What do you get when you cross retro vibes with ecological magic and throw in some seriously large paintbrushes?
You get Kell Sunshine aka Kelly Spencer – and this conversation will leave you inspired to think bigger (literally).
Kelly is a muralist, letterer, and illustrator from New Zealand who's spent 17 years creating vibrant work that celebrates the interconnectedness of all living beings. Her distinctive style features lush, retro-inspired colour palettes and flowing, curvaceous forms, often centred around soil-sorceress protagonists that embody the earth's wisdom and magic.
With over 250 clients and 50+ murals across six countries, her portfolio spans everything from album covers to tarot cards, gig posters, jigsaw puzzles, and beverage labels.
In this episode, Kelly spills on combining passions, photographing your work, pitching your first mural, what happens when you develop "blank wall syndrome" (seeing mural potential everywhere), her 17-year secret to staying creatively motivated, and finding the willingness to ask "hey, can I paint that?”
Fair warning: after listening, you might find yourself eyeing up every blank surface like it's your next masterpiece waiting to happen.
Connect with Kelly Spencer:
Instagram: @kell.sunshine
Website: kellsunshine.com
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