Education
- Otis College of Art and Design, 2012
Bio and Affiliation
Kohshin Finley, a native Angeleno and Otis alum, has been steeped in creative expression since childhood, raised by artist and fashion designer parents who nurtured his early immersion in the arts. His multidisciplinary practice, anchored in grayscale oil portraiture and handcrafted ceramic vessels, centers on intimate portrayals of family and community. Each work is thoughtfully framed within intricately built walnut altars, offering a space of reverence and reflection. Across mediums, Finley’s work challenges the viewer to engage with the profound power of presence, and to honor those whose stories are too often overlooked.
Recent solo exhibitions include Hummingbird at Barbati Gallery (Venice, IT) and Eight Artworks at Various Small Fires (Dallas, TX). Last year, a career-defining work by Finley was acquired by the Hammer Museum for its permanent collection.
