Kiersten Latham, a multidisciplinary artist working clay, fiber, and found objects will again be the Red Barn Artist-in-Residence from May 3-15.

Growing up with an artist father, Latham describes herself as a lifelong art appreciator, and as of 2024, a full-time artist.

During her residency, Latham plans to push herself beyond her normal artistic practice, and will be open to inspiration from the studio space and artwork in the Red Barn, rather than planning specific pieces to create. Latham describes her art as serendipitous in nature as she relies on creative flow. Among the artwork she hopes to make, Latham will be painting backgrounds and creating assemblages, collages, stitching and clayworks. In addition, Latham will be searching for treasures at local thrift stores to include in her art. The environment of the Red Barn, the artwork and practice of Lester Raymer, and the creative spirit of Lindsborg will inspire her artmaking.

Visitors to the Red Barn should expect to see what Latham terms “organized chaos,” with lots of color, objects, different media, and all the artwork made with joy, vibrancy, and a sense of humor. For more information on Latham and her artwork, visit her website or her Instagram account.

The Red Barn Studio Museum is located at 212 S. Main Street and is open Tuesday-Friday, 10:00am-5:00pm and Saturday and Sunday, 1:00-5:00pm. For more information, contact the Red Barn Studio Museum at 785-227-2217.