We recently had the chance to connect with Kristine Fisher and have shared our conversation below.
Good morning Kristine, we’re so happy to have you here with us and we’d love to explore your story and how you think about life and legacy and so much more. So let’s start with a question we often ask: What is something outside of work that is bringing you joy lately?
Nature in all of her brilliance! The autumn light, air, and changing colors inspire me and provide the perfect back drop for creativity on all levels.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I work as a contemporary visual artist in both mixed media and photography. My work is influenced by living on a quarry surrounded by a stark and beautiful granite hardscape, travel, and the coastal environs of living by the sea in New England. My career working with innovative industrial design leader, Herman Miller, has strongly influenced the graphic simplicity of my work. I am drawn to sculptural forms and movement. Often a hint of Asian inspiration seeps through which harkens back to my high school years living in Bangkok, Thailand.
My stylized compositions reflect representational and abstract themes. Lately I have been experimenting and finding a certain freedom in playing with black & white values.
I admire the joy reflected in Matisse’s paintings and collages and have incorporated this spirit into a new limited series titled La Boheme.
Always, I’m trying to engage the viewer’s imagination with my visual language and the energy of composition and color. I lean into exaggerated proportions and enjoy building dialogue among multiple pieces.
I have exhibited with area galleries and look forward to my next solo exhibition in 2026.
I have been a cultural champion throughout my life and an early CHARTER member of the National Museum of Women in the Arts, Washington DC. Foundational for me is helping to create learning opportunities on a community level. I like to engage as a catalyst in this way. My work as a YouTube Co-Producer of Cape Ann ARTWaves along with present and past board roles with area cultural nonprofits support my passion for creating a vibrant community and economy.
Amazing, so let’s take a moment to go back in time. What was your earliest memory of feeling powerful?
At the age of six I decided to go by my middle name and singled out each member of my family to inform them of my decision. I think liking one’s name is key to wellbeing starting young. I’m grateful to my parents who were onboard and encouraging. I felt validated for owning my name, being taken seriously, and taking this step!
If you could say one kind thing to your younger self, what would it be?
Ease up! Taking risks is key and it’s the challenges that provide the best learning. Lean into them. Have faith and seek joy in the ride!
Sure, so let’s go deeper into your values and how you think. What truths are so foundational in your life that you rarely articulate them?
Authenticity
Okay, we’ve made it essentially to the end. One last question before you go. When do you feel most at peace?
-Sharing love and a laugh with dear ones.
-The luxury of taking a pause and being at rest.
-Giving back in an impactful way.
-Being by the sea.
-Making art.
-Being curious….I’m a lifelong learner and love to be stimulated by new cultures, people with stories, and museums.
Image Credits
Kristine Fisher, Visual Artist
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