Katie Holmes and Boyfriend Jason Bard Yarmosky Share Romantic PDA at Star-Studded Hamptons Dinner

Katie Holmes appears to be enjoying a romantic summer with New York-based artist Jason Bard Yarmosky, and the couple’s relationship seems to be growing increasingly serious.

The 47-year-old actress and Yarmosky were photographed sharing a sweet moment together on Thursday, Aug. 20, while attending an intimate dinner in East Hampton, New York, hosted by fashion designer Michael Kors in celebration of the 45th anniversary of the Michael Kors Collection.

Photos from the elegant gathering showed Holmes and Yarmosky displaying subtle but unmistakable affection toward each other. In one image, the couple held hands while smiling and looking directly into each other’s eyes, offering another public glimpse into a romance that first began attracting attention earlier this summer.

Their appearance came after several weeks of outings together in New York City and the Hamptons, where they have been spotted holding hands, kissing, embracing and attending events as a couple.

A Romantic Night in the Hamptons

For the Michael Kors celebration, Holmes embraced a colorful transitional look suited to the final weeks of summer.

The former Dawson’s Creek star wore a sleeveless violet-colored dress, pairing it with striking red kitten heels.

Yarmosky kept his outfit considerably more understated, opting for an all-black ensemble.

The two posed together during the evening and were also photographed alongside Kors and several other prominent guests attending the anniversary celebration.

Among those at the event were Christie Brinkley and Naomi Watts, both of whom brought their daughters.

Brinkley attended with Sailor Brinkley Cook, while Watts was accompanied by Kai Schreiber.

Although the event brought together a number of recognizable faces from fashion and entertainment, Holmes and Yarmosky’s affectionate interaction naturally attracted attention as their relatively new relationship continues to develop publicly.

Holmes and Yarmosky Met at a Dinner

According to a source who previously spoke to PEOPLE, Holmes and Yarmosky originally met while attending a dinner.

The encounter apparently led to a romantic connection fairly quickly, with the pair going on a date shortly afterward.

By early July, they had begun being seen together publicly.

On July 10, Holmes and Yarmosky were photographed holding hands during an evening out in East Hampton.

Only four days later, the pair were seen having dinner together again.

Their repeated appearances quickly fueled speculation that Holmes had entered a new relationship.

An insider later explained that Yarmosky’s artistic background fits naturally with the kind of personality Holmes has traditionally found appealing.

“Katie has always been drawn to people who are creative,” the source said.

According to the insider, Holmes particularly enjoys spending time around individuals who feel strongly about their work and interests.

“She loves being around people who are passionate about what they do,” the source continued. “She enjoys learning and experiencing new things.”

Yarmosky, whose professional life centers around visual art, appears to share that creative sensibility.

Their Romance Became More Public at a Concert

Holmes and Yarmosky appeared increasingly comfortable displaying affection when they attended the exclusive Soho Sessions concert series in New York City on July 21.

During the event, the couple watched singer Sienna Spiro perform.

They were reportedly seen holding hands, kissing and embracing throughout the evening.

The appearance represented one of the clearest indications at the time that their relationship had moved beyond a casual friendship.

Rather than avoiding attention, Holmes and Yarmosky appeared relaxed together as they enjoyed the performance.

Their affection at Soho Sessions was followed only a few days later by another significant public appearance.

Holmes Brought Yarmosky as Her Date to a Ferragamo Event

On July 24, Holmes attended a Ferragamo pop-up event at Topping Rose House in Bridgehampton, New York, and brought Yarmosky as her plus-one.

The couple posed together at the fashion event, further establishing their status as a pair.

For the occasion, they coordinated their outfits around shades of navy.

Holmes wore an oversized sheer blouse with a gold skirt and black heels, while Yarmosky chose a sweater, trousers and loafers.

Their appearance came just weeks after they had first been publicly linked and suggested that the two were already comfortable attending high-profile events together.

Since then, their relationship appears to have continued progressing.

The Michael Kors dinner on Aug. 20 marked another public outing and another affectionate moment between the two.

Who Is Jason Bard Yarmosky?

Although Holmes has spent decades in the public eye, Yarmosky comes from the art world rather than Hollywood.

He is a New York-based artist known primarily for paintings and drawings dealing with themes including aging, memory and the passage of time.

According to his professional biography, Yarmosky graduated from the School of Visual Arts in New York City in 2010.

His work has subsequently been exhibited in galleries and museums internationally.

The themes explored through his artwork frequently examine the human experience through subjects connected with age and identity.

His creative background appears to be one of the qualities that attracted Holmes to him.

Holmes herself has expanded her career well beyond acting over the years, becoming involved in directing, producing, theater and fashion while maintaining an active presence in New York’s cultural scene.

The couple’s shared connection to art and creativity may help explain why their relationship has developed naturally.

Holmes Appears Relaxed in Her New Romance

Since first being linked in July, Holmes and Yarmosky have not publicly offered extensive commentary about their relationship.

Instead, their romance has largely been documented through their appearances together.

From quiet dinners to concerts and fashion events, the pair have repeatedly been photographed looking comfortable and affectionate.

The progression has been relatively steady.

They were initially seen spending time together privately before being photographed holding hands in East Hampton. They later attended Soho Sessions, where their affection became more obvious, followed by the Ferragamo event and now the Michael Kors anniversary dinner.

Their latest outing suggested that the connection has continued strengthening.

The photo of Holmes and Yarmosky holding hands and smiling into each other’s eyes offered a particularly warm glimpse of their dynamic.

A Summer Filled with Public Appearances

The relationship has unfolded largely against the backdrop of New York and the Hamptons, with the couple alternating between Manhattan outings and events on Long Island.

That setting has also allowed Holmes, who has long been associated with New York City life and style, to incorporate the relationship naturally into her social calendar.

Rather than making a formal announcement about their romance, Holmes and Yarmosky appear to be allowing their public appearances to speak for themselves.

Their Aug. 20 evening with Michael Kors and other celebrity guests was another example.

While the dinner officially celebrated an important milestone for the designer’s fashion house, it also became another notable moment in Holmes and Yarmosky’s increasingly visible relationship.

Just weeks after they were first spotted together, the actress and artist are now regularly attending events side by side.

For Holmes, who has generally kept much of her private life carefully guarded, the affectionate appearances mark a noticeable new chapter.

And judging from their smiles, hand-holding and growing number of public outings, the pair seem to be enjoying what has become a particularly romantic summer in New York.