Kristine Cooper (b. 1994, Spokane, WA) is an artist based in the high desert of Bend, Oregon. Her paintings explore story telling, color theory and nature. ​
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She earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Seattle Pacific University, where she developed a deep appreciation for color theory and abstract design. After moving to Bend in 2017, the region's mountains, high desert, and slower pace became a defining influence on her artistic voice.
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Collectors often share that her work brings a sense of calm, presence, and warmth to their homes—paintings they return to again and again as the light and colors shift throughout the day. Her work is held in private collections around the world and has been featured in The Seattle Times and Bend Magazine.
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Through each painting, Cooper hopes to create a lasting sense of beauty, connection, and belonging.
A Few Fun Facts
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I'm a recovering night owl. When I first started painting, I worked a full-time job, so my studio hours didn't begin until the evening. Many nights I'd paint until 1 a.m. or later. These days, you'll usually find me in bed before 10 p.m. (What a grandma.)
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Yoga is part of my creative process. I discovered yoga in 2021, and it's become one of my favorite ways to quiet my mind before stepping into the studio. It helps me transition from thinking to creating.
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My favorite place in Oregon is Humbug Mountain. Tucked along the southern Oregon coast, it's where some of my favorite memories have been made. There's something magical about the way the forest meets the ocean there. (Let's keep this one between us.)
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Studio fuel? After a long day of painting, it's hard to beat carne asada tacos from a local taco spot—always with plenty of guacamole.
Why cooper art and Abode?
When I began my art business in 2020 I planned to have modern interior design as an offering alongside my art, but quickly found there was more interest in the art I was creating. I didn’t have the capacity to run two businesses, leaving me to end the interior design offering, but keep the name.
Over time I have found Cooper Art and Abode to embody a new meaning for me. The works are a catalyst for positive transformation in homes converting empty spaces into inspiring sanctuaries. The name Cooper Art and Abode, feels more fitting than it did when I first began as I realize how my art isn’t just wall decor, instead it is a vibrant story waiting to unfold on your walls.
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