Kelly Mantle: From Fan Art to Hollywood Flyer

Digital Art & Collaboration (Circa 2016)

In 2016, I had a chance encounter with Kelly Mantle at the Park Bar in Oklahoma City. This was shortly after her memorable run on Season 6 of RuPaul’s Drag Race, where she had become a breakout favorite for her Hollywood pedigree and 'bacon' comedy bit. Seeing her secretly hanging out in such a casual setting was a shock, but approaching her led to a genuine connection. After she kindly shared a photo and a hug with me, we stayed in touch via Facebook.

I eventually emailed her a piece of fan art I had created, capturing her unique aesthetic. To my surprise, she didn't just love the image—she put it to work. Kelly began using my artwork as a featured flyer for her Hollywood events and promoted it across her social media platforms. Seeing my work transition from a personal tribute to a professional promotional tool in the Hollywood scene was a pivotal moment. It proved that my art had the power to reach the creators who inspired it and play a role in their professional world.

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The work above represent twenty-one years of editorial and visual exploration. While these archives remain for study, I am no longer accepting general commissions for any fine art, photography or design.

My creative energy is currently dedicated exclusively to Intuitive Discourse and Foundational Projects.