Carol Korpi McKinley

Artist Biography

Carol Korpi McKinley is an internationally acclaimed American artist best known for her large-scale depictions of fruits, vegetables and animals, as well as her lush, color-drenched landscapes. Her art, prints and posters are exhibited in numerous corporate and private collections around the world, and has also been featured in national art shows, including The Art Expo in New York City. Born in northern Michigan, Carol spent her childhood surrounded by creativity. Her parents, being true entrepreneurs, were always seeking out new endeavors and adventures. They instilled in her early on that spirit of adventure and resourcefulness. She received her first set of paints at the age of four, became fascinated with the colors, and hasn't stopped painting since.

While exploring different career options, Carol met S. Terry and Cynthia Cowgill and was intrigued by the artistic freedom they possessed. Soon after that, she realized her calling was to pursue her art full time. She began studying sculpture while continuing to paint, and graduated with a degree in Fine Arts from Florida Atlantic University in 1991. The continuity in Carol's art, prints and posters revolves around her attraction to single objects. She brings life, freshness and harmony to each object she portrays. Not to limit herself, Carol also creates magnificent landscapes, often combining different subjects she encounters on her many travels. Her visually appealing large-scale works continue to sell out, earning her fans around the globe.

Carol is an incredibly diverse artist, seeing ideas, inventions, new projects, and new mediums everywhere around her. While always keeping painting art, prints and posters as her main focus, she continues to study other mediums and outlets to augment her creativity and keep that excitement alive in her work. Whether it's wood, metal, ceramics or glass, you never know what will catch her eye and be transformed into a work of art. Frequently taking classes in subjects as diverse as metal embossing, tile painting, drums and acting contributes to her versatility as an artist. When she's not in her studio painting or studying, Carol is traveling the world with her husband John, in search of adventure and inspiration. This talented and prolific artist currently maintains three studios in South Florida, where friends of the artist gather weekly to paint under the enclave of beautiful oak trees.

Carol Korpi McKinley Art, Prints and Posters Collection