Katie Murray is known for her work with big-name clients like Facebook, Macy’s, and Meow Wolf, but she’s especially well-regarded in Fort Worth. She has created vibrant, culturally significant murals on many beloved buildings in the area. Her portfolio also includes intimate portraits, collages, and mixed-media pieces. Recently, she installed a large-scale mixed-media piece in the Clarus showroom for NeoCon 2024. This piece depicted glossy ocean waves frozen in time, and it utilized glass and unexpected materials to create depth and dimension, interacting with light in a captivating way. The installation was in line with the showroom theme “Perspective, Perception,” as the word “perception” was cleverly hidden behind the waves, waiting to surprise viewers. Some guests found the word by examining the piece up close, while others enjoyed it from a distance, appreciating it as a whole.
“Visually, it needed to make sense both from a distance and up close specifically to provide a sense of awe from both perspectives,” said Katie.
Attendees chatted with the artist, asking questions about the construction. According to Katie’s Instagram, it was built with “over 13,000 screws, 5,000 Legos, 4 sheets of PET, 3 sharp knives, [and] hundreds of hours of assistance.”
“I think people were surprised by all the unique materials used,” Katie added. “[They] wanted to know how long it took to complete, and I honestly think it could have been worked on for another 100 hours.”
Katie, a native Texan, obtained a graphic design degree from the University of Arlington and a master’s degree from Texas Women’s University. She currently holds the position of Chief Creative Officer at M2G Ventures and is also a co-founder and chief advisor for Art Room.
