September Artist: Kate Themel

Kate Themel

September 1 – 30, 2026

Kate Themel is an award-winning artist living in Cheshire, Connecticut. Kate earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Art in 1992 and began using fabric as an artistic medium in 1996. Kate has developed a distinct, painterly style in her compositions, which are constructed using basic quilting techniques and materials. Kate Themel has created custom fiber art for individuals, hospitals and corporate clients and her unique fiber pieces have been exhibited in art galleries and museums from Boston to Botswana. Her quilted compositions have been juried into international exhibitions such as Art Quilt Elements, Kagoshima Quilt Show in Japan, and Quilt National, where Kate’s work earned the People’s Choice Award and the Young Emerging Artist Award.

Artist Statement: Creative Process and Technical Details I rely on my formal training when I'm evaluating a composition and deciding if it works or not. The elements of art are the same whether you use ink, paint, or fabric as the medium. I use fabric to explore value, color, and shape. With machine stitching, I can add lines and texture. Fiber art also has this sculptural aspect that’s really exciting. I can explore a wide range of creative territory with textiles.