About Coko
Eclectic in both medium and subject matter, Coko works across oil, acrylic, watercolor, and pastel. She paints on wood, linen panels, canvas, paper, and musical instruments—bringing together her visual art and musical practice. Her subjects range from landscapes and portraits to still lifes, expressed through styles that include realism, impressionism, expressionism, and abstraction. In addition to painting, she also creates work using wood, glass, clay, textiles, fibers, and found objects..
Coko has taken part in both group exhibitions and solo shows in San Diego and Tucson over the years. Though self-taught, she remains committed to developing her craft, continually expanding her knowledge and skills through workshops—both formal and informal—as well as through collaboration with fellow artists and teaching.
Music is another of Coko’s passions. She is a vocalist who also plays guitar, bass, and indigenous flutes. She performs both solo and with a number of groups, and has experience spanning a wide variety of musical styles.
Artist statement
My approach to art is multidirectional. Working across different mediums—and sometimes combining them—opens possibilities that a singular focus might not. While this path isn’t always embraced in professional art circles, it doesn’t deter me; I continue to stretch my creative boundaries as far as I can. I believe every medium holds its own kind of magic, and I’m continually surprised by what emerges through diverse forms of expression.
Nature is a constant source of inspiration. I closely observe my surroundings, seeking to capture moments that move me to create. I’m also drawn to exploring human nature in my work. The world as I experience it is ever-changing and far too expansive to be contained within a single form.
Creating art allows me to communicate with others beyond words, through a visual and intuitive language.
