Kaylee Hawley is an illustrator who creates to inspire positivity and self-growth. She is an artist passionate about creating cheerful artwork, spreading kindness, and brightening up each day for a more meaningful life.

With a background in teaching art to children, she has seen firsthand how creativity can uplift and inspire. That’s why she is passionate about making art that sparks joy—whether through whimsical illustrations, encouraging messages, or interactive workshops.

Through her brand, Ducks in a Row, she shares her work in prints, stickers, and other fun creations based on organization, creativity, and positivity.

She hopes that art can connect, educate, and inspire self-growth in us all.

Artist Statement

My creations all begin with positive energy and an optimistic heart. Moved by simplicity to capture childlike happiness, bring me to my illustration style.

My favorite mediums include: digital, gouache, embroidery, collage, and colored pencil. I enjoy mixing the fun play of making art with bright illustrations. To grow my visual library, I thrive by traveling as much as possible and immersing myself in different cultures and environments. Movies of all genres, inspire me greatly as well. Lastly, adventuring the outdoors has always charged my soul and brought me refreshing clarity.

I’m motivated to create cheerful art, enjoy a life filled color, and give back.

My ‘Whys’ & Mission Statement
I create joyful, heartwarming illustrations that brighten people’s days—because we all could use more reasons to smile. As an illustrator and art teacher, I believe in the power of creativity to inspire self-growth, connection, and a better life. Through my work, I hope to bring encouragement, positivity, and a little extra light to people’s days.

A QUICK GLANCE

Radish House Artist (2022- Present)

Advanced Middle School and Elementary Art Teacher at El Sol (2021- 2025)

Blue Sky Art Academy Instructor (2018- 2025)

Los Angeles Art Vendor at multiple locations for Ducks in a Row (2023-2025)

Luca Magoo Children’s’ Book (2024)

Bravado Production Designer (2024)

Main Street Arts – Tiny Works Gallery (2024)

Buena Park Anti-Tobacco Coloring Book (2023)

Aklana Book Series (2023-2024)

Tamimi Market Activity Book (2023)

NAEA Workshop Speaker (2023)

Yorba Linda Parks and Rec Art Instructor (2021- 2022)

HerNFT Gallery (March 8, 2022)

Art Event Coordinator for Placentia Jazz and Art Festival (2021-2022)

Earned Credentials Student Teaching at El Sol (2021)

Muckenthaler Instructor (2018- 2020)

California State University, Fullerton Graduate (2020)

Curated Old Town Art Show (2020)

SCBWI Conference Leader (2019)

Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi (2019)

SCBWI Member (2019)

California State Summer School for the Arts (2015) spoke at graduation

Ryman Arts (2015)

Various galleries, soirees, auctions, commissions (2015-2018)

Commission by Sunny Hills High School (2015)

1st Place Nixon Library Art Competition (2014)