Artist Kim Russell

creates detailed drawings of
stylized birds in pen and ink on
white backgrounds.

Kim's art is inspired by the iconic imagery of ancient, indigenous cultures.

"I'll never tire of learning about birds or hearing stories of the ways they have touched people's lives."

Feb 20-21, 2021

Virtual
Wisconsin Garden Expo

This year, the Garden Expo will take place online!

I will be joining an array of inspiring speakers, nature-themed exhibitors and educational organizations, as well as virtual garden tours and a photography exhibit.

As part of the expo, I will be live
on facebook from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
and 6:00-7:00 p.m. on both days.

International Crane Foundation
From The Field Webinar

The Long and Winding Roads that Lead to Portraying Cranes

Now available for viewing on youtube, Kim's webinar presents the journey that led her from the Chicago suburbs to the rolling hills of Sauk County, Wisconsin.

In the webinar, Kim discusses the progression of her artwork with a focus on the influences and stories behind selected crane drawings.

She also talks through the process of creating a drawing of a blue crane, and the extensive research that led her down interesting paths along the way.

Beneath the Lilies

An overhead view of life in the clear water of a northern lake.

Beneath The Lilies is a 60" x 20" framed drawing of Common Loons.

The loons are joined by Channel Catfish, Yellow Perch, and a Green Darner Dragonfly.

Pileated Pair

This drawing of a mated pair of Pileated Woodpeckers is a portrait of symmetry.

A mated pair will usually stay together for life.

Can you tell which one is the female, and which is the male?

At Your Service

The title of this drawing is a play on words.

Male Cardinals tend to their mate's needs during courtship and brooding.

The fruit being proffered is a native Serviceberry.

Covid Won't Stop Me!

Most of my shows are cancelled, and most of my shops are closed.

I'm still happily creating new drawings, filling orders, and taking on special projects and virtual events.

Stay in touch through my social media and email.

Phone conversations are welcome.

Mayo Clinic Rochester, MN

Mary Brigh Building

Pediatric Atrium Lobby

Kim was thrilled to be awarded a commission by the famous Mayo Clinic for 34 of her life-sized bird sculptures.

The birds, all native Minnesota woodland species, are flying in Mayo's new Pediatric Atrium Lobby.

We will post a feature in the future documenting the extensive project.

April 7 - June 6, 2020

Special Exhibit

Birds Of A Feather:
Contemporary Avian Artists

A Two Woman Exhibit

Reedy Art Gallery
UM Landscape Arboretum The Arb
University of Minnesota
Chaska, MN

Artist Presentation:
as part of Audubon Birding Day
Sunday May 17, 2:00 pm

At her talk, Kim will share fascinating
facts about the birds in her drawings.

Postponed until 2021

UW American Family Children's Hospital Project

Art coordinator for the UW Hospitals, Amanda Kron, had a vision for the new floor of the children's hospital.

To support the theme, "Skies Over Wisconsin, Amanda challenged Kim to design and execute hanging sculptures for installation in the elevator hallway.

Working with many safety and size restrictions, the end result was three cloud formations with groupings of birds on each side to welcome visitors as they step off the elevators.