Karina Bania
Founder and Co-CEO

Created at the intersection of art and life, Karina Bania co-founded Cluster Art as a way to bring everyday memories and art together, helping people curate their best life. Karina received her BS in management from San Diego State University, with additional studies in visual arts at UCSD. Interested in the many faucets of art and design, Karina has been licensing and selling her artwork to retail boutiques across the US and abroad. Her paintings have been featured in marketplaces like Restoration Hardware and Land of Nod. Mother to two young girls, Karina is also passionate about arts education for children.

Tara Coles
Founder and Co-CEO

Tara Coles co-founded Cluster Art as a way to empower creativity through entrepreneurship. Tara holds a BS in Psychology from Haverford College, and an MD from GW School of Medicine. After serving as Chief Resident, practicing as an attending ER physician, and developing high-level leadership and managerial skills, Tara decided to return to her life-long love of the arts. Coming from a family of successful entrepreneurs, Tara is sustained by the adventure of building an innovative and collaborative business. In addition to her appreciation for the creative spirit, she find endless joy in parenting her four children, promoting imagination, and supporting the arts.

Amber Barkley
Designer

Amber’s love for all things creative led her to a career in graphic design. Shortly after graduating from San Diego State University, she began working as a designer for Cluster Art. In her spare time, she also enjoys creating designs for Minted, and Society6. She describes her artistc style as modern, colorful, and fun, and considers her niece and nephews to be her greatest source of inspiration. When she is not designing, you can find her spending time with family and friends, playing with her dog, or out and about, exploring beautiful San DIego, CA.