Join Ari at Up North Press on Thursday, Oct 1st from 5-8pm to Celebrate with us ~ 655 N Riverside Drive, Saukville, WI

I’m Ari Kohll (they/them), a 30 year old multidisciplinary artist from Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

20 months ago, I had to stop drinking to save my life. The ripples of change are still spreading. I left my career in social work to explore art and other community opportunities. I’m an abortion clinic escort, trained Abortion Doula, mikveh (Jewish ritual bath) guide, muralist, in the beginning stages of a Gender Affirming Doula training, and a member of the local LGBTQ+ chorus. My art and community engagement both focus on genuine connection through life’s transitions, and a compassionate relationship with the self.

This is an extremely Wisconsin month for me, including the Residency in Saukville, a week up north in Bayfield, and camping in Door County. I've lived what has felt like a lot of lives in my 9 years in this state, and I'm excited to explore UpNorth's resources to help translate my love for the people and nature of this state into new-to-me art styles.