Studio Stories : 003 / Kari Blak

About Kari Blak

Kari Blak is an American artist, illustrator, muralist, and designer born on the south side of Chicago.

His artistry concentrates on socioeconomic and environmental racism issues. Through colorful, illustrative imagery he employs a variety of styles from graphic to realistic. Kari often juxtaposes conceptual ideas of social justice with a youthful optimistic aesthetic. He has worked with Mural Moves studio. for the past 5 years as a designer and lead artist painting public and private murals throughout Chicago. He has also illustrated many children’s books and graphic novels. Kari is currently focused on studio painting through a residency at the Chicago Art Department.

Featuring: Petalhead

Petalhead spreads awareness of the impacts of climate change by being a voice for the younger generation that will be the most impacted. Through clothing, art figures, digital media and paintings,  Petalhead will tell a relatable human story. A story that gives representation to the communities that are disproportionately at risk.