Kathy Cuiffi
Primary Discipline -
Painting
Kathi is a longtime local artist whose work spans more than five decades. Working in oil, pastel, watercolor, and acrylic, she is known for expressive portraits, vibrant florals, and richly atmospheric landscapes. In addition to creating commissioned work, she has shared her love of art through years of teaching and active involvement in the Portrait Society of Atlanta.
I’m inspired by the beauty, color, and emotion found in everyday life. Whether painting portraits, florals, or landscapes, I strive to create work that feels expressive, inviting, and full of life. Working across multiple mediums allows me to explore light, texture, and atmosphere in ways that continually inspire me as an artist.
A Few of My Favorites
Kathi is a distinguished local artist whose artistic journey spans more than fifty years. Her work reflects a lifelong passion for capturing beauty, emotion, and atmosphere through expressive portraits, vibrant florals, and scenic landscapes.
Working across multiple mediums—including oil, pastel, watercolor, and acrylic—Kathi brings both versatility and depth to her paintings. Her artistic development has been shaped through study with accomplished artists from across the United States, including Tom McNickles of the Hoyt Gallery of Fine Art, Hungarian portrait artist Mary Lestyan, and Sumi watercolor master Louisa Yee.
She has also trained with respected portrait and fine artists such as Tom Nash, Marc Chatov, Nancy Honea, Connie McCallie, Calla Shelton, Tom Lynch, Michael Del Priore, and Seth Haverkamp.
In addition to her studio work, Kathi accepts private commissions and has shared her artistic knowledge through teaching in multiple mediums, including fused glass and china painting. A dedicated member of the Portrait Society of Atlanta for nearly four decades, she has served the organization in leadership roles including Treasurer and Vice President.