12” x 12” Acrylic on Canvas 2025

Kathryn Randell-Domes is a painter from Southern Alberta whose work in acrylics captures the beauty and essence of Treaty 7 territory. The landscapes of this region profoundly influence her identity and artistic vision. Much of her inspiration comes from her upbringing, which was deeply rooted in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Kathryn spent much of her childhood at her grandparents’ ranch in Twin Butte and on sketching excursions with her father, Ian Randell. She also shares a profound connection to Writing-On-Stone/Áísínai’pi, a sacred and storied landscape.

Kathryn’s art explores the physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of these spaces, capturing fleeting moments steeped in memory and meaning. Her creative process begins outdoors, where she photographs landscapes that resonate with her. These images serve as the foundation for her paintings, which evolve organically as she works. Embracing spontaneity, she allows each piece to grow beyond its initial concept, building layers of underpainting to create depth, light, and emotional resonance. Each painting is an intimate reflection of the landscapes and familial ties that shape her life, inviting viewers to connect with the natural world through her lens.

Kathryn earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in 2002 and a Bachelor of Education (with distinction) in 2003 from the University of Lethbridge. A dedicated art educator, she has taught junior high students in Lethbridge for many years and now works closely with Indigenous students and their families. Kathryn has been honoured with the Blackfoot name Awootahnahki (Shield Woman).