Strawberries by Kay Apking
Original acrylic on paper, 14” x 13”
A study in contrast and clarity—Apking’s vivid rendering of strawberries against a stark black field transforms a simple subject into a bold visual statement. Her work often explores realism with a graphic edge, celebrating everyday beauty with painterly precision.

Kay Apking is an Iowa-based artist known for her meticulous technique and vibrant compositions. Her pieces often feature botanical and natural subjects, rendered with a keen eye for texture and form.