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Kate Barreto

Hi, I'm Kate

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I’m an acrylic artist living in the tiny coastal town of Morehead City, North Carolina.  When I’m not in my studio, I’m chasing after my two wild toddlers—professional crab hunters and ocean splash experts—usually alongside my husband, who keeps us all laughing.

 

​My art leans toward calm, peaceful scenes (probably because the rest of my life is delightfully chaotic). Painting is my way of slowing things down, soaking in the beauty around me, and sharing a little pocket of peace with anyone who needs it. I’m just happy to put my work into the world and hope it lands with people who love it as much as I love making it.

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Wooden Art Easels

Whether you’re selecting a painting for your home, office, or seaside retreat, each piece is created to bring peace and presence into the space it inhabits.

Representation

In Store
You can view and purchase my art in person at several stores in NC

Cotswold Marketplace
Charlotte, NC

A premier resource for home furnishings, décor and gift-giving needs. Under one roof, you will find over 70+ merchants with varied styles and tastes to complement your own. An interior designer’s dream, and one of my very favorite spots.

Z & Z Designs
Morehead City, NC

A mother-daughter owned coastal boutique offering a curated collection of interior décor, unique gifts, and clothing. Inspired by the beauty of seaside living, it's a must see in downtown Morehead City.

Beaufort Linen Company
Beaufort, NC

Located in the historic waterfront town of Beaufort, this interior design based boutique offers a refined selection of home décor, linens, and thoughtfully curated pieces that reflect timeless coastal elegance and layered, livable design. They even have an in-house design team.

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© 2026 by  Kate Barreto

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