Color, Creativity & Collecting with Kristi Kohut of Hapi Art

In this inspiring episode of Boulevard Beat, Meghan and Liz sit down with Kristi Kohut—founder of Hapi Art and a celebrated visual artist known for her joyful use of color and pattern. Kristi opens up about her journey from growing up near a forest preserve in suburban Chicago to becoming one of today’s most sought-after contemporary artists.Kristi talks about the importance of art in the home, how to begin an art collection that feels personal, and the power of letting intuition lead your choices—whether you’re decorating or creating. Kristi shares how Instagram helped launch her career, her thoughts on accessible art, and what it’s like balancing motherhood, business, and creativity.Whether you’re a designer, collector, or someone curious about how to add art to your life, this episode is filled with insight, encouragement, and a touch of the bold joy that defines Kristi’s work.Start with What You LoveKristi encourages new collectors to trust their gut. Whether it's color, emotion, or memory, if a piece speaks to you, that’s the perfect place to begin.Art Should Be AccessibleThrough her own journey—launching on Instagram and selling directly—Kristi believes beautiful, meaningful art shouldn't be reserved for galleries alone. There’s room for everyone to be a collector.Your Home Should Reflect YouArt is a powerful way to infuse personality into a space. Kristi  discuss how a single piece can transform a room and tell your unique story.Creativity is a Daily PracticeKristi shares how she carves out time to create regularly, often drawing inspiration from nature, color, and her own emotional landscape. Even 20 minutes of focused time matters.Balance is Always EvolvingAs a mother, business owner, and artist, Kristi talks candidly about the ebb and flow of balancing it all—and giving yourself permission to not do it perfectly.Save 15% site wide at ⁠www.houseofblum.com⁠ with promo code beat15!Or you can use this link- ⁠https://houseofblum.com/discount/beat15⁠!Connect with the Hosts ⁠https://www.instagram.com/boulevardbeatpodcast/⁠ Connect with Meghan Blum Interiors ⁠https://www.instagram.com/meghanbluminteriors/⁠Connect with House of Blum ⁠https://www.instagram.com/shophouseofblum/⁠ Connect with Krissa Rossbund. ⁠https://www.instagram.com/krissa_rossbund/⁠ Connect with Liz Lidgett ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lizlidgett/⁠ Episode Website ⁠https://www.blvdbeat.com/about⁠ Save 15% site wide at ⁠www.houseofblum.com⁠ with promo code beat15!Or you can use this link- ⁠https://houseofblum.com/discount/beat15⁠!Connect with the Hosts ⁠https://www.instagram.com/boulevardbeatpodcast/⁠ Connect with Meghan Blum Interiors ⁠https://www.instagram.com/meghanbluminteriors/⁠Connect with House of Blum ⁠https://www.instagram.com/shophouseofblum/⁠ Connect with Krissa Rossbund. ⁠https://www.instagram.com/krissa_rossbund/⁠ Episode Website ⁠https://www.blvdbeat.com/about⁠