There is something beautiful about being inspired and being able to bring those inspirations to other people. As artists we have the distinct ability to be able to let people into our minds and hearts with images, sculptures, paintings and many more forms of art.
My work is done with acrylic paint, graphite drawings and some photography. Each piece created has its own meaning to me but, it excites me to think others might find even more or different meaning. In my work I play with the symbolism found in objects, animals and stories. I bring pieces of these symbols together to tell stories of faith, life and culture. I am inspired by my Christian faith, different artistic periods, particularly the Renaissance and stories I have heard growing up from my Native American grandmother. These stories were filled with superstitions, wonder and, most often, scary consequences. My work is very personal thus it speaks a great deal about my life thus far.
"Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might, for in the grave, where you are going, there is neither working nor planning nor knowledge nor wisdom. -- Ecclesiastes 9:10"
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Kayla Sheeley was born and raised in Omak, Washington. She is currently a junior at Washington State University obtaining her BFA with an emphasis in drawing and painting. Her pieces have been in many student shows at Washington State University including Spring and Fall Semester Juried Shows, the BFA Certified Show and the Wine and Cheese Show during Mom’s weekend at the Lewis Alumni Center. Her work is mainly acrylic paint on canvas or panel and graphite or charcoal. She is inspired by the Native American stories she was told growing up, mythology and mystic images, and her Christian faith.
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