Debbie Kaste, a Wisconsin native, is married with two grown stepsons.  Despite having grown up in what she described as a "poor" family, Debbie's parents introduced her and her brother to the joys of creativity at a young age.  Both continue to enjoy their personal creativity to this day!  Debbie tells us...  "I never felt poor or deprived as I could make things with my own hands and that made me really happy."

You can see one Debbie's latest creations "Bella of the Ball"
in the March/April 2009 issue of Somerset Studio, Page 103

Displayed with permission by Somerset Studio

In her own words... I do temporary office work, am busy caring for family and in my free time, enjoy working with paper, my favorite medium. I’ve always loved cutting and pasting. Mom taught me how to draw, crochet, make ribbon roses, paint on wood and weave baskets. Dad taught me how to cut out wooden shapes with his jigsaw. My family has lovingly nicknamed me “the putzer” as I’m always working on something.

To me, creating is like breathing.   Digital collage sheets has opened a who  le new world for me. I discovered them through a dear friend and I’m really enjoying the journey. They are so beautiful and are easy to work with.

I love combining them with my rubber stamps (my other love) and see endless possibilities for them.

Thanks Michelle for the opportunity to be your “featured artist of the month”. 

Debbie Kaste