PōChis Bank

I’m a Chicago based visual artist working primarily in oil paints on canvas. In my artwork I explore human relationships and emotions in an honest and unashamed way.

My monochromatic, realistic figurative paintings investigate the energy and ecstasy of relationships, along with the often inevitable regret, loss, and loneliness.

I paint my subjects in natural candid moments, but as if they are on a stage. I’m interested in mood and posture, the play of light on their skin and clothes, and the shape of their shadows.

In much of my work, colorful words gently collide with the monochromatic people, adding a layer of narrative, context, feelings and cultural references.

BA: University of Michigan

MA: University of Chicago

Continuing Studies: School of the Art Institute of Chicago

2025:
The Other Art Fair: Chicago

2024:
Woman Made Gallery: “Small Works” Group Exhibition,
“Girlfriends” Group Exhibition, Chicago, IL

One-of-a-Kind Spring Art Fair, Solo Show, Merchandise Mart, Chicago, IL

Light Space Time, 14th Annual Figurative Art Exhibition, Special Recognition, Online

2022:
Lowline Lisas of Lakeview, Solo Outdoor Exhibit, Chicago, IL