About Us
Founder and Chairwoman Kathleen Gniady is an artist and entrepreneur. Since childhood, Kathleen has felt a profound connection to painting and drawing, taking special interest in the art of china painting. After opening her own art studio in Chicago, Kathleen taught the same group of students for over 30 years before relocating to San Diego in 2017.
In 2024, Kathleen and her daughter, Kristin Fox, teamed up to do something meaningful and impactful together to leave a lasting impression on the arts and on the world. Together, Kathleen and Kristin launched Forbidden Fruit Company, an online art gallery and charitable art experience organization dedicated to supporting the fine arts while giving back to the community.
