Artist Katie spreads joy, creativity and connection in Rugby with her colourful creations

Katie O’Sullivan’s work is popping up all over the town on homes and businesses.

She loves to paint and inspire wonder with her murals and artworks.

Katie, artist name Katie O, said: “I like to transform spaces for people and make them look nicer.

"I travel all over the UK, painting homes, schools and businesses.”

Katie’s journey started after she painted a mural on a newborn baby’s room.

“I like the fact that it’s temporary and can evolve and change into something else,” she said.

Katie, who lives in Coventry, said the coronavirus pandemic made more people think about art.

“It got so busy after Covid,” she said.

"I think it made people realise that we need art in all its forms and things that make us happy and inspire us."

The artist visits youth centres and community groups, encouraging people of all ages and levels to get involved.

She went on: “It’s about engaging with people.

"I like the idea that art can bring out our inner child. We should never lose that wonder, that awe that we have when we’re kids.”

“I’m very lucky to do it as a job. I’m inspired by people and story books that I read as a child.

"There’s something about painting in public. I love the way it gets passers-by talking and connecting with each other.”

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