In this episode, we sit down with the vibrant and visionary Marjorie ‘Ocho’ Kouns—a globally recognized artist, cultural connector, and creative powerhouse based in Atlanta, GA. With over 40 years of experience creating public art installations across the world—from Berlin and Istanbul to New York City and Hong Kong—Marjorie transforms everyday spaces into interactive experiences that invite wonder, joy, and community connection.
Best known for her whimsical Well-Lit Chess Pieces in NYC’s Washington Square Park and her recent colorful lampshade series that turns park lights into cozy outdoor living rooms, Marjorie’s work celebrates the power of art to engage, inspire, and activate the public.
Her creative journey is anything but ordinary. A multilingual voice actor, coach, body painter, visual artist, and now a Communications Dispatcher for the Atlanta Police Department, Marjorie continues to embody reinvention, resilience, and radiant self-expression.
Marjorie is a Fucking Cool Woman because she lives at the intersection of art, community, and fearless creativity. She embodies Respect, Encourage, Celebrate by inviting people of all ages and backgrounds to not just view art—but to participate in it. With Marjorie, creativity isn’t just a career—it’s a lifestyle, a legacy, and a love language.
Here are Marjorie's Links
https://www.instagram.com/marjoriekouns/
https://www.facebook.com/marjorie.kouns/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/marjorieochokouns/
http://www.marjorieochokouns.com
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