GemInEye Fine Art
Symbolic drawings in colored pencil on black paper, where light, memory, and meaning rise slowly from the dark.
Light out of Darkness
I create symbolic colored‑pencil drawings on black paper, using light to reveal objects that feel inherited, long kept, or quietly meaningful. My work blends surreal realism with atmospheric details inspired by nature, memory, and the small rituals that shape our inner worlds. Birds, aged metals, crowns, eggshells, and worn objects appear throughout my pieces as recurring symbols, each one carrying its own quiet story. These drawings explore the space between the seen and the unseen, inviting viewers to slow down and notice the subtle details that rise through stillness.
Based in Oregon, Kim Kelley creates fine art drawings that merge symbolism and realism through colored pencil on black paper.
Her work is available as limited‑edition prints and original pieces currently for sale in the gift shops at:
PENDLETON CENTER FOR THE ARTS
214 North Main Street, Pendleton, OR 97801
and
GALLERY AT THE PARK / ALLIED ARTS ASSOCIATION 89 Lee Boulevard, Richland, WA 99352
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I draw from the things I notice and remember. My work is symbolic and atmospheric, and meant to give you a quiet moment to pause and feel. Each piece has its own story, but those are my stories. I want the art to give you space to have your own.
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My work begins with small moments, like a gesture, a glimmer, or a feeling I’ve held onto. I build each drawing slowly, layering color and meaning until the image becomes its own world.
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I believe that people who collect my work tend to connect with the atmosphere, the symbolism, and the quiet stories inside each piece. Whether you’re just looking or choosing something for your home, you’re part of this creative circle. I appreciate every connection and every moment of resonance.
New Release
When The Heart Returns
GemInEye Fine Art
Kim Kelley - Colored Pencil Artist
GemInEye Fine Art is a DBA of GemInEye Solutions, LLC
© 2025 Kim Kelley. All rights reserved.
Contact: kim@gemineyefineart.com