Kathrine Evans, Artist Spotlight
Delys Nast | Published on 1/26/2026
Katherine Evan’s life is all about animals – from her artwork to her personal life, animals, and their welfare, are her motivating force. Since moving to Saddlebrooke two years ago, Katherine has begun creating colored pencil portraits of animals, both endangered species and domestic pets, with the goal of donating the proceeds of her work to shelters and organizations to raise awareness and to help conserve wildlife. In addition, she volunteers her time to assist with spay/neuter clinics in Arizona.
Although Katherine always loved animals, her motivation to improve their lives began when she moonlighted at her brother’s restaurant after her regular job working as a database administrator. During this time, she noticed that there were stray cats looking for handouts, so she began feeding them. Eventually, she and her husband began a non-profit shelter/clinic, Rude Ranch Animal Rescue, and she devoted her time to caring for animals in need and writing a best-selling book.