"My subjects are extremely varied and I get my inspiration from things I see around me - from stories, photos - anywhere really."
St Amand has been making her prints at Pakohe Papers, Marty and Marilyn Vreede's flax paper-making business in the Tupoho complex.
"I'm very grateful for the workspace and Marty's encouragement," she says.
The artist says she discovered art as a wonderful escape while working as a nurse and, since retirement, she says it has become her "solace".
"I really enjoy exhibiting my work too. It's a really nice way to meet people and the arts centre gallery is a wonderful space."
Kate St Amand's exhibition of woodblock prints opens on Monday. The exhibition will be open for viewing at 19 Taupo Quay, 10am to 4pm every day but Sunday.