Welcome to Oekaki Princeton — the creative world of artist Kyoko Bartley.
Discover one-of-a-kind pet portraits, custom character art, and Japanese-inspired illustrations that bring joy, beauty, and meaning into your life.
Based in Princeton, New Jersey, Kyoko blends traditional fine art techniques with a warm, personal touch.
Whether you’re looking for custom watercolor commissions, handmade gifts, or lucky symbol artwork featuring Red Fuji, koi fish, or dragons, you’ll find something truly special here.
Every piece is hand-drawn with love — perfect for unique gifts, meaningful home décor, or adding a spark of personality to your everyday space.
Let art tell your story. Let it brighten your day.
Now accepting custom commissions.
Explore the gallery or visit our shop at Princeton Makes.
How about a one-of-a-kind, hand-drawn piece of art?
Award-winning artist Kyoko Bartley creates each piece with heartfelt dedication to her clients.
Animal and pet portraits
Simply send a photo, and choose from pastel, detailed colored pencil, charcoal sketch, watercolor, or acrylic. You can also select your preferred size.
Portraits
Capture special memories of your child or family. Simply send a photo, and select from pastel, detailed colored pencil, charcoal sketch, watercolor, or acrylic, as well as your preferred size.
Character art
She has experience in comic art, character design, and official character product design. Why not commission a unique character design for your comic, video, or product?
Japanese art
With a signature blend of daring design and delicate skill, Kyoko creates personalized artworks based on each client’s request.
Interior art
Whether you need a bold focal point or a subtle accent, Kyoko will create abstract art that complements your home’s style and energy.
From single-piece artworks to multi-panel series
Kyoko offers a wide range of custom options to suit your needs. Her extensive knowledge and experience help bring vibrant, meaningful art into your home or office. Explore our portfolio to see a variety of past works.
Portfolio
Online Shops
Press Features
Coverage in Japanese and U.S. Media
Canvas revel Magazine
U.S. 1 Princeton
TAP into Princeton
Princeton Online
マイナビニュース 様
まいどなニュース
Yahooニュース 様
Grape Trend 様
Withnews 様
Franklin Township Public Library Homepage
Franklin Reporters and Advocate Facebook Live
Live today at the Franklin Township Library on DeMott Lane with January Adams/Library Director of Services, and guest artist Franklin resident Kyoko Bartley #artistcgjny
Somerset County Library System of New Jersey Homepage
Franklin Park Resident Displays Art at the Mary Jacobs branch
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San Diego Town 様
Past Exhibitions
She has participated in solo and group exhibitions, as well as vendor events, primarily in central New Jersey.
Monroe Township Library Art Gallery Solo Show Nov – Dec 2024
Franklin Township Not Quite Wine & Cheese Art Opening October 5th 2024
Lawrence Headquarter Library September 2nd – 30th 2024
Princeton Art Bazaar May 3rd 2024
Montgomery Library January 2nd – 31st 2024
Princeton Japanese Association Art Gallery Exhibition November 2023
Franklin Township Public Library April – May 2023
Montgomery Library March 1st – 31st 2023
Lawrence Headquarter Library December 1st – 30th 2022
Princeton Japanese Association Art Gallery Exhibition October 2022
Bridgewater Public Library October 3rd – 30th 2022
Small World Coffee Solo Show June 8th – July 7th 2022
Franklin Township Public Library March – May 2022
Mary Jacobs Library February 2022
Franklin Township Public Library Nov 2021 – January 2022
Small World Coffee Solo Show February 2020
Franklin Park Public Library August – October 2019
Princeton Japanese Association One Day Art Gallery Exhibition October 2019
Princeton Japanese Association One Day Art Gallery Exhibition May 2018
Press Release
Press Release:
Kyoko Bartley Solo Exhibition to Open at Monroe Township Library Art Gallery (November 2024)
Press Release: NJ ARTIST KYOKO BARTLEY’S LATEST ART DISPLAY
AT MERCER COUNTY LIBRARY LAWRENCE HEADQUARTERS BRANCH (December 2022)
Press Release: NJ Artist Kyoko Bartley’s Latest art Display at Bridgewater Library (October 2022)
Press Release: NJ Artist Kyoko Bartley’s Latest Art Display at Small World Coffee (June 2022)
Press Release: NJ Artist Kyoko Bartley’s Art Display at Franklin Township Public Library, Somerset, NJ (March 2022)
Press Release: The Artwork of Kyoko Bartley Exhibition at Small World Coffee at Witherspoon (February 2020)
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