After travelling widely throughout Australia, she has made her home in the Tweed Valley region of Northern NSW, where the local landscape provides endless inspiration.​
Katherine has conducted workshops in oils, watercolours, and drawing around Australia, sharing her expertise with emerging artists. She believes that art is a vital way to appreciate nature’s beauty, and each painting offers an invitation to pause and connect with the world around us.​