“For Everything There is a Season” (solo exhibition by kim linker)
Because nature is the predominate subject, I am always compelled to paint the season that we are currently experiencing. I feel connected to the cycles and rhythms of the natural world around me. God designed the seasons for the purpose of marking the passage of time and for giving us a pattern for the ebb and flow of life. God purposely shows us that there is a time for growth, a time for producing, a time to enjoy the fruits of our labor, and a time for rest. These rhythms run continuously through our mind, body, and spirits as well as in all God’s creation. This show is to celebrate the unique beauty that comes with each season.
Kim is a painter who leans toward realism, specializing in natural and pastoral landscapes. She uses acrylic paint because it allows her to build scenes through layering colors and textures. Kim was born and raised in Fort Wayne, Indiana, (more specifically, Maples). Residing on family ground, She enjoys living in a rural community neighboring several family members.
“I am fascinated and in awe of what God, the true artist, has created. Representing the play of light, shadow, and color gives me an exciting challenge that never grows old; I will forever be a sucker for a tree with character, water, or a pastoral scene. Anything that reflects the characteristics of God is beautiful. I am always searching for God in nature, and my passion is to try to capture a hint of that beauty.
After earning a Batchelor of Fine Arts degree from Ball State University, I worked in retail briefly before becoming a stay-at-home mom for many years. While working as a homemaker, I began painting murals at New Haven United Methodist Church. My artwork at the church then expanded into more murals throughout the community. Most of my murals are in New Haven, with a few other works in Monroeville and Fort Wayne.
Around 2015 Kim began painting on canvas and joined the Fort Wayne Artists Guild. At first, it felt overwhelming for her to use such small canvases after painting so many murals, but soon painting on canvases became a therapy and a passion.
Kim’s Awards include:
2nd place in the oil/acrylic category in the Ventures Art Show 2023
Best of Show in the Ventures Art Show 2021
1st place in the Garrett Members Show 2020
