Kathleen Barber Photography

Kathleen Barber Photography Explore more at kbarberfineart.com I specialize in fine art portraiture for women, personal branding and family lifestyle portraits.

I’m a Pacific Northwest artist and storyteller transforming photos into imaginative, textured art — and creating paintings in both digital and organic paint inspired by forests, coastlines, and moody light. I have an indoor studio and enjoy shooting outside.

I’ve been wanting to paint our dearly missed greyhound, Sonic. Back then I wasn’t a photographer yet, and I didn’t have ...
02/22/2026

I’ve been wanting to paint our dearly missed greyhound, Sonic. Back then I wasn’t a photographer yet, and I didn’t have a good camera just a few old phone photos tucked away in my saved Google account.

This snowy little snapshot became something more. Turning it into a painting means I can finally print it, hang it on the wall, and keep his gentle presence close.

Do you have an old photo of a beloved pet that still makes you pause for a moment?
📱➡️ 🎨

Based on a famous Oregon Lighthouse, Yaquina Head, I reimagined the image by compositing three other photos I captured o...
02/20/2026

Based on a famous Oregon Lighthouse, Yaquina Head, I reimagined the image by compositing three other photos I captured on the Oregon Coast.

I then enhanced the image with my signature artistic style, this one-of-a-kind piece captures the moody beauty and texture of the Pacific Northwest coast.



Looking through my hard drive of all my saved photos images I found a  photograph I captured of the Astoria historic tro...
01/22/2026

Looking through my hard drive of all my saved photos images I found a photograph I captured of the Astoria historic trolley I took several years ago.

This is purely my imagination as I see the mist emerge and muted color, evoking nostalgia, place, and quiet movement. Capturing both Astoria's character and the mood of the moment, inviting the viewer into a timeless Pacific Northwest scene.

More transformations to come. Any suggestions on places or things you would like to see pop them in the comment section.

Welcome to my Instagram where imagination and nature intertwine! I'm happy you stopped by. Enjoy my journey as I photogr...
01/17/2026

Welcome to my Instagram where imagination and nature intertwine! I'm happy you stopped by. Enjoy my journey as I photograph around the Pacific Northwest as well as my garden and transform through layered textures and painterly treatments applied in post-processing. The result is a soft, atmospheric piece that blends realism with an expressive, hand-painted aesthetic, capturing both place and mood through my artistic vision.

My work is inspired by the textures and colors of the Pacific Northwest mist-covered forests, wild coastlines, and the quiet poetry of moss and light.

This sailboat on the Columbia River in Astoria, Oregon is created using my signature photo art and mixed media techniques. ⛵️

This artwork is not AI.

12/21/2025

Happy Winter Solstice and Merry Christmas 💫🎄

I hope you have a stress-free holiday.
However you celebrate or not take time for yourself.

I enjoyed creating this mixed media painting of a cardinal in a winter scene. ❄️ Finding my joy again in creating art.

It's always a great time photographing the North Coast Symphonic Band. This concert was no exception; the music was fant...
11/15/2025

It's always a great time photographing the North Coast Symphonic Band. This concert was no exception; the music was fantastic. Don't forget to write it on your calendar for the next concert on February 1, 2026.

11/05/2025

Take a walk with me as I look for some inspiration ✨️

Where do you find it? Does it come through a muse?

11/01/2025

Autumn’s Little Wanderer 🍂🎃
There’s something about fall that makes me slow down. Maybe it’s the way the light softens or how the air feels crisp with change. Watching little ones explore the pumpkin patch always reminds me of that simple joy discovering beauty in the small things.

I wanted this piece to capture that feeling of cozy sweaters, soft colors, and the warmth of autumn light. I can take a cell phone image and make a piece of art for your home. THIS IS NOT AI.

Printed on fine art paper, it brings that same gentle calm into your home, like a quiet reminder to savor the season.

Happy Halloween 🎃  Enjoy your candy corn scented candle and pumpkin latte! Oh wait that's me😁What says last day of Octob...
10/31/2025

Happy Halloween 🎃 Enjoy your candy corn scented candle and pumpkin latte! Oh wait that's me😁
What says last day of October for you?

Enjoy the Haunted Net Shed on the Columbia River.

Dark Coast Fine Art Series.Lightning cracks. Waves roar.And the Peter Iredale stands its ground. ⚡️🌊A shipwreck that ref...
10/29/2025

Dark Coast Fine Art Series.
Lightning cracks. Waves roar.
And the Peter Iredale stands its ground. ⚡️🌊
A shipwreck that refuses to be forgotten.

Enjoy the spooky vibes!🕸

I recreated this image. It's a new addition to the Haunted Landscapes. Limited time only.

10/22/2025

How I find my inspiration? Let's take a walk together in the forest to see what we find. Look down and under pine needles, lift some leaves. 🍂 It's a great way to get fresh air and relax.

When I have found the perfect subject I use mixed media techniques and print the final image.🖌🖼

If you have enjoyed the short walk please get it a ❤️ Where do you find your inspiration when you create?

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Astoria, OR
97103

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+15037910538

Website

http://kbarberfineart.com/

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