Drue is absolutely a brilliant person. She has become one of the world's greatest artists. She is a noted flutist and a spokesperson for our diverse young society. She has a broad spectrum of interests from art to music to sports. If she were an athlete she would become an absolute artist in her performances on the athletic field. Her intuition, instincts, and insights place her among the most intellectually gifted people in the world....I believe Drue's mission in life is to bring people together from all cultures around the world to truly appreciate each other through the arts.
—BILL WALSH, Legendary Coach, San Francisco 49ers
Every so often someone walks through your door who instantly merits complete attention. Drue Kataoka is one of these rare persons who makes an indelible impression. One first notices the focus in her intent eyes. Then one is captivated by her earnest passion as she describes her concept for further expression of an ancient art form brought back to life in a modern context. And finally, she backs up her appeal by delivering an expert original rendition of a work recognizing a compelling theme. What an asset this beautiful young lady with the ever-present smile has been to the world of creative art! The variety of her work is endless, ranging from her love of music to world issues. Her future is limitless, and her legacy will be one of greatness!!
—DICK GOULD, Director of Tennis, Stanford University, 17 NCAA Team Championships
How can so much talent be in one body? I discovered Drue's work from the time she set foot on the Stanford campus and soon after commissioned Gallery of Champions a suite of Sumi-e tennis paintings for the Taube Family Tennis Stadium. Drue's extraordinary innate talent coupled with incredible discipline and dedication to her art form make her a rare phenomenon. Like the world's elite tennis players, she combines flawless execution, winning strokes, and keen intuition with deadly accuracy. With her sparkling charisma and starpower she can captivate any audience--from the Board of Directors of a Silicon Valley company to an auditorium packed with energized youth. She redefines what it means to be a positive role model for young people in the 21st century as she continues to be a powerful advocate for the arts. Drue is a unique byproduct of the rigors of the discipline of an ancient art form and the cutting edge drive of an artist bred in Silicon Valley. What sets Drue apart is the level of achievement across disciplines, art, music, poetry. She is the consummate communicator.
—TAD TAUBE, President Koret Foundation, Founder Woodmont Companies, Past Chair Stanford Athletic Board