About

Our Story:

At the KP Art Collective, co-founders Kelly Pelfrey and Kayla Pacana share a passion for connecting meaningful art with the people who will treasure it. With decades of combined experience in the art world—as a professional artist, curator, coach, and collectors—they’ve built a space where artists are supported in growing their businesses and collectors can discover original works that truly resonate. Whether through the Collective’s curated releases, Kelly’s Behind the Brush podcast, or Kayla’s The Splatter Effect podcast, their mission is the same: to champion creativity, nurture community, and make it easier than ever to bring art you love into the spaces you call home.

Founders:

Kelly Pelfrey is a South Carolina-based artist, curator, and co-founder of the KP Art Collective. Known for her impressionistic style and love of light, she has built a thriving art career, collaborating with designers, galleries, and collectors across the country.

She also hosts Behind the Brush, a weekly podcast sharing practical advice and inspiring stories from artists who have built sustainable creative businesses.

A mother of five, Kelly is passionate about helping artists grow and making it easier for collectors to discover art that feels like home. She loves spending time with her husband and children, especially outdoors, and finds endless inspiration in the beauty and history of the Lowcountry.

 

 

 

Kayla Cole Pacana is an artist coach, collector, and co-founder of the KP Art Collective. For over a decade, she has worked closely with artists curating for other well-known collectives and guiding creatives in building thriving, profitable businesses they love.

She also co-hosts The Splatter Effect podcast, where she explores the messy, colorful, and inspiring parts of life and business in the art world.

Based in South Florida, Kayla loves spending time with her husband and two kids, and you can often find her out for a run. She is passionate about connecting artists with the right audience and helping collectors discover pieces that truly resonate. Through the KP Art Collective, she is building a community where both artists and collectors feel seen, supported, and inspired.