Katherine Kisa was born in Nairobi, Kenya. She attended the University of Toronto where she graduated with a BSc. in Biology with a concentration in Genetics and Physical Anthropology. She continued with graduate studies in Biology at Emory University. During her years as a science student Katherine began her career as a multi-disciplinary artist developing a unique style which embraces both her artistic and scientific passions. Currently, the self-taught artist works as a full time on her art.