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“you can(‘t) take the girl out of the city…”
CAN
The journey is the destination, stopping at small towns in between…
Illinois/Iowa border-Love this sign
To see more photos, check out on my Instagram account at kelly_pelka_art.
At the Iowa/ Nebraska border, I've got Tom Petty in my head..."Into the Big Wide Open".
“you can(‘t) take the girl out of the city…”
CAN’T
Life goes by fast. Before you know it and if you live long enough, you’ll find yourself half out of your mind at a TA stop talking to random strangers about half truths. Problems exist no matter where you go…
Enjoy life while you can and try not to worry too much.
To see more photos, check out on my Instagram account at kelly_pelka_art
"metamorphosis.."
I’m gonna drive all night
Take some speed
I’m gonna wait for the sun
To shine down on me
I cut a hole in my roof
The shape of a heart
And I’m goin’ out west
Where they’ll appreciate me
-Tom Waits
It’s always the right time for change and growth, but especially now, so I’m following through with a longtime goal:
To have a live/work space in Portland Oregon. For the next 9 months, starting September 2nd, 2013, I’ll be between Portland (as well as other parts of the west coast) and Chicago working on art, teaching workshops and experience being immersed in nature. I’ll see if the aesthetics of my environment affect my thoughts, behavior and my art making process.
In writing this blog, “you can(‘t) take the girl out of the city…”, I’m documenting the changes, the sameness and all the experiences in between that occur through photos, art, stories and random thoughts.
CAN or CAN’T
Everything all at once. We’ll see how this goes…
Buford Wyoming- Population 1
I’m tracking my 9 month Oregon adventure in a blog titled, “you can(‘t) take the girl out of the city…”
I took tons of photos on the road trip out, starting in my hometown Chicago and will continue to document my experiences to Oregon and throughout my stay.
To see more photos, check out on my Instagram account at kelly_pelka_art.
20!
I’ll have a piece up at Delilah’s, one of my favorite Chicago bars, for their 20th anniversary on 8/29! Yep, 20 years. Thanks to owner Mike Miller for all the love.
Stop by tonight between 4pm-2am and show your love for one of Chicago’s finest establishments.
"it only looks that way..."
Whatever I’m up to…I’m always sketching in between. Maybe this will turn into a painting?
Skull Junkies Info
I’ll have a few new pieces available at Royal Flesh Tattoo for a group show titled “Skull Junkies”!
Opening reception Saturday 8/31 from 7pm-MidnightCurated by my good friends Ken Carrano and Joseph Rade
Click on the flyer for a larger view of the details!
Mad Art Gallery, St. Louis
I love St. Louis, so I’m excited to participate in a group show at Mad Art Gallery. Located in the historic Soulard neighborhood, this funky venue is a renovated 1930’s Police Station complete with jail cell! I’ll be there for the opening, so if you’re in the area, come by and say hi.
MAD ART GALLERY PRESENTS:
Kelly D. Pelka (paranoidgirl)
Bella Harris
Caroline Philippone
Opening reception on Friday 8/2, from 7-11pm
Free admission, cash bar.
Mad Art Gallery
2727 S. 12th St.
St. Louis, MO
Check the link for more details.
"tension..."
I’m on the panel for the July ASE 5 year anniversary event! Stop by between 6-11pm to check out live art by:
Kelly D. Pelka (paranoidgirl)
Joey Potts
Revise cmw
Anjali Bahl
Jeremy Pettis
Matthew Bremer
For more information check the Link for Atomic Sketch Event.
ASE is located at:
Green Eye Lounge
2403 W. Homer
Chicago, IL
Art Opening at Spex on 6/7!
ART + VISION
Stop by Spex on Friday June 7th, between 5-8pm to view my art along with a trunk show by l.a. Eyeworks!
Spex
5408 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60640
For more info, check the Link to Spex