Colleen Stiles

Colleen Stiles is a graphic designer and illustrator from Tulsa, OK. Colleen is the current president of the Tulsa Artists’ Coalition. She received her BFA from Oklahoma State University in 1997. Stiles’ work explores the intersection of the natural world and the subconscious. Through drawing, sculpture, and ceramics, she creates visual narratives that evoke emotion and intrigue. Her pen and ink drawings delve into rich landscapes populated by creatures both real and imagined, where intricate details and a sense of wonder intertwine. In sculpture, she utilizes a variety of materials, including plaster, found objects, and clay, to construct figurative forms that embody an organic quality. Stiles strives to create a sense of tension, movement or intrigue. Her artistic process is intuitive, allowing the work to evolve organically as she engages with the materials. Ultimately, she seeks to create pieces that resonate with viewers on a visceral level, inviting contemplation and sparking the imagination.