Welcome to The Art of KDA!

Hi! I’m Kristen Allicock, a Contemporary Visual and Digital Artist creating work that explores identity, heritage, and connection through powerful imagery and colourful storytelling.

Here you can explore my original artwork, shop wearable art and handcrafted pieces, and get a behind-the-scenes look into my creative process. You’ll also find information on exhibitions, workshops, and curated experiences, along with opportunities to collaborate, commission custom work, or connect on future projects.

This is more than a portfolio, it’s a space where art lives beyond the canvas!

Bringing Culture to Canvas

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Shop original paintings, prints, and handcrafted resin jewelry at KDA Art & Design for unique, vibrant pieces that elevate your space and style.

I didn't know this song existed until I made this post 😂 Anyway, here are 5 quick tips Artists can use to protect your lungs from harmful chemicals when creating (tips I use when working with resin 😌): 1️⃣ Ventilate Your Space: Always work in a well-ventilated area—fans, open windows, or exhaust hoods are your best friends! 2️⃣ Wear a Respirator: Use the right mask or respirator with filters to block toxic fumes. 3️⃣ Spray Outdoors: Keep aerosols like fixatives and varnishes outside or use a proper spray booth. 4️⃣ Choose Safer Products: Opt for non-toxic or low-VOC paints, inks, and adhesives. 5️⃣ Take Fresh Air Breaks: Step away often and let fresh air clear your workspace. Your art is amazing, but your health is priceless! Happy Wednesday and happy creating! 💕 #theartofkda #theartofkdominique #artistsafety #healthyartstudio #protectyourlungs ngs
Annnd another successful rotation around the Sun 🙏🏾🥳🎉 Thank you to everyone for all the well wishes and gifts (even if it's the gift of your presence 🤭) As I reflect on the past year, I feel so blessed and grateful for everything thing I have experienced these last 365 days. Here's to another year 🥂
Two frames hold echoes of touch - one a memory, the other a presence. The weight of absence lingers, yet love threads the spaces between, quietly enduring.
Two frames hold echoes of touch - one a memory, the other a presence. The weight of absence lingers, yet love threads the spaces between, quietly enduring.
Had a blast installing this exhibition at the @townofoakville alongside @findinspirationwithfrancesca ! Can't wait for you all to see it 🤗
Last week I had the chance to preview "The Culture: Hip Hop and Contemporary Art" at the @agotoronto . Swipe to see some of my faves and then go check it out for yourself 😌
Last week I had the chance to preview "The Culture: Hip Hop and Contemporary Art" at the @agotoronto . Swipe to see some of my faves and then go check it out for yourself 😌
We need to celebrate our wins more, no matter how big or small, not for outward validation or ✨aesthetic✨ but in a way that only really needs to make sense to YOU 😎 Here's to a year of endings, beginnings, travel, concerts (literally 1 per month), art gigs, art sales, new friends, old friends, family and just LOVE 💜 If you read this far, I have an Art of KDA announcement coming soon 👀
I didn't know this song existed until I made this post 😂 Anyway, here are 5 quick tips Artists can use to protect your lungs from harmful chemicals when creating (tips I use when working with resin 😌): 1️⃣ Ventilate Your Space: Always work in a w
Annnd another successful rotation around the Sun 🙏🏾🥳🎉 Thank you to everyone for all the well wishes and gifts (even if it's the gift of your presence 🤭) As I reflect on the past year, I feel so blessed and grateful for everything thing I have ex
Two frames hold echoes of touch - one a memory, the other a presence. The weight of absence lingers, yet love threads the spaces between, quietly enduring.
Had a blast installing this exhibition at the @townofoakville alongside @findinspirationwithfrancesca ! Can't wait for you all to see it 🤗
Last week I had the chance to preview "The Culture: Hip Hop and Contemporary Art" at the @agotoronto . Swipe to see some of my faves and then go check it out for yourself 😌
We need to celebrate our wins more, no matter how big or small, not for outward validation or ✨aesthetic✨ but in a way that only really needs to make sense to YOU 😎 Here's to a year of endings, beginnings, travel, concerts (literally 1 per month),
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