Kelly Lawler is a Philadelphia based artist and maker, an MFA 2023 graduate from the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, Kelly’s practice is centered around the energy that connects us with a focus on public art and social engagement. After receiving a BFA from Virginia Commonwealth University, Kelly was a Graphic Designer for about 10 minutes, she hated it. The next three decades, Kelly continued seeking; falling into technology as a project manager, and moving around the country, building teams and communities in Atlanta, Salt Lake and Seattle. After returning to Pennsylvania to be closer to family and landing in Philly, Kelly had a massive spiritual awakening which drove her to pivot back to art. A few short months later Kelly was fully embraced in all things PAFA. Living each day with the knowingness of how the universe works, Kelly leans into her healing, and the creating of spaces for others to do the same.