ABOUT THE ARTIST
“I thrive in a creative environment, and I am grateful for this gift, which I express through the joy I feel when painting.”K. Nari is an experienced and versatile artist who creates paintings that emanate the essence of beauty.Born in Seoul, Korea, K. Nari’s childhood was filled with opportunities for creative expression. Her mother was an artist and seamstress, and her mother’s love for art became an inspiring and positive influence for K. While attending school in Korea, K. received art instruction on subjects such as still life, traditional landscapes, and figure drawings. This knowl- edge has become the foundation for the versatility of the subject matter that she masterfully creates. K. and her family moved to Los Angeles, CA, when she was eleven years old. Impressions from her childhood and her schooling in Korea led her to follow her passion and pursue a career in art. She attended the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, CA, specializing in fine arts and illustra- tion. She received her bachelor’s degree in 2000, graduating with honors.After graduation, she worked in Los Angeles as an editorial illustrator for numerous magazines, publishing companies, and record companies. One notable achievement was receiving recognition for the artwork she created for Warner Brother Records which was featured in the Art Directors Annual publication. During this time, K. created paintings that were exhibited at art galleries in Los Angeles.
In 2012, the artist moved to the Phoenix area, where she continued to work in the art field. During this time, she had many opportunities to collaborate with other artists, art directors, and interior designers. The knowledge gained from those experiences provided her with the confidence to open her own studio in Old Town Scottsdale four years ago. K. Nari is an artist who has developed and mastered her own unique style of painting. This experienced artist creates imaginative and emotive paint- ings that convey her sense of harmony and beauty. She creates her own originals and is equally adept at creating commissioned art for clients. She remains dedicated to continuous study and believes in learning from the masters. The sensibilities of the art of John Singer Sargent and Monet re- main important influences for her art. K.’s artwork is found in art galleries across the country. She has an appreciative following who have eagerly acquired her original paintings, and her artwork is found in private collec- tions in Arizona and across the country.