{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Episode 262 \u2013 Visual Candy with Artist &amp; Designer, Kristyn LaMoia","description":"As I pivot the podcast from spotlighting Key West businesses to featuring artists from around the globe, I\u2019m excited to bring back one of my favorite interviews with graphic designer and fine artist, Kristyn LaMoia. In this episode, I chat with Kristyn about her creative journey\u2014how she fell in love with graphic design, grew her professional career working in-house and with design studios, and found new freedom by branching into fine art. We also talk about her playful online presence (hello, TikTok!) and how it inspires the vibrant colors and clean lines that define her style. Whether you\u2019re curious about transitioning from a 9-to-5 job to creative freelancing or looking to explore the blend of art and design, you\u2019ll love Kristyn\u2019s fresh perspective and colorful approach. More on Kristyn LaMoia South Florida-born artist, Kristyn LaMoia, has been honing her artistic skills since she could hold a crayon. She calls herself a \u201cmisfit\u201d who found refuge and freedom in art. Her fascination with the subconscious mind\u2014alongside the natural world\u2014shapes the subjects she paints, and her background in graphic design influences the crisp, vivid look of her work. From collaborating with various design teams early in her career to branching out on her own, Kristyn thrives on the creative flexibility freelancing gives her. She continues to explore these artistic passions in both fine art and design, making her a must-follow creator for lovers of bold, expressive visuals.  Website: kristynlamoia.com Instagram: @kristynlamoia  Listen to the episode and discover how Kristyn\u2019s journey from graphic designer to full-fledged artist might just inspire your own creative leap! ","author_name":"Backyards of Key West Podcast with Mark Baratto","author_url":"https:\/\/backyardsofkeywest.com\/blogs\/podcast","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/34998575\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/183796435"}