Kari Cooper is an award-winning designer, illustrator and artist based in Waikerie, in South Australia's Riverland region. Her whimsical, narrative-driven work explores folklore, fairy tales, and the timeless magic of visual storytelling. Inspired by the natural world, vintage illustrations, folklore, fairy tales, and traditions passed down through generations, Kari's work explores the enduring stories and cultural heritage that connects across time and place.
Drawing on her background in graphic design and illustration, Kari combines contemporary design sensibilities with traditional art practices, working across ink, watercolour, gouache, acrylic and oils.
Kari began teaching art in 2023 and began exhibiting her work in 2024. She is currently the Creative Director of Art Folk Atelier, an independent creative studio and art space within the Waikerie Collective.
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