KENNEBUNK — The December 2017 exhibition at the Kennebunk Free Library is “Keepsakes by Kate: Reminds You That Art is Suitable for the Soul,” the acrylic works of Kate Banks.

The public is invited to view the exhibit during regular library hours when the gallery is not in use for library programs.

Library hours are from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, from 12:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, and from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

Banks is an artist from Maine whose passion for art began at a very young age. Because of a congenital abnormality she had several surgeries starting at age 3.

Since birth mobility has been challenging for her, but a life of chronic pain has never stopped her from doing what she loves. After a total left hip replacement in 2013, a Proximal Femoral Periprosthetic in 2016, and three more screws added to the implant on Oct. 18, Banks is back in full force creating art that spreads smiles.

“It’s your support that inspires me and keeps me going, I cannot thank you enough,” Banks said.

As a 2005 graduate, Kate pursued her art goals by attending Ringling College of Art and Design in Sarasota Florida, Maine College of Art, and then graduating from the University of New England earning her Bachelors in History with a Minor in Art. She is a member of the National History Honor Society.

The public is invited to attend a free artist’s reception from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8 uring the ArtTrail. 

Check out more of Kate’s work on Etsy, Instgram @keepsakesbykate, and on Facebook.