Meet Kara, Founder of Empress & Easel

I’m Kara, the artist and guide behind Empress & Easel—a space devoted to reclaiming art as a sacred, heart-led path. For me, creating art is more than just making something beautiful; it’s a way of coming home to myself. It’s a practice of radical self-expression, of creating from the heart, and of taking back our creative sovereignty in a world that so often asks us to silence or shape ourselves to fit in.

Whether I’m making art, guiding others, or simply being in communion with nature, my work is rooted in joy, authenticity, and the deep belief that art can be a portal back to aliveness. I’m here to hold space for those ready to return to their own creative voice—not perfectly, but honestly—and to remember that making art isn’t about external validation. It’s about presence, soul, and the quiet courage to shine your light.