Meet the Artist

Cara K. Griffin is a sculptural painter whose work explores transformation, mythology, and the impermanence of existence.  


Through the use of unconventional materials such as smoke bombs, tree pulp, turmeric, and silver leaf, Griffin creates layered, multidimensional compositions that reflect the cycles of creation and dissolution.

Her practice is grounded in the interplay between materiality and meaning, where textures and forms emerge through processes of layering, torching, and reconstruction. These tactile surfaces reflect themes of fragility and resilience, inviting viewers to contemplate the tension between chaos and order. Inspired by Gestalt theory and mythological archetypes, Griffin’s work examines humanity’s desire to find coherence and belonging in an ever-changing world.

Griffin’s approach to art is deeply intuitive, informed by a heightened awareness of detail and context. This sensitivity underpins her exploration of form, offering viewers a space to reflect on the transient yet profound cycles that shape human experience.

Working from her studio in a 100-year-old pineapple cannery in Maui, Hawaii, Griffin draws inspiration from the natural world and the layered histories of her surroundings. Her creative process bridges the physical and the transcendent, inviting introspection and dialogue through every piece.