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I am a painter from Canada creating custom artwork on canvas and unique clothing 

I am a self-taught artist beyond secondary school. I found myself deeply fascinated by the power of media and learning how we communicate with each other in an ever-evolving technological era. As a result, I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in Media, Information and Technoculture from Western University.

Feminine energy, people and nature inspire me. I have been heavily influenced by the countries I have lived in, such as Japan, England, Russia and Canada, as well as my Norwegian heritage.

When I am painting, I am passionate about exploring a large range of styles, experimental use of colours, simplified forms and strong lines. I always paint freehand, starting with a basic concept outline that evolves with each and every stroke of the painting process.

If you have questions or would like to receive a quote, please send an email to: info@katrinathunem.com. or simply visit my custom or contact pages.

Each painting is a journey of its own. For more information about my work and sources of inspiration – visit my blog.

You can also visit my web shop.

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TESTIMONIALS

Katrina is a true artist. One of those people that breathe art in every moment. One day, when offices where still a thing(!), she saw me wearing a denim jacket. She approached me with her huge, contagious smile and told me the idea she had for it. It was brilliant and that same night she walked back home with my jacket with her. A couple weeks later she had wrapped my beautiful jacket in a beautiful package. In the back of the jacket she had painted an insane desgin inspired by pieces of street art I was particularly in love with and that involved one of my favourite street artists, Roa. She came up with the most unique design that made my denim jacket not just an accessory anymore. She gave it a soul, she poured her immense artistic talent on it. Her passion nurtures her incredible talent. That jacket is now the most special fashion accessory I own. Thank you Katrina. I'll proudly wear your jacket in the pretty Rome's streets! - S.P.

Katrina Thunem is a talented artist. When she first began to work on her painting, The Artist's Curse, I felt her connection to the woman in the portrait. As a writer myself, I understand the struggle of your work never feeling 'finished'. There's always an itch to make it better; however, it's deciding when something is finished that we are abel to let it go and move on. Katrina brings this artist's story to life through a mixture of vivid colours and soulful expression. I keep it in my office to inspire me every day! - C.R.

Katrina I was so thankful for the amazing story I shared with you about my son Simon. You will never no how impressed I am. My vintage jacket has the most incredible energy when I wear it. Thank you so much. Such a sensitive precious soul you are. Im covered in goosebumps - A.G.

Siiiiiiiiiiiick. Love it. Omg you did a great job. That is f****n cool...excuse my French haha. 100%. It looks really good and creative. - M.G.

I just got your painting. I absolutely love it!!! Thank you so much again, it's incredible - B.S.

Oh I am obsessed! It is just so perfect for me, it is honestly the piece of artwork I have connected with the most out of all the artwork I have seen in my life. It feels like fate and is oming into my life at a time where I really need some creative inspiration. - J.T.

I wanted to call you and then I was going to send you a card and I was going to message and I couldnt stop crying enough to do most of those........... Good tears and sad tears of course....... You touched my heart with how perfectly you drew my dad and his personality came flowing through...... I love love the piece and what you wrote and how it all came together....... I can tell you probably know that for me and how I get all emotional, it was so beautiful and took my breadth away. I am thrilled to have it and so happy it was YOU who did it....... please know I am so happy to have it and your talent keeps amazing me more and more. I had no idea at all that you could do this........and then it all comes out ........singing, drawing, and ???????? who knows what else? It is amazing.........and touches on so many topics at the same time......WOW......and thanks for a donation to Moringa's Mission. That is pretty thoughtful.....so special all around. and thanks so much for making my dad happy in giving me something special. He cried as I opened it and I did too ❤ Love you girl...... - M.W.

Check out this talented artist! Kat makes incredible, high-quality artwork and print-work that are SO unique. Sustainable fashion, lewks, and original items from a badass entrepeneur and lovely human. What more could you want?! - A.J.

I love it!!!!!!! I am so so so grateful this is literally exactly what I wanted I am thrilled! I knew you would do exactly what I wanted, without me even knowing what that was. I feel like the luckiest human. - J.T.

Love the shirt!! Thank you Katrina! It’s fabulous and I love it! I can do so much with it, with different pants, shoes and jewelry. It fits like it was made for me. You’ve done a beautiful job and I’m thrilled! Thank you so much! - L.H.​​

The bikini arrived today! It's beautiful and so well made! It's one of a kind and I love it! Thank you! - V.D. 

Sick. Love it. Glad we went ahead. It ended up looking even better. - M.G. 

Fit like a glove and look great!!!!! Very happy. I look goooood in them.  It's my honour to wear it! I showed them off to my colleagues and they really liked them. - M.H. 

love love love the custom jackets!! - I.S. 

went around rome with your piece the other day. look how cool!!! thank you sooo much again katrina - S.P.

This painting is above and beyond. You did an incredible job. I love it! - A.T.

The shirt arrive early and I've worn it so many times. - J.T.

It fit perfectly. I love it. - Z.T.

omg loveeee it!!!! The Queen has brough me more joy than literally anything this entire year. - J.T.

I love my shirt! - C.R.

I love it. Such a cool shirt. - K.L

Siiiiiiiiiiiick. Love it. Omg you did a great job. That is f****n cool...excuse my French haha. 100%. It looks really good and creative. - M.G.

Best Christmas present ever. It's so comfy. I love it. - C.C.

Omg, I'm going to cry. I love it. It's perfect. - S.A.

Wow it is actually amazing. You did such an amazing job, I actually can't believe how cool my jacket is, I'm going to show it off to everyone. I hope you feel accomplished because you nailed it. - M.R.

You really captured her essence. This is just so special. I am just so touched. I absolutely love it and will cherish it forever. - P.D.

I am just so grateful to know that is does belong to me. It's amazing how happy she has already made me. - J.T.

Just got my biodegradable phone case. The material is great, I love the texture. - B.S.

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