About
The mission of Toknu studio is to create, inspire, and spread positivity through vibrant art.
More about Tori
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Tori Knutsen is an artist based in Colorado, whose work spans across a wide variety of mediums. She creates with both traditional and digital media, having received her BFA in Graphic Design and Studio Art. Knutsen’s art has been shown nationally in universities, museums, and galleries. Currently, she works as a graphic designer while pursuing a career as a full-time artist.
Knutsen’s personal work delves into the complexities of identity, community, and gender. She expresses her ideas through the female form, plants, and symbolism. Knutsen fluctuates between illustrative and abstract designs, as she tunes into emotional and environmental inspiration. She values the practice of nurturing the creative spirit and honors it by kindling all facets of it.
In her free time, Knutsen is an explorer, amateur chef, teacher and mama to two kitties (Sophie and Momo). She enjoys spending time in nature to enrich her creativity. Knutsen is passionate about helping people foster their creativity and sourcing inspiration. She participates in teaching art to her local community, and plans to expand this passion in the future.
Meet the Team
The support crew that works diligently to oversee all studio operations and ensure maximum artist happiness (aka the personality hires)
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Queen Fluff
My sweet little lady. Fifteen years old but as playful as ever. Shy to strangers, but an absolute angel and will 100% let you rub her tummy.
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Director Claws
My baby boy. He’s a crazy three year old that keeps Sophie active (and at times annoyed) and our home full of life, kitty cries, and good cuddles. Expert biscuit-maker.
Environmental Responsibility
Use of recycled materials; papers, mailers, frames, and tools.
Reuse materials for packaging.
Make paper from scraps of paper, paper ads, envelopes, receipts, cardboard, etc.
Sell ‘oops’ prints instead of throwing them away
Refill ink pens and paint markers
Use glass dip pens to reduce the plastic waste of pens
Donate to and buy art supplies from Arts/Crafts Supply Donation stores
Print with love and care at home to reduce inventory and waste
Recycle ink cartridges.
Trash and waste are an unfortunate reality of art-making. Paint tubes, solvents, paper, sketchbooks, packaging, and more. All of this adds up; therefore, I am very mindful of how I can reduce, reuse, and recycle all supplies that I possibly can. I do my very best to act with the environment in mind in my business.
For supplies, I purchase directly from suppliers that share my values of treating the earth with utmost care. I strive to work entirely with and purchase from businesses that respect people and the planet.
Some earth friendly practices of mine include the following:
