Myth & Magic: A Solo Exhibit by Kathryn Thompson
About The Artist
Kathryn, who was born and raised in Huntington, describes her goal as an artist simply: “to create a sense of wonder and delight.” This exhibition showcases five years of her creative journey (2020–2025), revealing her growth in symbolism and an increasingly illustrative style. Her work draws from a rich mix of inspirations, including faith, fantasy, folklore, and the natural world, inviting us to seek beauty and magic in the everyday.
After earning a Master’s in English from Marshall University in 2020, Kathryn followed her true passion for art. Today, she balances life as a full-time art teacher at a local Christian school while building a body of work that is both deeply personal and universally inviting. Working primarily in oils and experimenting with mixed media, Kathryn’s paintings bridge the seen and the unseen, the ordinary and the extraordinary.
Why RenewAll Works with Local Artists
At RenewAll, we believe that art is a powerful force that sparks connection, conversation, and transformation. By showcasing local artists like Kathryn Thompson at Gallery 610, we’re weaving Huntington’s creativity into the very fabric of Central City. Exhibits like Myth & Magic highlight not just the talent of individual artists but the shared imagination and pride of our community. Check out an inside look at Kathryn Thompson talking about her experience working with RenewAll above!
Art has the ability to reimagine spaces, tell our collective stories, and invite people in. That’s why we invest in supporting local creators, because their visions fuel the sense of place and belonging that drives West Huntington forward.
We invite you to step inside Myth & Magic this fall, to let yourself be carried into Kathryn’s world of folklore and fantasy, and to rediscover the wonder waiting in our own community.
