She is a self-taught visual artist, muralist, photographer, playwright, and author.

Many years ago, she tapped into painting as a means of self-healing after suffering from a traumatic life experience which left her feeling lost and disconnected. Instead of painting hate and fear, she decided to create paintings that bring you to a happy and safe space of innocence where the inner child is celebrated and powerful.

Katori’s  “Kids” represent the global spectrum of hues and cultures. She envisions her “Katori Kids” brightening up places where children play, learn and grow throughout the world. Her name is a celebration of children, which stands for “Kids Are Treasures, Our Real Inspiration”.  It is her dream to continue to encourage people to pursue their dreams even in the midst of obstacles through the expression of her art. As Maya Angelou once said, “We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty.” 

In addition to commissioned art pieces, Katori has murals in Yonkers. Her Katori Kids can be seen on community garden sheds in the Bronx.  She has also been awarded a Proclamation from the Westchester Board of Legislators for all her work in the community.