About

Hi, I'm Grace Kelley, an artist working across painting, sculpture, and illustration. My work is inspired by people, relationships, humor, and the small moments that make everyday life feel meaningful. Whether I'm creating colorful figurative illustrations, oil paintings, or sculptural objects, I'm drawn to expressive lines, bold color, and imperfect forms that feel human and relatable.

Alongside my studio practice, I enjoy working with my hands and bringing ideas into physical form through fabrication. I have experience working with wood, acrylic, clay, and exhibition materials, and I'm interested in the space where fine art, design, and functional objects overlap. My background includes gallery operations, art handling, conservation, and installation, which has given me a strong appreciation for craftsmanship, problem-solving, and collaborative creative environments.

At the heart of everything I make is a desire to create work that feels playful, thoughtful, and connected to everyday experiences.

Exhibitions

111th Gold Medal Exhibition, Group Exhibition, 2024, Scarab Club, Detroit, MI

Nest, Group Exhibition, 2024, Center Galleries, Detroit, MI

With Her, Group Exhibition, 2024, Chloe Monroe Galleries, Detroit, MI

Hot Dam! Group Exhibition, 2024, Detroit Artists Market, Detroit, MI

Changes with Exposure, Group Exhibition, 2024, University Art Gallery, Pittsburgh, PA

The Art of the Living, Group Exhibition, 2023, The Oaklander, Pittsburgh, PA

Idyll, Group Exhibition, 2023, Red Fish Bowl Gallery, Pittsburgh, PA