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November 24, 2023
Some personal news – I began running in the Spring (!?) and after 306 miles of training, I finished my first half marathon last weekend! I still can’t believe it. I proudly ran in support of Palestinian liberation and an end to Israel’s genocide and occupation. Free Palestine ♥
August 12, 2023
All Summer I’ve been filling up my sketchbook and working on new pieces that will be available for sale this Fall. I’ll be posting updates to Instagram – Hope you’re all having a good Summer :—)
March 21, 2023
My next shop update will be on Friday March 31 3pm EST – see you there!!
February 3, 2023
My shop goes live with lots of new work at 3pm est today – check it out! ♥
January 23, 2023
Emerging from my year-long OPK Studio sabbatical feeling recharged and excited to share what I’ve been working on! I’ll be dropping a new collection of work in my shop on Friday February 3. Stay tuned for updates via instagram <3
January 1, 2022
I’m moving studios! I’m excited to start the year off in a new space and will be taking some time off to settle in. Happy New Year!
December 7, 2021
I’m vending at Phoenix Community Garden this Sunday 12/12/21 11am-3pm! Come check out local art, food, clothing, community, and more! If you can’t make it in-person, I will have punch needle pieces available online Monday 12/13 at 3pm in my Instagram stories ♥
May 15, 2021
I’m taking another short break from Instagram and building out my email list in an effort to spend less time on social media. Please sign-up to be notified via email about all things OPK Studio!
April 30, 2021
My first studio sale in nearly 6 months! On Friday May 7th 2021 at 3pm EST I’ll be releasing 22 new punch needle pieces in my Instagram stories. Stay tuned for previews on my Instagram ♥
November 20, 2020
I’m excited to release a new collection of artwork next week and have my first Instagram story sale since August. 20% of all sales will go towards two of my favorite local mutual aid networks fighting food insecurity in Brooklyn: East Brooklyn Mutual Aid and Phoenix Garden Elder Box Program ♥ The sale will go live Friday 11/27 at 3pm EST in my Instagram stories and I’ll be teasing previews of all the work before then!
August 9, 2020
Abundant Beginnings Collective has raised over $130,000 since we launched their fundraiser launch in July!!! I’ll be doing an OPK Studio art sale later this week with 100% profits going towards their $1M fundraiser. Tune into my Instagram stories this Wednesday 8/12 at 3pm EST to snag a piece and support Black educators and the next generation of activists! You can also donate to ABC directly to help me reach my personal $5K fundraising goal.
July 17, 2020
Join me in helping Abundant Beginnings Collective raise $1M to support today’s Black educators and invest in the next generation of activists, leaders, and revolutionary thinkers! I’m raffling off one of my one-of-a-kind rugs for a minimum donation of $10 now until 7/24/2020. More details on how to enter on my Instagram. You can also donate to ABC directly to help me reach my personal $5K fundraising goal!
July 13, 2020
I’m so excited to be involved in an incredible $1M fundraising effort for Abundant Beginnings Collective. ABC is a Black-led liberation ecosystem that believes children and families deserve to be free, connected to nature, and honored as their full selves. For over 10 years, they’ve been activating this reality by raising activist youth, conscious educators, and empowered parents. This work is particularly special to me because my niece goes to their forest freedom school and it’s been completely transformative to her learning journey. Join me in helping ABC raise $1M to support today’s Black educators and invest in the next generation of activists, leaders, and revolutionary thinkers!
February 18, 2020
I’ve been having a lot of fun teaching private rug tufting and fiber art classes out of my home studio in Brooklyn! You can check out some of the highlights here, here, here, and here. For more info on what I teach and how to book, head on over to my workshops page.
December 10, 2019
I recently designed all of the art for Fact Magazine’s 2019 end of year lists! 🎉 Check out their 2019 end of year coverage here.
November 4, 2019
I’m hosting an embroidery and upcycling workshop Saturday November 16th at RareCandy. New York in Greenpoint, Brooklyn! This will be a hands-on 2 hour embroidery + upcycling workshop where you’ll learn a variety of embroidery stitches and embellishment techniques. Tickets include a piece of vintage merchandise of your choosing from RareCandy's inventory and allllll the materials you’ll need to make your own custom lewk 👀 There will also be @opk.studio + @rarecandynewyork stuff for sale so come thru and support! Hope to see you there!
September 25, 2019
I’m excited to announce my first NYC embroidery workshop in collaboration with Sad Girls Club on October 3rd! Sad Girls Club is a WOC driven online platform and in real life community created to bring girls together who are battling mental illness. Workshop tickets include a discussion on how hobbies contribute to mental wellness, an intimate introductory embroidery course led by me, your very own take-home embroidery kit, and refreshments. Hope to see you there!
July 1, 2019
I’ve officially relocated to Brooklyn, NY and I’m looking for freelance design opportunities, new stockists for my fiber artwork, and your best food recommendations 🙂 Get in touch!
June 21, 2019
Happy Summer Solstice 🌞 Today I launched the OPK Studio Shop with over 25 pieces of fiber art for sale! I hope to launch collections of work on a regular basis and will announce shop updates on Instagram. 🎉
May 11, 2019
I was featured in the Boston Globe today! You can check out the online interview here.
“Olivea Kelly (@opk.studio) has a thing for string. On her Instagram, the 26-year-old creative posts colorful fiber art. She chatted with the Globe about her process, the artists who inspire her, and what it’s like working alongside a cat that loves yarn as much as she does.”
April 24, 2019
OPK Studio is now accepting custom fiber art commissions! 🎉 Have a wacky idea for a custom wall hanging, rug, pillow, soft sculpture, wearable, installation, or other handmade fiber artwork? Or maybe you’ve just always wanted to own an OPK original? Now’s your chance! Fill out a custom order form to get started!
April 10, 2019
I was recently featured on @carveouttimeforart and @badbitchesofhandembroidery talking about my fiber art practice! I took over both accounts and got real about my creative practice, where I work, and lot’s more!
April 1, 2019
I designed a new logo for Make & Mend! Make & Mend is an amazing second-hand art and craft supply shop located in Somerville, MA that brings gently used art supplies to the community at reasonable prices. They also have an online store 😉 Know a great small business looking for logo design or branding services? I’d love to talk!
March 31, 2019
Introducing OPK STUDIO! Embracing the diversity of my creative practice, I’ve decided to rebrand my little corner of the internet to better represent the variety of work I do. You can learn more here! I’m currently available for freelance design work, collaborations, and custom fiber art/installation commissions. Please get in touch 🙂
March 1, 2019
Two of my big fiber art pieces are now on view at Spaceus until the end of March! Go check em out if you’re local: 11 First Street Cambridge, MA 02141 open everyday from 12-6pm.
February 4, 2019
Happy Black History month! I’ve been celebrating Black artists I admire by sharing their work on my Instagram stories and inviting people to join in. I draw so much inspiration and strength from the Black artists in my own family, so I’ve decided to dedicate the next month to highlighting black excellence in the arts.
January 19, 2019
I’m now a member of Spaceus, a collaborative workspace and retail platform for creatives located in Cambridge, MA. I’m really looking forward to learning from and being part of this creative community. More updates soon!
December 13, 2018
I was tasked with branding Fact Magazine’s 2018 end of year lists again this year! I’m grateful for the trust and freedom their editorial team always gives me and I had a lot of fun creating this colorful series.
October 11, 2018
I’m working with Mother Juice again (I designed their logo back in 2014!) to expand their branding and design new packaging as they prepare to open their fourth location. Here’s a sneak peak – excited to share the final creative!
September 14, 2018
I've been totally obsessed and preoccupied with punch needling and really excited about the recent work I’ve been making. I’ll be posting updates on Instagram and I hope to start sharing more work soon!
August 15, 2018
My largest fiber art piece to date is included in a group show titled “Thinking about the future...,” at 273 Bleecker St. in New York City. Gallery hours are Wednesday – Sunday 12–6 PM. The opening reception is August 17 at 6 PM.
April 26, 2018
I’ve been creating artwork for Fact Magazine for over a year now and recently helped brand their new monthly Rap column, The Rap Round-up. Every month they compile and release a new list of the most noteworthy rap releases.
