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Kat Tatz is an American visual artist based in Las Vegas, Nevada. She is known for surrealist and whimsical artworks that combine anthropomorphic figures with ornate vintage frames. [1] Her work often reflects themes of transformation and identity, influenced by the entertainment culture of Las Vegas.
Tatz was raised in a family of artists. Her father and grandfather were painters and sculptors, and her mother made porcelain dolls. [1] She moved to Las Vegas in 1966, and was exposed to the city's live entertainment scene during her youth, experiences that later shaped her visual style. [1]
She studied at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and participated in art workshops around the country. [2] Her media include oil, acrylic, colored pencil, and mixed media sculpture. A distinguishing feature of her work is the use of antique or historic frames, often integrated into the artwork's narrative. [2]
One of her earliest memories is drawing portraits at the kitchen table alongside her father, who also worked as a sign maker and woodworker. According to Tatz, some of his handcrafted birdhouses were later commissioned for Michael Jackson's Neverland Ranch. [2]
Tatz was the winner of the inaugural Made in Vegas [3] art competition hosted by Park West Gallery in 2021, selected from nearly 500 entries. [4] [5] Her work is exhibited through Park West Gallery's events and venues, including cruise ship auctions and gallery spaces in Las Vegas. [6]
Prior to joining Park West Gallery, Tatz operated the Wonderland Gallery in the Las Vegas Arts District, where she exhibited her work locally and built a collector following. [2] Her artwork has been featured on HGTV's "DIY to the Rescue" and exhibited in Laguna Beach, California, and at Art Space & Design in Canada. [2]
In Las Vegas, her creations have been displayed at multiple locations, including the Grand Canal Shoppes at the Venetian, Tivoli Village, Mandalay Bay, Centennial Hills Hospital, and Allegiant Stadium. [2] Her inclusion in Allegiant Stadium's art collection was curated by artist Michael Godard, the venue's art director. [2]