Kayla Ackelson Show Notes

Kayla Ackleson is a versatile artist, writer, and interior stylist who uses art as a meditative outlet. She believes art and good design should be accessible to everyone. Kayla's work includes a variety of mediums, such as collage, photography, and painting. Her art is inspired by nature, memories, and the human experience. Creating art is a crucial part of her mental health journey, and she encourages others to find their own creative outlets. Kayla's work often incorporates orbs and vintage photographs, allowing the pieces to tell their own stories. Kayla Ackelson discusses the importance of writing down memories and making connections in her artwork. She emphasizes the subjective nature of art and the joy of hearing what viewers take from her pieces. Kayla also talks about how her work as an interior stylist and DIY enthusiast influences her art and vice versa. She believes that our spaces are important for our mental and physical health and enjoys helping people love their spaces more. Kayla shares her approach to making art affordable and accessible, including selling limited edition prints and offering sliding pay-what-you-wish scales for certain pieces. She encourages people to support living artists and make their homes a reflection of their personalities.

Website: https://www.kaylaackelson.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaylaackelson/?hl=en

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Chapters

00:00 The Intersection of Art and Design

06:35 Art as a Meditative Outlet

08:13 The Importance of Creative Outlets for Mental Health

12:29 Telling Stories Through Art

16:09 Inspiration from Nature, Memories, and the Human Experience

16:48 Exploring Orbs and Vintage Photographs in Art

18:02 Making Connections: Writing Memories in Art

19:06 Subjectivity in Art: Viewer Interpretation