Grace Bedel
August, 2026
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Cats and Gummies
I love creating colorful cats and gummy creatures inspired by real cats and all the different personalities they can have. I use bright colors, facial expressions, and shapes to help show who each character is. Some colors represent feelings, while others are chosen because they work well together. My favorite color combination right now is yellow, pink, white, and orange. I call them “the four best friends” because they work so well together.
All of the paintings in this show share bright playful colors and unique personalities. My sketchbook gives me ideas, but once I start painting, I usually figure things out as I go. I especially enjoy making brush strokes and watching the painting come together. When I create art, I get lost in the process and become completely zoned in on what I am making.
If all of these cats and gummies lived in the same world, it would be an endless candy world filled with color, imagination, and adventure. When people visit this show, I hope they notice the colors first. I hope they feel happy and intrigued, and leave remembering how great life can be. – Grace Bedel
Artist Biography
Grace Bedel is an 11-year-old artist from McPherson, Kansas. She loves animals, cats, horses, spending time outdoors, collecting animal figurines, and volunteering at The Cat House. Inspired by the cats she sees in everyday life, Grace creates colorful paintings filled with bold colors, playful gummy creatures, and characters with unique personalities. Grace has been making art since she was little and enjoys experimenting with color, expressive brush strokes, and imaginative ideas. Cats and Gummies is her first solo art exhibition.