Artist Statement
"Ken Ketchum is a Pacific Northwest–based acrylic painter and a four-year participant in the Edmonds Art Studio Tour. Working primarily in an impressionist style, he creates landscapes that capture shifting light, open skies, and the quiet beauty of the region.
His recent work features birds in motion woven into expansive landscapes, adding movement, rhythm, and a subtle human connection to each scene. These dynamic elements invite viewers to engage emotionally and step into the moment rather than simply observe it.
Inspired by nature and the feeling of being immersed in it, Ken builds his paintings through layered acrylic applications that create depth, texture, and atmosphere. His goal is not just to depict a place, but to convey the sensation of light, air, and movement within it."
Edmonds Connection
Ken Ketchum has been an active participant in the arts community in Edmonds for the past ten years. Over the last four years, he has taken part in the Edmonds Art Studio Tour, opening his creative practice to the public and engaging directly with the community.
Ken has had multiple works accepted into the Edmonds Arts Festival, further establishing his presence in the local arts scene. Since 2022, he has been an artist member of Graphite Arts Center, contributing to and supporting its growth since its founding.
Through his ongoing involvement, Ken remains committed to enriching and participating in Edmonds’ vibrant arts community.
You can see Ken at Studio #19, along with: