Posts Tagged ‘Kelly McKernan’
Carmine Magazine: How would you define your style?
Kelly McKernan: I would call it a mix of whimsical, dreamy, surreal, illustrative, and curious. For years now, people who have watched me develop as an artist have said I have a very distinct style, but it wasn’t until a few months ago that I felt I was discovering it. It’s been an interesting experience, because each painting has revealed to me what kind of artist I am. It’s been a lot of fun uncovering that.
CM: What things inspire and influence you and your artwork?
KM: I am strongly inspired by words. I keep a large list of words that I find interesting and enjoy putting them together to fit in some sort of context. That is where most of the surrealistic aspects of my work are derived from. I am also inspired by dreams, music, and everyday quirks. Wikipedia, too. I love to research the items and ideas I intend to use in my work before I create the pieces.
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The OctopusME line is different because I have a much deeper connection with it. I think it is me accepting myself and not giving a shit about what others say or consider being creepy, sexual, gross, weird and even a bit dangerous. The octopus is cunning, sexy, mysterious and playful. It has the power to transform itself and regenerate itself just like I believe people do. It’s a celebration of life and nature. I believe it is an inspiration.
— , Carmine Magazine Interview
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