Kaitlin Deering is a multidisciplinary artist whose work bridges the realms of abstract expressionism and contemporary landscape painting. Deeply inspired by the natural world, her art explores themes of transformation, impermanence, and the spiritual connections between humanity and the environment.
Raised in Oklahoma, Deering’s early experiences with the region’s fierce and unpredictable climate sparked a fascination with nature’s raw power and delicate balance. Her creative practice is further informed by her work as a gardener, where she cultivates native plants and observes the intricate processes of growth, decay, and renewal. This intimate awareness of nature’s cycles translates into her paintings, which capture both its grand forces and its quiet, ephemeral beauty.
Deering’s art reflects the influence of her travels, including hiking the Pacific Crest Trail and backpacking across South and Southeast Asia, where diverse landscapes and ecosystems enriched her perspective. Her acrylic compositions are characterized by vibrant color palettes, fluid textures, and layered forms, creating immersive works that resonate with emotional depth. Inspired by artists such as Helen Frankenthaler, Georgia O’Keeffe, and Mark Rothko, she balances abstraction and structure to evoke the interplay of chaos and harmony found in nature.
Now based in Central New Jersey, Deering continues to explore the interconnectedness of art, environment, and emotion. Her work, held in private collections across the United States, is a celebration of life’s delicate rhythms and enduring cycles, inviting viewers to reflect on the beauty and fragility of the world around them.