FIBER ARTISTS
Morgan Shock
A textile artist based in Colorado, who finds joy in every step of the fiber process—spinning, dyeing, weaving, and teaching—with a special love for working with fiber. You can follow her journey on Instagram @morganfiberart.
“I was thrilled to collaborate with an alpaca sanctuary! I’ve always embraced being different—and my approach to weaving is no exception. I love working with 100% pure alpaca, celebrating its natural beauty and versatility. Working with Kari has been a joy; she truly encourages artists to create with freedom.”
Allison Stewart
A fiber artist and inventive pattern designer, who brings a love of knitting, crochet, animals, and coffee into everything she creates. With a special fondness for natural fibers—especially alpaca—she finds magic in the act of making. You can shop her work at loopycatcrochet.etsy.com and follow along on Instagram @loopycatcrochet.
“Working with Kari’s alpaca yarn is grounding and magical. It connects me to generations of makers before me—softly slipping through my fingers like memory. I first collaborated with Kari nearly a decade ago, and I’m honored to be part of this creative adventure once again—supporting the sanctuary and stitching a little more softness into the world.”
VISUAL ARTISTS
Brandon Hayman
A comic artist, illustrator, and quiet observer of the world. Born and raised in Louisiana, much of his work is shaped by Southern storytelling, dry humor, and the magic hidden in everyday moments.
He’s the creator of The After Death—a comic about ghosts, friendship, and finding your way—and has illustrated everything from Poe adaptations to children’s books. When I asked if he’d contribute to this project, he said yes the way true friends do.
Follow his creative world at brandonhayman.com or on Instagram @brandonhayman.
Kimberly Ort
Bold color, raw emotion, and a perspective larger than life—her work radiates a feeling you can almost touch. A passionate LGBTQ+ activist and animal advocate, her art is rooted in empathy and equality for all beings.
“I’ll always be an evolving artist and human. What matters most to me is standing up for those who are overlooked—people, animals, anyone left behind. When Kari asked me to collaborate, it was a no-brainer. I chose Anise because I’m drawn to those who aren’t picked first, but should be.”
You can follow her journey and advocacy on Instagram @berlyort.
John Reilly
Turning darkness into light—literally—he discovered light painting after being diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson’s at 40. Skating alone at night in custom-built light suits, he transforms movement into luminous trails across frozen landscapes.
“Light painting while skating feels like flying,” he says. “It’s one of the few times I feel at home in my body—graceful, unfettered.”
His work is a meditation on motion, resilience, and radiant light. Follow his journey on Instagram @johnnyvu02.