Who we are
Meet the zany, spunky, passionate crew responsible for turning a vintage trailer into On The Move Art Studio!
Kathy Werking
Co-Founder, Lead Art Instructor
Brief bio: Kathy teaches art classes through her Kentucky Green Studio located in Paris, KY. In addition, she makes and sells natural candles and body care products under the Kentucky Green/Soapwerks label.
Why I am involved: I love to unleash creativity in children's lives.
My one wish for the kids we serve: I wish for our students to live a creative, fulfilling life.
Co-Founder, Lead Art Instructor
Brief bio: Kathy teaches art classes through her Kentucky Green Studio located in Paris, KY. In addition, she makes and sells natural candles and body care products under the Kentucky Green/Soapwerks label.
Why I am involved: I love to unleash creativity in children's lives.
My one wish for the kids we serve: I wish for our students to live a creative, fulfilling life.
Christian Motley
Board Chair
Brief bio: Christian Motley is a Berea College graduate and an education advocate based in Lexington, Kentucky. He previously served as the Deputy Executive Director of the Kentucky Governor’s Office of Early Childhood, and was a presidential appointee in the Office of the Deputy Secretary at the U.S. Department of Education, in Washington, D.C.
Why I am involved: All students should have access to arts enrichment programs that inspire their natural curiosity, and offers a unique path to access skills for self direction, critical thinking and creativity.
My one wish for the kids we serve: My wish for our organization is that we provide spaces where discovery happens, and that our kids unlock their incredible potential in ways that are revealed in other areas of their lives.
Board Chair
Brief bio: Christian Motley is a Berea College graduate and an education advocate based in Lexington, Kentucky. He previously served as the Deputy Executive Director of the Kentucky Governor’s Office of Early Childhood, and was a presidential appointee in the Office of the Deputy Secretary at the U.S. Department of Education, in Washington, D.C.
Why I am involved: All students should have access to arts enrichment programs that inspire their natural curiosity, and offers a unique path to access skills for self direction, critical thinking and creativity.
My one wish for the kids we serve: My wish for our organization is that we provide spaces where discovery happens, and that our kids unlock their incredible potential in ways that are revealed in other areas of their lives.
Judy Ho
Treasurer
Brief bio: Judy graduated from the University of Kentucky with a bachelor’s degrees in Accounting and Finance. She currently works at Blue & Co., in Lexington on the audit team. In her spare time she enjoys hanging out with her family and friends, binge watching Netflix, reading and working out.
Why I am involved: To inspire and be inspired
My one wish for the kids we serve: I hope that they remember there is light in the world.
Treasurer
Brief bio: Judy graduated from the University of Kentucky with a bachelor’s degrees in Accounting and Finance. She currently works at Blue & Co., in Lexington on the audit team. In her spare time she enjoys hanging out with her family and friends, binge watching Netflix, reading and working out.
Why I am involved: To inspire and be inspired
My one wish for the kids we serve: I hope that they remember there is light in the world.
Casey Harris
Secretary
Brief bio: Casey Harris grew up in a rural region in Franklin County. She attended the University of Kentucky and graduated with a degree in Media Arts and Studies and minored in Art Studio. Casey has always had a passion for creating and helping others.
Why I am are involved: With my job at KET I’m constantly helping tell the stories of great individuals who have made a difference in their community. I decided that I wanted start being someone who was also making a greater difference. I joined On The Move Art Studio because it was a perfect way for me to combine my love for creativity and helping others.
My one wish for the kids we serve: My wish is that they are able to reach their full potential.
Secretary
Brief bio: Casey Harris grew up in a rural region in Franklin County. She attended the University of Kentucky and graduated with a degree in Media Arts and Studies and minored in Art Studio. Casey has always had a passion for creating and helping others.
Why I am are involved: With my job at KET I’m constantly helping tell the stories of great individuals who have made a difference in their community. I decided that I wanted start being someone who was also making a greater difference. I joined On The Move Art Studio because it was a perfect way for me to combine my love for creativity and helping others.
My one wish for the kids we serve: My wish is that they are able to reach their full potential.
Olivia Burkett
Board member
Brief bio: Olivia Burkett is a Kentucky State University graduate and UK graduate student. She volunteers with several non-profits in the Lexington community, and serves on two non-profit boards; including On The Move Art Studio. Olivia has a passion for people, and so, she is also a Manager at Kroger. When she's not volunteering and serving the community, Olivia enjoys being creative and inspiring others. She's currently working on a podcast that revolves around culture and community.
Why I am are involved: I'm involved because it is my passion to serve those in my community, particularly the youth. I was once that kid who had all the energy and creativity (I still am) in the world to make things happen, to create and to inspire. I'm involved because I want to create the space and opportunity for kids to realize their potential and express themselves through art.
My one wish for the kids we serve: My hope for our kids is that they never stop creating; that the staff, volunteers and the overall experience of On The Move unlocks and drives each kid's creative power.
Board member
Brief bio: Olivia Burkett is a Kentucky State University graduate and UK graduate student. She volunteers with several non-profits in the Lexington community, and serves on two non-profit boards; including On The Move Art Studio. Olivia has a passion for people, and so, she is also a Manager at Kroger. When she's not volunteering and serving the community, Olivia enjoys being creative and inspiring others. She's currently working on a podcast that revolves around culture and community.
Why I am are involved: I'm involved because it is my passion to serve those in my community, particularly the youth. I was once that kid who had all the energy and creativity (I still am) in the world to make things happen, to create and to inspire. I'm involved because I want to create the space and opportunity for kids to realize their potential and express themselves through art.
My one wish for the kids we serve: My hope for our kids is that they never stop creating; that the staff, volunteers and the overall experience of On The Move unlocks and drives each kid's creative power.
Wendi Keene
Board member
Brief bio: Born in Las Vegas, New Mexico lived in Texas for awhile. Had a 30 year career with the YMCA of Central Kentucky. My background is in education with a degree from the University of Kentucky. Married to Mike for 28 years and am a mother of 2 boys Travis and Austin. Have a dog named Petey.
Why I am involved: Love working in the community with families and children.
My one wish for the kids we serve: That every child has a chance to reach their full potential.
Board member
Brief bio: Born in Las Vegas, New Mexico lived in Texas for awhile. Had a 30 year career with the YMCA of Central Kentucky. My background is in education with a degree from the University of Kentucky. Married to Mike for 28 years and am a mother of 2 boys Travis and Austin. Have a dog named Petey.
Why I am involved: Love working in the community with families and children.
My one wish for the kids we serve: That every child has a chance to reach their full potential.
James Wang
Board member
Brief bio: James Wang is a graduate of the University of Kentucky and an accountant in the Central KY region. He grew up in the city of Lexington and enjoys being involved in his community.
Why you are involved: Art is a great way for kids to express themselves; it is also something that should be available to all. On The Move does a great job of bringing opportunities for creativity and expression to underserved neighborhoods and children.
Your one wish for the kids we serve: My wish is for the kids to explore their creative side.
Board member
Brief bio: James Wang is a graduate of the University of Kentucky and an accountant in the Central KY region. He grew up in the city of Lexington and enjoys being involved in his community.
Why you are involved: Art is a great way for kids to express themselves; it is also something that should be available to all. On The Move does a great job of bringing opportunities for creativity and expression to underserved neighborhoods and children.
Your one wish for the kids we serve: My wish is for the kids to explore their creative side.
