Kate Breakey facts for kids

Kate Breakey is a talented visual artist from Australia. She is famous for her large photographs that she colors by hand. Her amazing artwork has been shown in over 75 solo exhibitions and more than 50 group shows. These exhibitions have taken place all around the world, including the United States, France, Japan, Australia, China, and New Zealand.

Many important museums and art centers own her work. These include the Center for Creative Photography in Tucson, the Museum of Photographic Arts in San Diego, and the National Gallery of Australia in Canberra. In 2004, she was named Photographer of the Year by the Houston Center for Photography.

About Kate Breakey's Life

Kate Breakey was born in Port Lincoln, South Australia, on August 14, 1957. She studied art at the University of South Australia. She earned a diploma in Graphic Design in 1978 and a Bachelor of Fine Art in 1981.

In 1988, Kate moved to Austin, Texas, in the United States. She continued her studies at the University of Texas, earning a Master of Fine Art in 1991. After graduating, she taught photography at the university until 1997. In 1999, Kate moved to Tucson, Arizona. Besides showing her art, she often gives talks and teaches workshops to other artists and students around the world.

Where You Can See Her Art

Kate Breakey's artwork is part of the permanent collections in many public places. This means her art is owned by museums and universities for everyone to see. Her photographs are displayed in major art institutions across Australia, Japan, and the United States.

Some of these places include:

• The University of Colorado in Boulder, CO
• The Tucson Museum of Art in Tucson, AZ
• The Museum of Photographic Arts in San Diego, CA
• The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston in Houston, TX
• The National Gallery of Australia in Canberra, Australia
• The Osaka Museum in Japan

Her Art Shows

Kate Breakey has had many solo art shows where only her work is featured. These shows have taken place in galleries and museums across the world. Some of her well-known exhibitions include "Small Deaths," "Painted Light," and "Las Sombras/The Shadows." These shows often feature her unique hand-colored photographs.

She has also participated in many group exhibitions. In these shows, her art is displayed alongside the work of other artists. These group shows help people see how her art connects with other contemporary artists.

Awards and Recognitions

Kate Breakey has received many awards for her photography and art. These awards celebrate her talent and contributions to the art world.

Some of her notable awards include:

• 2012 – Best Photographer, Tucson Weekly Annual Best of Tucson Awards
• 2012 – Mitchell A. Wilder Award for Excellence in Publication and Media Design (for her book Las Sombras/The Shadows)
• 2011 – Gold Award, Texas Association of Museums Mitchell A. Wilder Award (for her book Painted Light)
• 2004 – Photographer of the Year, Houston Center for Photography
• 2002 – Best Photography, Oscart Awards (Adelaide, Australia)
• 1999 – Olympus Japan Co Award, Tokyo International Photo-Biennale

Books by Kate Breakey

Kate Breakey has also published several books featuring her photographs. These books allow more people to see and enjoy her art.

Some of her books include:

• Las Sombras/The Shadows (2012)
• Slow Light (2011)
• Painted Light (2010)
• Small Deaths: Photographs (2001)