We recently connected with Kailyn Burch and have shared our conversation below.
Hi Kailyn, so happy to have you with us today and there is so much we want to ask you about. So many of us go through similar pain points throughout our journeys and so hearing about how others developed certain skills or qualities that we are struggling with can be helpful. Along those lines, we’d love to hear from you about how you developed your ability to take risk?
The idea of taking risks and confronting fears has been a prominent theme in my work recently. Painting has taught me that creating is about experimentation, taking risks, failing, and figuring out ways to grow from that failure. It’s easy for me to become trapped in my comfort zone, and the only way to escape is to take risks. Life reflects art, and vice versa. I’ve found that if I become comfortable taking risks outside of my artwork, I will be more inclined to take risks on the canvas. In order to continuously challenge myself, I am learning to take risks regularly, even if it’s in the smallest of ways. It can be anything from switching up my color palette to picking up a new hobby. This is where confidence is built and perfectionism dies. Risks allow me to view mistakes and failure in a positive light. The conscious choice to try something new, to push myself a little more out of my comfort zone, is necessary for creative growth, and growth as an individual.
Great, so let’s take a few minutes and cover your story. What should folks know about you and what you do?
My name is Kailyn Burch, a visual artist from the Chattanooga area. I grew up drawing all the time, but discovered a love for oil painting when I studied art in college. In a way, my creative practice is about recalling childlike wonder, play, and exploration. The work I create is heavily inspired by nature and what surrounds me. I enjoy observing & giving attention to the small details of my surroundings. Light, texture, and movement are what I am particularly drawn to. I hope to create a space on the canvas that invites viewers to look deeply at the piece and within themselves. Each painting is a call to be still, reflect, remember- to seek something that cannot be holistically captured with words alone. I aim to develop scenes that break down the boundaries of time and circumstance. I want people to view my art through the lens of their own perceptions, burdens, differences, and walk away having experienced something that is personal and transcendent. Creating is something I feel is essential to who I am, but it is not only for me. My work is done in the hope that truth will be presented in some way. Each individual was created with such craftsmanship and intricacy, and I want my work to be a reflection of that. I strive to create art that moves beyond mere brushstrokes on a canvas to something meaningful- a dim reflection of things hidden & wild, a mystic journey to unwavering truth, the impression of artistic hands that existed long before me.
If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?
Curiosity, a slow/unhurried lifestyle, and the desire for connection have all been an integral part of my creative practice. In the fast-paced workaholic culture that we find ourselves in, it is so important that we remember to slow ourselves down, reset, and meet our day with a sense of ease. I find that I cannot create, or do anything well, when I am in a rush. Finding moments and creating routines that allow me to refocus help me to pay attention to what matters. Waking up early in order to have a quiet morning, removing myself from technology, spending time outside, are all simple ways to invite slowness into my life. When we slow down, we are able to connect with the world and the people around us.
Who has been most helpful in helping you overcome challenges or build and develop the essential skills, qualities or knowledge you needed to be successful?
Throughout the years there have been so many lovely people who have encouraged, challenged, and supported me. I’ve been blessed with friends, family, mentors who are willing to critique my work or tell me things I don’t want to hear- to give me a kick in the pants when I need it. It’s easy to find people who will tell you what you have done right, but it is more challenging to find individuals who will lovingly point out where you could be better. We all need a community of people who are on board with our dreams, and care about us enough to hold us accountable.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.kailynzeta.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kailynzeta/
Image Credits
Hey Hadassah Photography
