Kim Niles is a full-time Artist, Illustrator and Author. A working Artist since 1998, it wasn't until 2004 when Kim began to experiment with India inks and color pencils on scraps of watercolor paper, that she began the journey to developing her unique style of whimsical art & illustration. These small originals, affectionately referred to as “Mini Kini's”, are virtual snapshots of the way she sees and experiences the world around her.

In 2005, Kim licensed her KiniArt business and made it her full-time job. She sells her original works online through this website, Etsy and at a couple of other online venues. She does also enjoy painting with mixed media of acrylics, India inks, and watercolor pencils on canvas, however the majority of her studio time is spent on small scale illustrations on paper, such as the ones featured in her children's books.

KiniArt originals are in private collections throughout the US, Canada, and more than 10 other countries across the globe.

Kim lives on the beautiful Whidbey Island in WA state, working on custom orders, fabric designs, and her next children's book. Her work is now available in the Garry Oak Gallery in Oak Harbor, WA.