New Representation & New Exhibition
It is with great excitement that Kate announces new gallery representation at Ex Animo Art in Adelaide, South Australia. A contemporary gallery with leading artist’s in their various streams, Ex Animo Art is an established gallery with over twenty years’ experience in the industry.
To celebrate this new collaboration, Kate’s work will be included in the latest exhibition ‘The Only Way Out’, which also features works from Andrew Baines, Gino Campagnaro, and Ken Rasmussen.
More from the gallery website: ‘From Baines’ existential beachscapes to Campagnaro’s sunlit memories, Rasmussen’s luminous city scenes and Graham’s joyful, colour-charged landscapes, the exhibition asks a deceptively simple question: is experience something that happens to us, or something we decide?‘
134 King William Road, Hyde Park SA 5061
Opening Night: Friday 29 May 2026, 6:30pm. Exhibition continues: 30 May – 19 June 2026
Head to the gallery website for more information and to obtain a catalogue of the collection.
Colour is my passion
Having grown up in a household with a fulltime artist, Kate has always had an interest in art and especially paintings, being drawn to the worlds that are created in the area of the canvas. After achieving a Bachelor of Fine Arts in 2003, Kate pursued a successful career in graphic design before eventually making the switch to art. She was mentored by her fine artist father, now focussing her time and energy into life as a contemporary artist from her studio in Brisbane, specialising in landscapes.
Nature provides endless inspiration for her work, whether it be a vibrant seaside or a rural scene composed of dreamy hues. The most important aspect of her practice is balance, achieved through exploring colour in partnership with the composition. Her style is textural and bold; the placement and shape of every part of the painting is as considered as the colours that they are made up of. These palettes are either brought together in harmony or used alongside each other to bring tension, but always balanced.
Kate’s work is fast becoming known for its whimsical, naïve and colourful boldness that invite the viewer to be drawn in through their imagination. Her paintings are in private collections throughout Australia, Asia, Europe, USA and Canada.
To contact Kate directly, simply email info@anvilartworks.com or send a message via Instagram @katrus
Shipping: Domestic and International
Kate does her best to absorb as much of the shipping cost as possible, or otherwise will provide costs upfront, depending on the size. Pieces smaller than one metre generally have shipping included in the price when sent within Australia, and are sent via AusPost. Larger pieces are sent via courier and the cost of this will be provided upfront, but again, where possible, shipping costs are minimised. All paintings are professionally packed into a box – whether being sent domestically or internationally – and postage is always insured.
There are over a dozen countries worldwide with collectors of Kate’s work, so international shipping is also very much available. Again, pieces under a metre can be shipped via regular post internationally with all customs forms and information filled out. Shipping is charged at a flat rate for medium-sized paintings. Due to the very high costs of shipping, larger pieces are sent rolled in a secure tube and will require professional stretching onto a frame when received. Also, local taxes in each country are the responsibility of the buyer. Kate will also always provide shipping estimates upfront and all shipments are fully insured.
Stockists
Ex Animo Art
Ex Animo Art helps you to find the perfect piece with confidence. Located at 134 King William Road,
Hyde Park, SA. Visit the website for more info.
Milk Factory Gallery
A selection of works are available at Milk Factory Gallery located at 33 Station Street, Bowral, NSW. A contemporary art space to showcase artistic talent, visit the website for more info.
Manyung Gallery Group
A selection of works are available at Manyung Gallery in Flinders, Melbourne, VIC. A contemporary art business with five locations across the greater Melbourne area. Visit the website for more info.
Bluethumb
The home of Australian artists. Bluethumb is Australia’s largest online art gallery connecting over 11,000 Australian artists with art buyers. See Kate’s available collection here.
Saatchi Art
Saatchi Art connects people with art and artists they love. Based in Los Angeles, Saatchi Art is redefining the experience of buying and selling art by making it easy, convenient and welcoming for both collectors and artists. See Kate’s collection here.