Opening Reception: Breathing in Color: Landscape Impressions

Transitioning from a background in mechanical engineering, Luo moves to full-time artistry stems by the realization of engineering cultivated her respect for structure, as fine art unlocked a deep emotional connection.

Luo began studying Painting and Art History at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) in 2016 and dedicating herself to her art studio practice in early 2023. Influenced by Impressionist Light, Luo uses lush hues and tactile brushstroke to build a language that bridges landscape and connects with human emotion. Grounded in her signature style, Living Impressionism, she combines structural discipline with heavy texture and dynamic palette knife work to create tactile, luminous landscapes.

Working in rich oils on canvas, Katie Luo creates luminous, atmosphere-driven landscapes that explore the profound connection between color, light, and human emotion. Rather than rendering literal depictions of flowers and trees, Luo paints the moment, feeling, and soul of a scene by using expressive palettes to evoke an immediate, emotions response. Her work ranges from monumental, dramatic floral compositions and glowing autumn aspen forests to tranquil garden, Monet-inspired waterscapes featuring drifting petals and shimmering reflections.

In her solo exhibition BREATHING IN COLOR: LANDSCAPE IMPRESSIONS, Luo presents a dynamic body of work centered on sensory exchange. Here, “breathing” represents the active dialogue between canvas and viewers, and a space to become aware, connect, express, and respond. Rooted in the belief that art should do more than decorate a room, Luo seeks to share her vision and touch lives through the transformative power of color. An opening reception is set for October 30, 2026, 7:00 – 9:00 pm.

Katie Luo keeps an active presence in the Midwest art community and participates in numerous groups and solo show, as well as juried and competition exhibitions. Her work has earned significant recognition, including Best of Show, Honorable Mention, Judge’s Award of Excellence, and Theme of Show awards. Her paintings are held in both private and corporate collections throughout the United States. For more information, visit www.katieluoart.com.