I started doing vendor events in my area, offering only handpainted signs. One of the first "big" events I did was the Taylorsville Apple Festival and it rained like crazy that day. Needless to say, it broke me in real well to the vendor life.

This was a HUGE turning point in my career as an artist. In 2019 I went on a mission trip with my church to Romania. We went and stayed with the Finding Hope Ministries. This ministry holds a special place in my heart for many reasons but that's a story for another time. I went on this trip to be with the kids and help work on the missionary quarters, I had zero intentions or expectations to paint. They knew I was an artist and one day they asked if I wanted to paint on the walls. At this point, I had never painted on a large scale. The largest I had done was a big canvas. I was intimidated to say the least, but I did it! This opened up a whole new avenue for my business when I realized I was capable of painting on a larger scale! Before I even got back to the States I had two mural jobs lined up.

I ditched "Art By Keyley Shae" and "Keyley Shae Design Co" was born! This was when I made the transition from a little, fun, side hustle, to a professional business.

I graduated college with an associate in Advertising and Graphic Design

I made the transition from only selling on Etsy to opening my very own website!

I celebrated 5 years in business. Since 2018 I told myself if I could just make it to my 5 year anniversary then I knew I could make it and I did! We are still going strong and every day I thank God for this gift and all he has given me! I will never take any of this for granted!

Well, this is where it all started. When I was around 4 years old my mom would take me to paint ceramics every week, just me and her. It was our thing. We would paint all the time. Growing up my mom always encouraged the artistic side of me. Displaying my artwork, even at a very young age. The plate you see in this picture is a plate that my dad made with my handprint as a surprise for Mom. The surprise was spoiled since we went and painted pottery all the time mom saw the finished plate before Dad had a chance to pick it up. 

In a way, this studio is a tribute to my mom. Without both of my parents who knows where or what I would be doing today!! BUT, because God is good and my parents are the most encouraging and supportive people, I am where I am today.