We are delighted to welcome Kasey Kennedy as a new exhibiting artist in the Kuranda Arts Cooperative.
At 19 years of age, Kasey Kennedy has already established herself as an exhibiting artist in the Kuranda/Cairns art scene; her works often featuring coloured pencil and acrylic paint. Born and raised in Cairns, Kasey graduated from Smithfield State High School in 2022 and was awarded Subject Dux of Visual Art for high distinctions in two Visual Art subjects. During and following the completion of her study, Kasey has exhibited at the Tanks Art Centre, Cairns Courthouse Gallery, Crate59, and Cairns Art Society, among others, on multiple occasions and has been involved in a multitude of local arts projects and mentorships.
Having been mentored by successful local artists, Kevin Mayo, Naomi Evans and Julie McEnery, Kasey has gained incredible insight into careers and opportunities in the Arts, that have led her to seek and take on an exhibiting position in the Kuranda Arts Cooperative.
In her practice, Kasey explores various mediums and subject matter, but ultimately enjoys working with concepts encompassing the human condition and social commentary, although recently she has enjoyed producing serene waterscape pencil drawings. Taking inspiration from the vibrance of the local surroundings, Kasey’s works are often colourful and reflect the radiant and warm atmosphere of our local scenes.
In taking inspiration from her local scenery, Kasey enjoys giving back to community through volunteer face-painting, art donation, assisting in local art shows and is planning to host a group exhibition, offering young emerging artists exposure and connections.