Build A Bridge with Interactive Art
by Kelly Anderson | at Minnebar20
Build a Bridge with Interactive Art Hosted by Crayon Kelly
Step beyond the velvet rope and into a space where the "fourth wall" of the gallery is stripped away. Build a Bridge with Interactive Art is an immersive session designed to explore how active public participation transforms a static piece of work into a living community narrative.
Led by Kelly Anderson, founder of the Crayon Kelly Experience, this session dives into the mechanics of interactive art as a tool for connection. We will examine how blending traditional mediums—like melted crayons and acrylics—with digital painting and large-scale public installations can bridge the gap between artist and observer.
What to Expect:
The Philosophy of Participation: Insights into shifting the artistic focus from "look but don't touch" to collaborative creation.
Case Studies in Connection: A look at how mural festivals and live painting competitions (like Time Stamp Art) foster local identity and engagement.
Creative Strategy: How to design experiences that encourage people to contribute their own stories to a shared visual space.
Whether you are a creator looking to deepen your community impact or a strategist interested in the intersection of art and public engagement, join us to discover how we can use the canvas to build stronger, more vibrant bridges.
Kelly Anderson
Kelly Anderson | Crayon Kelly
Kelly Anderson is a visual artist, creative strategist, and the founder of the Crayon Kelly Experience, a St. Louis Park-based agency and gallery dedicated to interactive art. With a background in graphic design and over two decades of experience at the intersection of art and business, Kelly specializes in breaking down the "fourth wall" of the gallery space, transforming viewers into active participants.
Known for her signature use of melted crayons, acrylics, and digital painting, Kelly’s work often explores community history and local icons. Beyond the canvas, she is a passionate advocate for art business literacy, mentoring creatives on how to build sustainable, financially viable careers.
As the President-elect for Minnesota at the National Art Education Association (NAEA), Kelly is committed to fostering creative ecosystems that bridge the gap between traditional education and the professional art industry. Whether she is organizing large-scale mural festivals or launching live interactive painting competitions like Time Stamp Art, her mission remains the same: making art accessible, experiential, and entrepreneurial.
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