Kat Tatz
Kat Tatz | |
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Kat Tatz at Wonderland Gallery, 2022 | |
| Born | Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
Kat Tatz is an American visual artist based in Las Vegas, Nevada. She is known for surrealist and whimsical artworks that combine anthropomorphic figures with ornate vintage frames.[1] Her work often reflects themes of transformation and identity, influenced by the entertainment culture of Las Vegas.
Early life and education
Tatz was raised in a family of artists. Her father and grandfather were painters and sculptors, and her mother made porcelain dolls.[1] She moved to Las Vegas in 1966, and was exposed to the city's live entertainment scene during her youth, experiences that later shaped her visual style.[1]
She studied at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and participated in art workshops around the country.[2] Her media include oil, acrylic, colored pencil, and mixed media sculpture. A distinguishing feature of her work is the use of antique or historic frames, often integrated into the artwork's narrative.[2]
One of her earliest memories is drawing portraits at the kitchen table alongside her father, who also worked as a sign maker and woodworker. According to Tatz, some of his handcrafted birdhouses were later commissioned for Michael Jackson's Neverland Ranch.[2]
Career
Tatz was the winner of the inaugural Made in Vegas[3] art competition hosted by Park West Gallery in 2021, selected from nearly 500 entries.[4][5] Her work is exhibited through Park West Gallery's events and venues, including cruise ship auctions and gallery spaces in Las Vegas.[6]
Prior to joining Park West Gallery, Tatz operated the Wonderland Gallery in the Las Vegas Arts District, where she exhibited her work locally and built a collector following.[2] Her artwork has been featured on HGTV's "DIY to the Rescue" and exhibited in Laguna Beach, California, and at Art Space & Design in Canada.[2]
In Las Vegas, her creations have been displayed at multiple locations, including the Grand Canal Shoppes at the Venetian, Tivoli Village, Mandalay Bay, Centennial Hills Hospital, and Allegiant Stadium.[2] Her inclusion in Allegiant Stadium's art collection was curated by artist Michael Godard, the venue's art director.[2]
References
- ^ a b c Las Vegas Weekly: "Meet Made in Vegas art competition winner Kat Tatz" (2022)
- ^ a b c d e f g Park West Gallery: Artist Profile – Kat Tatz
- ^ "Products and Companies Made In Las Vegas, NV". Made.Vegas. Retrieved 2025-05-16.
- ^ KTNV: "Kat Tatz now on view at Park West Gallery" (2022)
- ^ Park West Gallery: "Made in Vegas Winner Announcement"
- ^ Park West Gallery: "Kat Tatz Has BIG Debut in Las Vegas"
External links
- Kat Tatz – Made in Vegas Artist Winner (Park West Gallery video profile on YouTube)