Kay Nari

“Painting is my passion. And beauty is paramount to the intent of every painting that I create.”

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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, she received art instruction on subjects such as still life, traditional landscapes, and figure drawings. This knowledge 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 graduated with honors from the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, CA, specializing in fine arts and illustration. 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, K. 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.

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K. Nari is an artist who has developed and mastered her own unique style of painting. This experienced artist creates imaginative and emotive paintings 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

remain 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 collections in Arizona and across the country.