Kyla Shackelford was raised in Austin, TX where she took an early interest in art and began her studies. At the age of 19, Kyla moved to Italy and spent 3 years learning classical drawing and painting at the Florence Academy of Art. From there, Ms. Shackelford moved to New York City to complete her studies at the renowned Art Student's League. Kyla paints dramatic and evocative figurative works, with an emphasis on mystery and playfulness. Her works have been widely collected, and she is currently represented by Jack Meier Gallery in Houston, TX. She belongs to the California Art Club and Oil Painters of America. Kyla currently lives in Los Angeles, CA.

Gallery Representation
Jack Meier Gallery
2310 Bissonnet
Houston, Texas 77005
www.jackmeiergallery.com
713-526-2983

Recent Exhibitions and Publicity
2006 - 3-Man Show; f8 Gallery, Austin, TX
2010 - Oil Painters Of America Western Regional
2011 - Cover Feature, MuseTouch Magazine
2011 - Greenhouse Gallery Salon International
2011 - ACOPAL Competition, Finalist