I grew up on the Eastern Shore of Maryland, in Salisbury, with 3 brothers. I was a quiet, introverted kid who enjoyed many hours outside, reading, writing and tinkering with nuts & bolts to make small figurines. Athletics and academics became my focus as I grew older, and college in DC was a time for me to grow socially, as well as pursue and obtain a biology degree. After college, without a specific intention for my degree, I returned home and returned to the childhood idea of learning how to weld in order to make metal art. I took a welding class at Wor-Wic Community college and worked for the instructor as a production welder for nearly two years. My art education largely consisted of

just exposure to art and my mom’s encouragement of my creativity. In an attempt at more formal education, I decided to take a sculpture class at Salisbury University. Through many hours of drawing and ideating, I finally made the leap to begin my own art production in 2020. I have been excited to see the support and response I have received, through sales, awards, magazine features, exhibits, and mostly kind words. I am incredibly grateful to be creating and supporting myself in this way.

~ Morgan Kelly