Kelly Blevins 'Morning Glory' Original Available

Artist: Kelly Blevins
Title: Morning Glory
Medium: Charcoal + Pencil on Wood Panel
Size: 40 x 30 Inches
Edition: UNIQUE
Price: $2,800

Kelly Blevins, a Pittsburgh-based visual artist who sometimes uses the alias Delta, is a self-taught two-dimensional artist widely recognized for her large-scale, detailed charcoal drawings. Born in Tucson, Arizona, in 1984, she primarily grew up in Ohio before moving to Pittsburgh, where her artistic career blossomed. Her work delves into profound themes related to the human condition, incorporating symbolic imagery that explores transformation, vulnerability, resilience, and the subconscious. The artist uses herself as a frequent model to create a universal figure, allowing viewers to personally connect with the raw emotions and concepts presented in her art.

Blevins' art is deeply personal, influenced by her observations of her mother's battle with degenerative progressive multiple sclerosis, which spurred her to spend countless hours drawing as a form of escape and analysis of life. She primarily uses charcoal on paper, a medium she favors for its raw and fragile style that complements the integrity of her work, often employing a precise cross-hatch method without blending tools to build intimate detail and a meditative state during creation. Her pieces are often larger than she is physically, making bold statements on universal concepts and social stigmas surrounding nudity, politics, and philosophies.

The artist has exhibited her work both nationally and internationally, with shows in the United States and the United Kingdom. In addition to her studio work, she has experience as a local muralist and currently serves as a gallery assistant at The Andy Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh. Blevins aims to evoke insightfulness and reflection in her audience, creating art that has a strong presence and encourages thought on matters like abuse and the silent struggles people endure. Her artistic journey is guided by a philosophy of continuous learning and embracing the freedom to grow and challenge perceptions of the world.