Welcome to Kelly's Art From the Soul
Original artwork by Kelly Simpson Hagen
Who I am..
I began painting with my grandmother at an early age and have been creating art ever since. I like to use a lot of rich, vibrant colors. Most people tell me my use of colors draw them to my work. I love painting women and trees. I paint women of all cultures as the warriors they are, whether in activism, motherhood, friendship, or being a source of strength for so many. And in painting trees, they remind me to stay grounded and to draw from my roots.
People, travel, color and music all inspire me; it may be a powerful lyric in a song, a person’s life story, or something as simple as a beautiful Oregon day. I want my paintings to make people happy, empowered and at peace. I hope you enjoy my work and that it makes your soul sing!
I see art as a form of therapy for my soul, which is where the name “Kelly’s Art From the Soul” came from. I currently live, teach, and paint in Portland, Oregon.
Here is my newest painting titled,
"Tree of Hope."
This painting is in honor of all of the young people persevering through distance learning and the pandemic. Kindergarteners to grad students, they are pushing forward with hope towards a better tomorrow. They are so inspiring and full of hope and love.
Prints are available on my Etsy page at -
https://www.etsy.com/listing/928953679/tree-of-hope-original-print-celebrating
"Kids of Courage" prints now for sale!
This is another new painting in honor of all of our amazing kids, that are showing us what true change looks like, and that it starts from the ground up with individuals, and together we can do anything. They are persevering through distance learning, a pandemic and are speaking out against the social inequities we face in our nation. I could not be prouder of our future generations and this is to honor of them!
https://www.etsy.com/listing/924187795/kids-of-courage-8x8-inspirational-print
Pour Parties! Come play with paint and color to make your very own piece of abstract art!
***Contact me for updated information due to COVID-19.
I host paint pour parties for kids and adults! No art experience necessary! See link below for more information.
Kelly's Paint Pour Recipe
Download my recipe if you would like to try acrylic pouring for yourself!