Hey there, I'm Shelly Kay

I believe that the disconnection between the disparate parts of self is what causes dis-ease within society. The items I use directly represent this in my mixed media pieces; each work is another facet of the kaleidoscope of the self merging into wholeness, rejecting the normative standards set by society. Texture is often the focal point of my work and I am obsessed with how different materials react with each other; the tactility and grit of lace juxtaposed against a smooth wash of color for instance. Or a bit of broken jewelry in betwixt beads, paper, leaves & twigs, or some found object. I use acrylics, watercolor, oil sticks, and ink to create layers of personality. You’ll often find bits of sparkling glitter or jewels emerging from the depth representing the hidden truths of your soul.