Early on Kari Visscher (b. 1982) knew she loved arts and science. Having grown up with a mother and uncle who were general practitioners, the medical profession was an integral part of her world. She straddled both the arts and sciences throughout her life eventually completing a Master's degree in Biomedical Communications and a Medical degree. Drawn to the visual subspecialties of medicine, Kari became a Radiologist and is currently an Adjunct professor at McMaster University. Her series of Radiology paintings and associated research has been presented at international medical conferences and published in peer reviewed medical journals. She is an elected member of the Ontario Society of Artists which is the oldest existing professional art society in Canada. Her work has been internationally recognized in prestigious art competitions including the ARC Salon, Figurativas, ModPortrait and the Kingston Prize, and in esteemed publications including Fine Art Connoisseur, American Art Collector and The Guide Artists.

ARTIST’S STATEMENT

I am an artist, radiologist and mother. Art provides the space to slow down and reflect on the life within and around me. The mindfulness gained in each step of creative process is an opportunity to recenter, take a breath, process emotions and express in a way that can create beauty even from a place of unpleasantness. I gravitate toward moments of childhood innocence, love of family, and human connection.