Kristen Bukowski

Kristen Bukowski is an Instructor and Affiliate in the Department of Art and Art History at Colorado State University (College of Liberal Arts). She specializes in fibers, with a focus on dyed and woven linen textiles for functional and artistic applications. Her work has been exhibited in Colorado venues including Estes Park, Denver, Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and Fort Collins, and featured on the Textile Arts Center blog.

Education:

• BA in Art from Colorado College
• MFA in Fibers from Colorado State University

Artistic Practice: Kristen creates textiles for tables, clothing, and interior spaces. Her practice integrates weaving, printing, and drawing techniques. She also apprenticed at Oehme Graphics in Steamboat Springs, enhancing her technical skills in textile arts.

Research & Exhibitions: Her work bridges functional craft and fine art, exploring materiality and form through linen-based mediums. Recent exhibitions reflect her commitment to both utilitarian and aesthetic textile expressions.

Advising & Grants: No formal advising roles or grant information is documented in the provided materials.

Labs/Teams: No affiliated research groups or labs are mentioned.