I am Kate

I am a mother, daughter, sister, resin artist, and entrepreneur with a passion for creativity, personal growth, and creating meaningful change. Over the years, I discovered that when I set a clear intention and commit to my goals, incredible things can happen. I went from living pay cheque to pay cheque to becoming a homeowner within three months, and I was mortgage-free within just 2.5 years.

My name is Kate Graham. I am a solo mother of two children, and while there may be nothing extraordinary about me on the surface, there is everything extraordinary about the journey I have taken. My path hasn't always been easy. It began with the realisation that I wanted more than Groundhog Day, more than feeling unfulfilled, and more than allowing circumstances or other people to determine my outcomes. I made a conscious decision to create change. I didn't know exactly what the destination would look like, but I knew that without taking the first step, there would be no destination at all.

To move forward, I had to think differently, act differently, and challenge myself mentally, physically, geographically, and energetically. I became driven by goals, intention, and a belief that creativity could become a vehicle for transformation.

On a Whim was born from that determination. What started as a goal to improve my financial future became a creative outlet that changed my life. As a resin artist, I began creating necklaces and earrings featuring slices of nature preserved in resin. The process gave me space to think, reconnect with myself, and discover possibilities I had never imagined. It became a way to share my creativity, express my goals, and build the financial freedom needed to turn my dreams into reality.

The following years were filled with extreme highs and lows, laughter and tears, failures and successes. Through it all, I developed mindsets, habits, and strategies that helped me better understand myself and overcome the behaviours that held me back. I learned to appreciate every part of who I am and discovered strengths, resilience, and determination that I never knew existed.

Today, I continue to grow both personally and creatively. As a resin artist, I have developed an ever-evolving range of handcrafted resin art, from jewellery and taonga to ocean-inspired homewares, serving boards, wall art, and bespoke commissions. My creativity continues to expand, my goals continue to evolve, and my passion for creating beautiful, meaningful pieces grows stronger every day.

My journey has taught me that with intention, creativity, and the courage to begin, extraordinary change is possible.

Kate Graham Resin Artist & Creative Force Behind On a Whim 🌊✨🎨

Resin Artist Whanganui