About Me

I'm Kathryn Balistreri, the one-woman multitasker behind Wildkat Studio. I’m an artist and freelance illustrator living in Portland, Oregon. I create colorful and original works of art and I work with brands to create high-quality designs and illustrations for digital and print media.

In addition to freelancing, I sell my art prints, felt handmade banners, and other work at local maker's markets in the PNW. My colorful felt artwork is designed to bring joy to interior spaces. 

I'm passionate about bringing my imagination to life through art and collaborating with others on unique pieces. I am currently accepting new illustration projects and custom banner design commissions.

Please feel free to email me at hello@wildkatstudio.com to discuss your project or learn more about my artistic process.

Clients

• The Portland Mercury • YMCA of Columbia-Willamette • Creston Elementary School • Multnomah Village Business Association • Rad Pop PDX • I have also enjoyed working on several illustration projects with Target's vendors that have supported their Mondo Llama line of children’s arts and crafts products.

Resume

BFA in Communication Design, 2012 Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design, Milwaukee WI

Art Shows

☼ September 2025, “Hello My Name Is”, Gallery5, Richmond, VA

☼ March 2025, “Over the Pond” solo collection, Antler Gallery, Portland, OR

☼ October 2024, “Haunted Hues”, Radius Studios, Portland, OR

☼ September 2024, “Child’s Play”, Variables, Portland, OR

☼ August 2024, “Into the Forest” solo collection, Variable Creatives, Portland, OR

☼ August 2024, “Reach for the Stars”, Variable Creatives, Portland, OR

☼ June 2024, Strawberry Museum gallery show, Sonny’s House, Portland, OR

☼ May 2012, MIAD Senior Thesis Exhibition, Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design, Milwaukee, WI