My path as a contemporary visual artist emerged from a career in the sciences. Passion for the scientific processes and curiosity of mechanisms bridged perspective in developing my artwork. The heart of my work integrates a visual articulation incorporating scientific research and literature with a systematic approach to ceramics. Each piece reveals a unique observation of an ecosystem, natural event, or of mathematical origin.
My sculptural wall installations include a series of handcrafted, individual ceramic pieces installed directly onto the current environment. Each installation is unique and representative of the design collaboration and environmental space in which it encompasses. The site specific design layout allows for a professional ceramic installation in all environments, including offices, restaurants, galleries, and private residences.
Please feel free to contact me for a consultation in regards to your next design project. -Katherine
AWARDS / GRANTS / SCHOLARSHIPS
2015 50Years/50Women. A Celebration of Women in Ceramics.
2014/17 Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority. Pre-Qualified Artist Los Angeles, CA
2014/15 Roseville Art in Public Places Art Program. Pre-Qualified Artist Roseville, CA
2013/15 Alameda County Arts Commission Public Art Program. Pre-Qualified Artist Alameda County, CA
2013/14 San Francisco Arts Commission Public Art Program. Pre-Qualified Artist San Francisco, CA
2013/14 El Paso Museum and Cultural Affairs Public Art Program. Pre-Qualified Artist El Paso, TX
2013 Fresno Arts Council Public Art Program. Pre-Qualified Artist Fresno, CA
2012 CCF/Center for Cultural Innovation. Professional Development Grant, Los Angeles, CA
2012 Roseville Arts. Grand Prize: Sculpture. Roseville, CA
2012 Lottery for the Arts. Roseville Arts. First Place, Sculpture. Roseville, CA
2011 Americans for the Arts. PAN Emerging Artist Development Scholarship. San Diego, CA
2011 Aquarium of the Pacific. Urban Ocean. First Place: Sculpture. Long Beach, CA
2011 Making It Public. Emerging Artist/Public Art Workshops. Los Angeles, CA
2008 Long Beach Arts. Honorable Mention, Sculpture. Long Beach, CA
2006 Long Beach Arts. Honorable Mention, Sculpture. Long Beach, CA
EMPLOYMENT
2011-Pres. Bio-Artist and Principal Designer. Katherine Dube Design. Projects integrating science, mathematics and art. Projects include corporate offices, restaurants, galleries, and private residences.
1995-2010 Research and Development Scientist: Former positions holding multiple co-patents and publications.
EDUCATION
Chemistry. University of Massachusetts. MA
Education. Graduate School of Education, Post Baccalaureate. Bridgewater State University. MA
Biology. Bachelor of Science. Bridgewater State University. MA
