About

Living and studying in Washington State, Kendra earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting from Western Washington University. After graduating in 2011, she made her living working on a range of design projects focusing on typography, advertising and marketing, packaging, illustration, and logos.

In 2016, Kendra was inspired and motivated to reconnect with her love for fine art. With a passion for animal portraiture, her focus shifted to creating pet portraits. Working in either oil or acrylic, Kendra works to capture the individual nature and likeness of each animal painted. Through painting she observes, documents, and explores, learning about the subject by painting it. Her work in pet portraiture inspired her to seek a deeper understanding of the natural world and the intersections of our encounters with it.

Enrolling in a Master’s program in 2019, Kendra endeavored to fill the gaps in her scientific background and seek a better understanding of the natural world. In 2021, she earned her Master of Arts in Biology from Miami University. Her graduate work focused on nature connection through art, imagery, and inquiry. Through her studies, she gained insight into local ecology, community, and conservation. She hopes to inspire people to explore their natural surroundings, learn who they share space with, and become invested in the overall health of the ecosystem. 

Moving forward she strives to evolve both as a painter and an environmental advocate.