Katie Patel is a self-taught artist living in Greater Manchester. She  works on commissions, projects and exhibitions as a full-time practice from her home studio in Stockport.

Katie believes in the powerful and uplifting impact of art, and the important roles that colour and light can play in the resonance felt by the viewer. She seeks images with emotion and atmosphere and, as such, the subject matter of her work varies widely. Painting predominantly in acrylics, she enjoys making strong, bold marks and lines together with subtle, intricate detail to create energetic contrast. The results range from representational to abstract. 

In recent years, much of her work has been inspired by nature, with water playing an important role. She seeks deeper meaning in everyday observations.

“From the minute ripples in a small stream to vast oceans, from a single leaf on a tree to a limitless sky, my observations of nature have led me to an increased appreciation of the interconnectedness of the natural world and the oneness of us all within it”

“Art, for me, is a powerful celebration of life. It serves as a refuge, a way of communicating emotion and exploring and rationalising the world as I experience it. In my world, colour and contrast are key communicators of emotion. By creating art and deploying colour in a way that is truly personal to me, I aim to forge a deeper connection with others.”

Katie has exhibited in numerous galleries, shows and fairs in the North West, and has collectors across the UK, in Europe and USA. In recent years her work has been selected for inclusion in two fine art books published by Bloomsbury. One of her pencil-drawn portraits can be found in ‘Portraits for NHS heroes’ (2021), as part of Tom Croft’s initiative during the Covid Pandemic. More recently, her digital cityscape painting of Castlefield Urban Heritage Park was selected for publication in ‘The Manchester Art Book’ (2025).