Kelly Bjork’s illustrations put a witty twist on personal moments and intimacy.

Kelly Bjork grew up in Tacoma, Washington and graduated from Western Washington University in 2009 with a BFA in drawing and printmaking. Today she lives in Seattle where she works as a freelance illustrator. Together with Teresa Grassechi, she is running the paper goods company Pilgrim Paper Co. Her work is influenced by all the things around her. She can find inspiration in little details or intimate moments. Whether scenes in a sauna, bath or living room, all of her artworks are characterized by Kelly Bjork’s distinctive style. Check them out below! For more, please visit her website or follow this talented illustrator on Instagram.

Kelly Bjork, Butt Island, gouache and pencil on paper, 15 x 19 inches, 2017
Butt Island, gouache and pencil on paper, 15 x 19 inches, 2017
Kelly Bjork, Deep-Water Ladies, gouache and pencil on paper, 9 x 7 inches, 2016
Deep-Water Ladies, gouache and pencil on paper, 9 x 7 inches, 2016
Kelly Bjork, Singing Bowl Soak, gouache and pencil on paper, 19 x 15 inches, 2017
Singing Bowl Soak, gouache and pencil on paper, 19 x 15 inches, 2017
Kelly Bjork, Floral Arrangement, gouache and pencil on paper, 19 x 15 inches, 2017
Floral Arrangement, gouache and pencil on paper, 19 x 15 inches, 2017
Kelly Bjork, Head Rest, gouache and pencil on paper, 9 x 7 inches, 2016
Head Rest, gouache and pencil on paper, 9 x 7 inches, 2016
Kelly Bjork, Hot House After Hours, gouache and pencil on paper, 15 x 19 inches, 2016
Hot House After Hours, gouache and pencil on paper, 15 x 19 inches, 2016
Kelly Bjork, Table for Two, gouache and pencil on paper, 19 x 15 inches, 2016
Table for Two, gouache and pencil on paper, 19 x 15 inches, 2016
Kelly Bjork, Working on my poop-stance, gouache on paper, 6 x 6 inches, 2015
Working on my poop-stance, gouache on paper, 6 x 6 inches, 2015

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