Born and raised in Nashville, Katie Sullivan is a local artist specializing in abstract works. Inspired by abstract expressionists, Sullivan’s paintings explore spontaneity and unexpected relationships. She enjoys incorporating several mediums into her art, such as thick metallic paint, charcoal and ink to create texture and layers. Each work is titled after commonly used phrases in the hope that the painting will allow viewers to connect with those familiar idioms.
“I believe that everyone should unapologetically surround themselves with art that they love,” Sullivan says.
A graduate of the University of Alabama, Sullivan currently resides in Nashville, where she works as an art teacher at Franklin Road Academy. To view more of her work, visit katiesullivanart.com or find her on Instagram at @katienealsullivan.
GIVEAWAY: We’re giving away one of Sullivan’s original 6-by-6-inch cross paintings. Enter below before Jan. 6 for your chance to win!
(Note: This painting was featured as a giveaway in our Winter 2019-20 issue. The giveaway has now ended. Thanks to all who participated.)
it looks nice
We all need the Cross
This is a beautiful piece of art! I love the way she uses several mediums in this piece. It would be a blessing to have one of Ms Sullivan’s original creations!
I love this art selection…it speaks to today’s America…we do need to return to the basics..God.
Well, I’d say I entered to win a beautiful gift for my daughter but I have a feeling it would never make it out of the house 😉
The cross is so beautiful. Would love to win.
Would love to win ole team crosses and this one is unique!
My comment should have said would love to win, have a friend who collects crosses and this one is unique!
So sweet – would be a great gift for my boys Sunday school teacher!
Beautiful and unique!
Would be blessed to win this unique painting of the cross!!
Simply pretty. I would give this to my church.
Inspiring
Lovely!
This is beautiful and a reminder we are not alone.
I would love to have this. It is awesome. Love her art.
It is beautiful
So simple and pretty! ????
Very inspirational
WOULD LOVE TO HAVE TO GIVE TO SOMEONE SPECIAL
The cross will be a daily reminder to say a prayer for what is speaking to my heart and to also remind me to thank God for all of my blessings.
Simply beautiful! I would love to have it, and I feel like it will be a gift for someone who needs it.
Art from the Soul of the Artist…….
Love it!
Inspirational!
A more modern way to look at the cross. Catches your eye and attention.
Nice
Beautiful
I love learning about new artists. Thank you!
Beautiful work!!
Such beautiful artwork!
Pure and simple, like our Savior!
Katie’s work is awesome. I would love a piece of her art.
So very pretty! Would love to have this from Katie.
So pretty! Great work, Katie!
I really like the painting looks really good.