"Rediscovery, Connection, and the Next Chapter" or "Where the heck is KP Reynolds Art"

The past two years have been a journey of rediscovery—a winding path filled with unexpected challenges, moments of clarity, and breadcrumbs (sometimes metaphorical, sometimes actual snacks) that ultimately led me back to where I belong.

In 2023, I hit what I lovingly refer to as my “blanket burrito phase.” I was mourning the loss of my pre-COVID career, and it hit me harder than I expected. The funny thing? I was already planning to leave that industry behind. But when the pandemic came along and yanked the rug out from under me, I found myself screaming, “Hey, I wasn’t done with that rug yet!” Turns out, losing something on your own terms feels a lot different than having it ripped away.

Since then, I’ve been following the breadcrumbs, trusting the process, and rediscovering myself along the way. That journey brought me back to the joys and occasional chaos of theatre, reconnecting me with a part of myself I thought I had left behind. I’m thrilled (and slightly terrified) to share that I’ve stepped into the role of Director at The Bunbury Theatre for two upcoming productions. If you’re in Louisville, KY, I’d love for you to come see Dead Man’s Cell Phone by Sarah Ruhl, opening January 17th, and Sirens by Deborah Zoe Laufer, opening March 14th. Just don’t make direct eye contact with me during the performances—I’ll be the one awkwardly lurking in the back, pretending I’m not watching you watch my work.

While this has been a fulfilling chapter, I’m ready to dive back into KP Reynolds Art with renewed focus and energy. Over the past two years, I kept painting and showing my work but stepped away from social media and emails. Why? Because life was… a lot. I needed that time to heal, reflect, and figure out what the heck I was doing. During that period, I also distanced myself from many people—not because of you, but because of me. If you’re one of those people, I’d love to reconnect! Come find me on social media or reach out—I promise I’m slightly less of a mess now (well, mostly).

Many of you have asked when my last series, Human Connection, would be available for purchase. I’m thrilled to announce that it’s now officially live on my website! I know, I know—it took me forever. Life got in the way, and I was busy following breadcrumbs (and occasionally getting lost), but hey, better late than never, right?

I also want to take a moment to thank the incredible people who supported and uplifted me during my darkest days. Whether you were there to listen, or remind me that I wasn’t alone, your kindness and patience meant more than I can put into words. To those who let me play theatrically and welcomed me back into the world of theatre with open arms—thank you for giving me the space to create, explore, and rediscover the joy of storytelling. You reminded me that collaboration is magic and that sometimes, the best therapy is a little bit of drama (the staged kind, of course).

Human Connection is a deeply personal series inspired by the challenges we face in forming genuine relationships in today’s society. Through intimate embraces surrounded by abstract lines, the collection explores the struggles and triumphs of finding authentic connection in a digital world. My hope is that this series makes you feel something—whether that’s hope, comfort, or just the urge to text someone you haven’t spoken to in a while.

Looking ahead, my focus is shifting to my next series, Untamed Grace, which I can’t wait to share with you soon. I won’t make any promises about timelines because, well, life has a habit of throwing curveballs, but I can tell you that my intentions and energy are fully aligned with this next chapter.

Thank you for your patience, your encouragement, and your support as I’ve navigated this winding path. Until Untamed Grace is ready, I invite you to explore Human Connection—a celebration of intimacy, resilience, and the beauty of relationships.

Let’s reconnect, laugh, and keep moving forward together. 💫

With gratitude (and a wink),

Kathy