Kim Kiosses

Kim is a Noongar Banyjima Nyiypali woman with heritage from the Pilbara and Perth, WA. Her grandparents were part of the Stolen Generation. Her Pop was taken from the Pilbara and her Nan was taken from near York. They later met at Sister Kate’s Mission, east of Perth, where they fell in love and went on to have nine children.

Kim now travels with her family to the Pilbara to discover her family’s identity and where they belong. Her paintings are a way of telling stories, reflecting on life experiences and family history. Her greatest inspiration is her family and her Country.

Kim studied TEE Art in Year 12 before going on to study horticulture. After many years working in the industry, she returned to her art and now loves her style and where her creative journey has taken her.

Kim says:
“I am blessed to live, love and raise my children on the beautiful land and waters of Wadandi Boodja. We honour their wisdom, knowledge and connections to Country.

The creation of my artwork is a journey, from developing a concept to a finished piece. I use symbols, lines, dots and textures in my paintings. My works are pieces of my story and the timeless story of my ancestors, forever linked to this sacred Country.”

Kim draws inspiration from her father, John Sara, who is also an established Indigenous artist. Kim is one of the gallery’s best-selling artists.