ARTSCAPES: Meet Ryan Kelly

Ryan Michael Kelly, a 2004 photography graduate of the School of Visual Arts in New York City and recipient of the LE BOOK Prize, began his career shooting for Vogue, Vanity Fair and Elle international editions. He later worked with major brands including Nike, Maybelline, Pantene and Bloomingdale's. During the pandemic, he closed his Brooklyn studio and moved to Florida’s Gulf Coast to pursue painting full-time. Kelly now lives south of Tampa Bay in Venice, Florida, with his wife, Lauren, and their dog, Douglas.

What inspires you?

Kelly is inspired by people, the human condition and materialism. His work involves blending imagery influenced in part by his 25-year career as a fashion photographer.

Where can we see your work?

Gibson’s On Central (St. Petersburg, FL)

2636 Central Avenue

St. Petersburg, FL 33712