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Simms is a native-born artist of Maryland Cherokee heritage and often works without brushes, using palette-knives creating textured, vibrant works.

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"Impressionist artist K.O.Simms using pallete knives with acrylics to create movement ,depth,expressions of the soul of the subject. Enjoying the opportunity to Chronicle the world around us and the people of importance to various communities. To Inspire others to experience the joy of mixing colors to convey ideas, history and experiences of life around us.
I enjoy painting Outdoors in front of my studio for all to see, or on location capturing landscapes, seascapes, and personal portraits with the lighting and the memory of the weather endured.
I believe this is my opportunity to be more than a visual artist and take art to the world as a Performing Artist at any time."- K.O.Simms - 2022 by @kosimmsfinearts

"Impressionist artist K.O.Simms using pallete knives with acrylics to create movement ,depth,expressions of the soul of the subject.
Enjoying the opportunity to Chronicle the world around us and the people of importance to various communities.
To Inspire others to experience the joy of mixing colors to convey ideas, history and experiences of life around us.
I enjoy painting Outdoors in front of my studio for all to see, or on location capturing landscapes, seascapes, and personal portraits with the lighting and the memory of the weather endured.
I believe this is my opportunity to be more than a visual artist and take art to the world as a Performing Artist at any time."- K.O.Simms - 2022 by @kosimmsfinearts

"Mother's Love and Whispers, Grandma's Hugs and Kisses"

Impressionist palette knife acrylic painting Tribute to LORI A. SIMMS-WATSON, my Sister,Loving Mother and Grandmother dearly missed.....S.I.P. ~ Forever ❤ Loved. - K.O.Simms

K-O-simms-simms.pixels.com by @kosimmsfinearts

Portraits @ PHILADELPHIA STREET FOOD FESTIVAL
OCTOBER 24 & 25, 2026 | STATESIDE LIVE! | 1100 PATTISON AVE, PHILADELPHIA, PA by @kosimmsfinearts

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What's K O Simms' art style?

K.O. Simms is an Impressionist artist known for his vibrant landscapes, cityscapes, and portraits that capture the essence of his native Delaware. His art style is characterized by ¹ ² ³:
- Impressionist Palette Techniques: Simms employs impressionist palette techniques to create captivating artworks.
- Palette Knife Acrylic Painting: He uses a closed palette knife technique without brushes to achieve unique textures and effects.
- Color and Texture: His artwork often features vivid colors and textures that bring scenes to life, such as sunlight, shadows, and clouds in nature.

Some notable examples of his work include ⁴:
- Landscapes: Brandywine Village, Riverfront Wilmington, and Cherry Blossoms on the Brandywine.
- Portraits: William Judy Johnson (Negro League Baseball Hall of Fame), Harriet Tubman (Underground Railroad), and Bob Marley.
- Cityscapes: Underground Atlanta and Kalmar Nyckel - Old Swedes Landing.

Simms' artistic journey spans over four decades, and his work has been showcased in various exhibitions, including solo exhibits at the Christina Cultural Arts Center and the University of Delaware. His art has also been featured in the Delaware Art Museum's permanent collection ³. by @kosimmsfinearts

Impressionist palette 🎨 knife acrylics Artist K.O.SimmsFineArts recreates a Large painting from his previous watercolor of the former Mispillion Light House. Mispillion Light: Originally built in 1831 and rebuilt in 1873, it actively guided mariners up until its deactivation in 1929. In his mission of 'Keeping History Alive through Art ' , K.O.SimmsFineArts treasured the chance of painting an original watercolor outdoors (En'Plien Air) on location in the late 1990's , before it's scheduled demolition. #blackexcellence #highlights #artist #biggsmuseum @highlight Modern Impressionist Magazine African American Museum in Philadelphia by @kosimmsfinearts

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Proud to be participating in this weekend event. please stop by the booth, greet and choose a painting for your Collection. Save the time, impromptu or schedule appointment for a Live Portrait in charcoal, watercolor, pastel or impressionist palette knife acrylics right at my booth. Looking forward to your support. - K.O. Simms Fine Arts by @kosimmsfinearts