AUGUSTA LEVY
Former Senior Director Product Management & New Business, Papyrus
“Kari is truly one of the most naturally gifted artists and Creative Directors I’ve ever worked with. She has an incredible instinct for what artwork will resonate on consumer products. Her experience spans high-profile collaborations, retail packaging, artist development, and storytelling. Anyone who hires her isn’t just gaining a creative partner; they’re gaining someone who brings vision, craftsmanship, and a deep understanding of how to translate art into commercially successful products.”
KELSEY DODGE
Artist & Senior Designer, Bath & Body Works
“Kari has that certain flair for knowing what's next. Her keen eye for trends and strong ability to adapt high level concepts into digestible designs and direction for consumers is something I have always admired. She's a visionary art director with a certain cool confidence that has come with her years of experience, with an adaptive range tailored to answer a variety of creative briefs.”
CRISTINA DE SANTIS
Former Creative Services Manager, Papyrus
“Kari is a thoughtful and inspiring creative. She always showed our designers the utmost respect for collaboration, valuing feedback and fresh ideas, all while providing great art direction. Her vision is well researched and trend forward resulting in products that sell well in many markets.”
LISA DOTEN
THEN · Director, Product Development, Papyrus
NOW · Director, Product Development, Punch Studios
“Kari brings exceptional creative vision to every project, is deeply inspired by trends & fashion, and has a strong understanding of the consumer. Her concepts are consistently fresh, innovative, and commercially successful. She asks smart questions, navigates cost and production requirements with creativity, and always finds solutions that balance design impact with business needs.”
CHRIS CHUN
Artist & Textile Designer
“[Kari] is truly every artist's dream collaborator. Her creative briefs are always succinct and on point, giving just the right direction while leaving room for artistic expression. What sets Kari apart is her exceptional ability to bring out the best in each artist's unique style—she has an eye for understanding what makes someone's work special and knows how to nurture that vision.”
KATRI HAYCOCK
THEN · Senior Art Director, Papyrus
NOW · Director, Concept & Collaborations, PB Kids & Teen
“Kari doesn't just direct; she curates experiences, making her a powerhouse for any team needing strategic, stylish, and seamless creative leadership.”
RACHEL PARKER
Artist