About

Katherine Lock Contemporary is where art and merch meet. Part shop, part gallery, the store presents a curated selection of expressive products including gifts, art, housewares, books, apparel and more—all with a focus on telling diverse stories and illuminating subjects through the lens of acclaimed artists, designers and makers.

Katherine is a painter and shop owner. After graduating with honors from the University of Iowa with a degree in painting, Katherine relocated to New York City, where she held various leadership positions at the Guggenheim Museum and Gagosian gallery. In her more than 20 years living in NYC, Katherine was an active member of the city’s larger art community, and she had the honor of collaborating with countless artists, curators, designers, and studios.

Throughout her career, Katherine has worked to spotlight artistic vision and reflect the transformative power of art. As a merchant with style and strategy chops, she draws on her skills and business experience to curate goods and art for her space in Des Moines.