Ep 24 | Dark Art and Surreal Visions with Brett Kelley
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In this episode, I chat with Brett Kelley, an incredible artist whose gothic and Halloween-inspired work totally resonates with me. We talk about everything from his journey growing up with ADHD, to embracing his individuality through art, martial arts, and goth culture. Brett shares his unique experiences working in creative fields like stunt performing, makeup artistry, and how his love for spooky themes shaped his artistic style. We also bond over our shared love for heavy metal and alternative music, and Brett gives us a sneak peek into his upcoming projects, including his Surreal Estate series and enamel pins. It's a super fun, nostalgic, and inspiring conversation about embracing who you are and creating art that speaks to your soul!
Episode Highlights:
- The Challenges of Finding Acceptance as Goth Kids
- Embracing Personal Interests Professionally
- From Circus Performer to Artist
- Favorite Bands and Music Influence
- Shared Experiences and Parallel Lives
- Finding Inspiration in Music and Pop Culture
- Staying True to Yourself as an Artist
- The Fascination with Enamel Pins
- Exploring Creativity through Surreal Estate
- The Importance of Authenticity in Art
- Upcoming Projects and Exciting Ventures
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MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
- Brett Kelley
- Facebook https://www.facebook.com/brett.kelley.7737
- Facebook Artwork https://www.facebook.com/BKArtMerc
- Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bkartworks
- Online Shop https://ko-fi.com/bkartworks
- Music: Gravity Kills, Static-X, Dope, Korn, Disturbed, Nine Inch Nails, Coal Chamber, Head PE, Smashing Pumpkins, Garbage
- Kyle Pasciutti of Decimated Designs
- Surreal Estate
- The Brooklyn Art Museum, Sketchbook Museum
- The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures in Tuscon
- Monster Arts Project
- RPM Fest
- Epic Sages
- Gore Folkfest 2024
Photos of the above can be found in the accompanying blog post at https://amityalexandrajewelry.com/blogs/the-gothic-heart/episode24
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