About
Coris Evans is a visual artist based on Bundjalung Country in Byron Bay, Australia. She completed her Bachelor of Fine Arts (Hons) in 2008 and later went on to study a Master’s in Art Administration, following her work as a Research Assistant to an internationally respected curator and Artistic Director of London’s Serpentine Galleries.
Evans’ paintings, both playful and deeply sentimental, explore childhood memories and the pull of our material-driven culture. Her work reimagines everyday objects - like a treasured KFC Looney Tunes mug, the Nokia phone that defined her teenage years, or the comforting scent of her grandfather’s hair products - turning them into vivid portals of nostalgia. By bringing these familiar relics into focus, Evans invites viewers to reconnect with their own pasts, revealing the intimate links between memory, identity, and the objects that quietly shape who we become.
Evans is dedicated to incorporating sustainable materials into her art practice, always striving to use methods that are mindful of the environment. She carefully selects eco-friendly materials and practices, ensuring that her work minimises harm to the planet.
As an artist in 2025, Evans believes it is her responsibility to take accountability for how she creates art and aims to educate others on the importance of using environmentally and people-friendly materials. Through her work, she hopes to inspire others to consider the impact of their creative processes on the world around them.
“As an artist, I see creativity and responsibility as deeply intertwined. The materials I choose are not only tools to bring my ideas to life - but also a reflection of my dedication to the environment.”
Coris Evans lives and works on Bundjalung Country in Northern NSW, Australia. She acknowledges the Arakwal People of the Bundjalung Nation as the Traditional Owners of this land, paying respect to Elders past and present and honoring the enduring cultural and spiritual connection they have with this land.
