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Kayla Danaye

Kayla Grayson, B.F.A. Fine Artist  

Kayla Grayson is a multi-disciplinary Artist and Designer born and raised in the heart of the LowCountry Beaufort, SC. During her developmental years Kayla indulged into many forms of art and design not limited to ceramics, printmaking, illustration and sewing. Her fascination with human faces and immersion in the traditions of the Gullah Geechee culture led her to concentrate more on expressions of culture and identity. Kayla began her painting journey in 2013.  Now, Grayson is a 2017 graduate of the illustrious Savannah State University ( Savannah, GA ) and a 2025 Graduate of the esteemed  Savannah College of Art and Design also located in Savannah,GA.  

Kayla is the Owner and operator of Kayla Danaye Studios. KDG studios specializes in bringing out the YOU in your home. Inspired by the desire to tell your story and highlight your personal experiences Kayla creates pieces that turn your house into a Home. Her personal works are  inspired her mission to empower and advocate for the African Diaspora  by standing in the representation gap and creating products that highlight the magic in our diasporic experiences. These products vary from a selection of home goods, accessories and apparel.

Education

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My artistic journey is a celebration and exploration of the multifaceted personal experiences of black girlhood and womanhood. Using symbols, colors, and textures to create visual narratives designed to capture the essence, strength, and resilience of black women and girls amidst the complexities of our existence.

Growing up, I was profoundly influenced by the richness of black culture, specifically Gullah Geechee culture, yet acutely aware of the social complexities and injustices faced by black women and girls. Through my art, I seek to amplify the voices of black women, reclaim our narratives, and celebrate our beauty and diversity by amplifying the novelty of our shared experiences through a lens of cultural exploration.

Every stroke of my brush is placed with intentionality, reflecting the intricacies of our experiences - from the joyous moments of sisterhood and self-discovery to the struggles against systemic oppression and societal expectations. I use transparency as a tool to explore how the things from the past  and around us contribute to who we are. I draw inspiration from the vibrant hues of our culture, the power of our history, and the impact of community.

My work is an ode to the resilience and unwavering spirit inherited from our ancestors. Similarly, it is a tribute to the sacrifices we have made for ourselves and our community. Those same sacrifices have sculpted what we know as black culture and shaped the experiences that highlight our childhoods.

I seek to create a space for dialogue, reflection, and empowerment. I urge viewers to confront their preconceptions, challenge societal norms, and join me in celebrating the beauty and complexity of our communal story. All women deserve to be seen, heard, and celebrated

Savannah State University, Bachelors of Fine Art ,2017

Savannah College of Art and Design, Masters of Fine Art, 2025

Exhibitions

2025  Twice As Good Senior Exhibition (Solo)

      Liberty County Performing Arts Center, Hinesville GA.)

2025  Home Exhibition, Savannah State University Alumni Showcase 

         Savannah State University Fine Arts Gallery, Savannah GA. (Juried)

2025  Art ob We People 28th  Gullah Celebration,

         Coastal Carolina Arts  Center, Hilton Head , SC

2022  Intentional Tension, Warehouse Arts District

        St. Petersburg, FL

2022 Past Prescence

         Sulfur Studios, Savannah GA. (Juried)

2021 Savannah State University Alumni Showcase 

        Savannah State University Fine Arts Gallery, Savannah GA. (Juried)

2021 Mocha and Melainin

         Cleo the Gallery, Abode Studios, Savannah GA.

2018 Sound of the LowCountry

         Coastal Sound Gallery, Port Royal SC

2017  "Manifest"

          Senior Thesis Show  " Gestures of Injustice " 

          Savanah State University Fine Arts Gallery, November 8th 2017

2017 Church Art Show 

2016 National Alliance of Artist From Historically Black Colleges and Universities 

          Fayetteville University,Fayetteville ,NC

2016 Arts ob We people 20th Gullah Celebration

         Coastal Carolina Arts Center , Hilton Head Island ,SC

2015  National Alliance Of Artist from Historically Black Colleges and  Universities, “Afro-futurism” 

         Fort Valley State University, Fort Valley ,GA

2015  Art ob We People 18th  Gullah Celebration,

         Coastal Carolina Arts  Center, Hilton Head , SC

Residency

2022 Carter G. Woodson Musuem of African American Art         St. Petersburg, FL

Collections

Savannah State University , Fine Arts Department , Savannah, GA 
Savannah State University, University Archives, Savannah , GA
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