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Kate Wood Exhibits with Timeless Martin: A Centennial Celebration

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An oil-painting by Kate Wood, owner of Alchemy Fine Arts, will be exhibited at the Court House Cultural Center Gallery in Stuart, FL from July 8 to August 30, 2025. Selected as part of the 4th Annual Members showcase, Kate’s painting Sunday at Cafe Martier embodies the show’s theme of Timeless Martin, which celebrates the enduring beauty, spirit, and culture of Martin County over the past 100 years. 

The Opening Reception will be hosted by MartinArts on Friday, July 11 from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm.

In support of this effort, Kate Wood also donated an original 9×12 inch watercolor to be offered for sale at the gallery. All proceeds go to MartinArts education programs.

As a long-time Stuart resident with deep roots in Martin County, Kate is excited to join this vibrant celebration. In fact, she’s so excited that she is volunteering at the Court House Gallery through the months of July and August. She encourages all area art lovers to attend this exciting show.

Sunday at Cafe Martier (2024) by Kate Wood. This oil on canvas painting shows the interior of La Grande Martier, located within the historic Post Office Arcade building in downtown Stuart, Florida.

Alphabetical List of Artists featured in Timeless Martin: A Centennial Celebration

Jane Lawton Baldridge, Michaelann Bellerjeau, Kimberly Beltrame, Dinija Berkien, Mallo Bisset, Jerilyn Brown, Barbara Bucci, Holly Cannon, Robert ClenDening Jr, Shoshana Cooper, Laura Kay Whiticar-Darvill, Sharon Dolinsky, Sharon Ferina, Dale Forbes, Barbara Fugazzotto, Alyssa Fuggetta, Mathew Fuller, Dot Galfond, Torenzo Gann, Charlotte Glover, Kimberly Goin, Gloria Gronowicz, Art in the Garage group, Jillane Heveron, Peter Jones, Julia Kelly, Caroline Kepp, Sue Klahne, Chris Kling, Tina Kraft, Rhoda Lammer, Alice Laputka, Karen Leffel-Massengill, Doreen Lepore, Barbara Z. Lyons, Dan Mackin, Jeanne Mackin, Debra Marler, Jacklyn Mathews, Nancy Mich, Margarita Nielsen-Palacios, Sheryl Odza, Vitina Porrett, Tom Prestopnik, Mary Lou Pults, Lisa Rapp, Diane Raymond, Linda Reymore, Robert Rose, Danuta Rothschild, Mark Rudolph, Carolyn Sadowski, Patrice Scott, Harold Silvers, Jennifer Sky, Mark Stall, Paul Strauss, Lori Thompson, Lana Turner, Amanda van Wyk, Marian Vitale, Kate Wood, Marcelle Zanetti

Brewery Featuring Kate Wood’s Art Wins National Award from USA Today

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Frazier Creek Brewing and Distilling Company, which features the art of Kate Wood on its walls, has been recognized as the 2025’s Best New Brewery in the United States in a poll conducted by USA Today.

Frazier Creek Brewing and Distilling
is located along US 1 in Stuart, Florida.

Frazier Creek opened in the spring of 2023. At the time, they had little decoration, but when one of the founding partners saw Kate Wood’s paintings at a gallery, he recognized that her style was perfect for the new business, which is located in the Creek Arts & Entertainment District in Stuart, Florida.

Featuring a crowd-pleasing variety of award-winning beers and spirits, Frazier Creek Brewing and Distilling adds to the artisanal vibe of the arts district, while providing a space for local artists to show off their talents. Aside from Kate Wood’s art, which can be seen on the distillery side of the building, the company also participates in art-forward events, such the First Friday Art Walk.

Inside the Frazier Creek before adding Kate Wood’s Art

Enjoy the Flavors

Paintings by Kate Wood displayed at Frazier Creek include several photo-realistic portraits of classic automobiles, as well as a majestic lion, a kitchen still life, and scenes from various landscapes. All of Kate Wood’s art is for sale and can be purchased by contacting her at (772) 287-0835. Her business cards are also posted near the paintings in the distillery side of Frazier Creek.

Kate Wood’s Art Sets the Mood

To taste some of the best libations in America, visit Frazier Creek. While there, look for Kate Wood’s art. It’s a chance to view the work of Stuart, Florida’s renowned photo-realist painter in person.

Kate Wood’s paintings set the mood at Frazier Creek Brewing and Distilling in Stuart, Florida.
Patrons of Frazier Creek Brewing and Distilling relax in a room decorated with Kate Wood’s art.
A giclee of Kate Wood’s Two-Door Model-A Ford can be seen at Frazier Creek Brewing and Distilling.

Art and Science of Color Mixing Class Announced

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Alchemy Fine Arts owner Kate Wood will present a special, single-session workshop on The Art and Science of Color Mixing for Oil Painters at the Artist’s Nook in Stuart, FL, on Sunday, November 10, 2024.

As a professional art instructor with twenty-five years of teaching experience, Kate will provide expert insight on how to master color theory to mix natural colors for oil painting. During this workshop, she will also explain and demonstrate color coding and chemical coding for oil paints, as well as the history of art pigments.

Kate’s will also explain how paint chemistry works and which pigments to avoid (in order to ensure the lasting beauty of your oil paintings). During this hands-on workshop, students will make a useable color chart they can keep for future reference.

To ensure there is room for each artist, attendees must pre-register either in person at the Artist’s Nook (43 SE Kindred Street, Stuart) or by calling Kate Wood at (772) 287-0835.

Date and Time: Sunday, November 10, 2024 – 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Cost: $75

Supplies to Bring: Masking tape, palette knife, paper towels, notebook/pen/sharpie, artist’s smock

Colors to Bring (no student brands like Winton or “hue” pigments):

Titanium White, Cadmium Yellow Light without zing (read fine print on tube), Yellow Ocher, Cadmium Red Light or Grumbacher (Napthol) Red, Thalo Rose, Sap Green, Thalo Green, Ultramarine Blue, Thalo Blue, Burnt Sienna, Burn Umber, One other pigment of your choice (Diox Purple, Cad Orange, Cerulean Blue, etc.)

The Art and Science of Color Mixing for Oil Painters is one of Kate’s most popular courses and spots will fill up quickly, so don’t hesitate to sign up today. For more information and options for expert instruction from Kate Wood, see her page for Art Classes in Stuart, Florida or just stop by the Artist’s Nook!

Kate Wood’s “Still Life at Ground Floor Farm” is Featured in All Florida Show

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Once again, Kate Wood, owner of Alchemy Fine Arts, was among those featured in a prestigious, competitive juried arts show featuring Florida artists of all media.

Kate’s oil on canvas painting, “Still Life at Ground Floor Farm” (shown below) was included in the 2022 All Florida Juried Arts Show sponsored by the Martin County Arts Council. The Fall 2022 exhibition of selected art was hosted at the Cultural Center Gallery in Stuart, Florida.

Shows painting: Still Life at Ground Floor Farm by Kate Wood.

Exhibition dates 

October 11– December 3, 2022 

Works included in the show were offered for sale via the Cultural Center Gallery.

About the Arts Council of Martin County

The Arts Council has been a leader in the arts community for more than 30 years. By providing services to visual and performing artists, arts organizations, students and the public, the Arts Council strives to instill a passion for and participation in the arts.
Courthouse Cultural Center Hours

Tuesday – Friday | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, or by appointment.
Saturday | 11:00 am – 2 pm (except for the summer show and holidays).
Admission to the Cultural Center is free, though donations are greatly appreciated.
Address: 80 Southeast Ocean Boulevard, Stuart, Florida.

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Kate Wood’s Art Exhibited at Elliot Museum

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As part of the Elliot Museum‘s efforts to showcase the very best local talent, Alchemy Fine Arts owner Kate Wood has been selected as one of the painters to be featured in their latest art exhibit.

The opening for the Elliott Museum’s Portfolios – Eclectic Artists and Art will be held Thursday, October 15 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. All art lovers are invited to attend and the rest of the museum will also be open to visitors. The exhibit will be installed through January 4, 2021.

Art from local artists will be featured at the Elliot museum from Oct. 15, 2020 to Jan. 4, 2021. Seen in this collage is Kate Wood’s motorcycle oil-painting, entitled, “Classic.”

The exhibit highlights the artwork of artists from the Stuart area. Artwork will be in a variety of media, styles, techniques, and subjects.  Painting, sculpture, photography, glasswork and jewelry will be included, with approaches ranging from traditional, to contemporary, to the unexpected. 

In light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, attendees are asked to wear a mask and practice social distancing during the event.

All art presented during this showcase will be for sale, with a portion of the proceeds benefitting the Elliott Museum. Complimentary refreshments will also be served, along with a cash beer and wine bar.

“Waiting, Lafayette Station” by Kate Wood is one of the original art works that will be on display at the Elliott Museum beginning October 15, 2020.

Artist Included in the Exhibit:

  1. Kate Wood
  2. Laura Kay Whiticar Darvill
  3. Dot Galfond
  4. Linda Geary
  5. Kevin Hutchinson
  6. Denise Justice
  7. Carol Kepp
  8. Livia Krof-Debonet
  9. Mia Lindberg
  10. Brent McAhren
  11. Sue Ann Mosley
  12. Kim Nolan
  13. Bruce Wells
  14. Dale Beam

The Elliott Museum offers a variety of collections, including vintage cars, baseball artifacts, artwork, Americana, rotating exhibits in the Changing Exhibitions Gallery, an art studio with classes, a theater, a tribute to local philanthropists Frances Langford and Ralph Evinrude, a Museum Store, a student art exhibit, and much more. Kate Wood has previously performed professional art conservation services for the Elliot Museum.

The new Elliott Museum opened in 2013. Aside from its permanent exhibits, the museum regularly hosts art shows like the one Kate Wood will participate in during October 2020.

The Historical Society of Martin County is the parent organization of the Elliott Museum and House of Refuge Museum. While the Elliott wows guests with its renowned car and baseball collections, the House of Refuge showcases what life was like in turn-of-the-century Florida. Both museums showcase a variety of exhibits, collections, and lectures of interest to those who live in and visit Florida’s Treasure Coast.

Three in a Row! Kate Wood Featured in 2018 All Florida Show

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For the third consecutive year, Kate Wood, owner of Alchemy Fine Arts, will be among those featured in a prestigious, competitive juried arts show featuring Florida artists of all media.

Kate’s oil on canvas painting “Lafayette 1 New Orleans” (see digital version below) made it through the first round of judging and is included in the All Florida Juried Arts Show sponsored by the Martin County Arts Council. The exhibition will be at the Cultural Center Gallery in Stuart, Florida.

Lafayette 1 New Orleans by Kate Wood

Opening Reception was Friday, September 21 from 5:30-7pm and the show will run through November 13, 2017.

Works included in the show will be offered for sale via the Cultural Center Gallery.

About the Arts Council of Martin County

The Arts Council has been a leader in the arts community for more than 30 years. By providing services to visual and performing artists, arts organizations, students and the public, the Arts Council strives to instill a passion for and participation in the arts.
Courthouse Cultural Center Hours

Tuesday – Friday | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, or by appointment.
Saturday | 11:00 am – 2 pm (except for the summer show and holidays).
Admission to the Cultural Center is free, though donations are greatly appreciated.
Address: 80 Southeast Ocean Boulevard, Stuart, Florida.