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Artist

Kristin Kleyer Mangum

United States

Born in 1976

Joined Artisor: September 2024

Artist Stats

Total pieces for sale: 15

Total pieces sold: 1

Highest price piece sold: $3,800 (A Piece of the World Scotland - Warrior Within)

Average price per square inch: $6

Bio

ABOUT THE ARTIST

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Kristin Kleyer Mangum is an accomplished artist based in Scottsdale, Arizona. Her International Fiber Mixed Media Sculptures can be found in galleries and collections in the USA and Europe.

Her sculptures are tactile, helping us connect, feel, and evoke our senses. Inspired by life and nature, her sculptures are natural, earthy, and organic in form and material. “Weaving imitates life – sometimes bumpy, sometimes smooth. When woven together, you can see and feel the beauty, the growth.”

Her process starts as a global treasure hunt, searching for the finest, local, 100% natural fibers and other precious finds. She creates as she travels, immersing herself in each country’s beauty, conveying that in each piece. ​Stitch by stitch, coil by coil, her international fibers are methodically woven by hand and needle, taking weeks to months to create.

Back in her studio, creating other components to unify with her global fibers allows her to use skills acquired through her extensive formal art education and career as an artist and art educator.

Her style is a unique take on traditional fiber techniques and other media. “With my design in mind, I control the shape as I weave, but also listen to the natural materials, giving them a voice. It’s a beautiful symphony of push and pull, helping it grow into an organic piece of art that you can feel, in all ways.”

Displaying “A Piece of the World – A Piece of You” – KKartista sculptures stand strong alone or unite beautifully with others.  Sophisticated. Earthy. Elegant.

 

 

FROM THE ARTIST

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My Art Process

Introduction to Weaving     .     My artistic journey began with my Midwestern USA upbringing and grew exponentially with exposure to art history and travel. After earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Studio Art, creating in various art mediums, I pursued a career as an art educator. However, it was returning to school to pursue my graduate studies for a Master of Arts (MA) and Master of Fine Arts (MFA) that I discovered my passion of fibers, ending up living in culturally rich city of Florence, Italy, further expanding my love. This intense immersion allowed me to explore different weaving styles from numerous historical periods, but it was the coil technique that truly captivated my heart. Instead of crafting traditional baskets, I embraced my own organic sculptural fiber style.

Evolution of My Technique     .     Over the past 25 years, my weaving practice has evolved to incorporate my hand built ceramics, woodworking, metalsmithing, painting, drawing, and design. I exclusively use pure, natural wools and cottons sourced locally from the countries I visit. This approach transforms each journey into a treasure hunt, where I immerse myself in the vibrant colors and cultures, seeking out local farms and fiber shops. Working to communicate in whatever local language it may be, my desire for only 100% local natural materials, I gather these treasures and incorporate them into my creations, all while maintaining a hands-on approach. Nothing is outsourced; every component is crafted by me, ensuring a deep connection to my work.

The Art of Coiling     .     The essence of my coiling technique lies in a series of wrapping and stitching with a needle. I minimally wrap pure wool around hand-dyed cotton, resulting in sculptures that appear to have a wire-like core due to the vast quantity of stitching, despite being entirely composed of soft cotton and wool. This meticulous process, which often takes months, allows me to control the shape of each sculpture while also listening to the materials, giving them a voice. This dynamic interaction between my guidance and the natural tendencies of the materials creates a harmonious balance, echoing the philosophy of going with the flow in life.

Creating a Symphony of Materials     .     Back in my Scottsdale, Arizona studio, I handcraft additional components, such as my ceramics, wood, and metal, to complement my fiber sculptures. This allows me to continue exploring various art techniques, including painting and drawing on wood and ceramics. By layering ceramic glazes, I achieve unique textures and illusions, expanding the visual possibilities of each piece.

An Organic and Unified Vision     .     Every sculpture I create is a testament to the natural, earthy, and organic beauty of the materials. I avoid using synthetics or glues, opting instead to solve the puzzle of how to attach different mediums in a way that highlights their unique qualities. The result is a unified, growing structure that engages the senses and invites viewers to experience art in a tactile and immersive way. My sculptures are a celebration of the natural world, a testament to the beauty of listening to and working with nature’s materials.

 

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        IMG 3513

        Kristin Kleyer Mangum

        A Piece of the World Germany - Open Up

        Mixed media

        48 H x 48 W x 6 D in

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        Kristin Kleyer Mangum

        A Piece of the World - Breaking Out of Your Shell

        Mixed media

        23 H x 14 W x 14 D in

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        Kristin Kleyer Mangum

        A Piece of the World Italy - Hold to Heart

        Mixed media

        12 H x 12 W x 4 D in

        $2,100
        IMG 3608

        Kristin Kleyer Mangum

        A Piece of the World Italy - Rolling Hills of Tuscany

        Mixed media

        35 H x 35 W x 4 D in

        $6,800
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        Kristin Kleyer Mangum

        A Piece of the World Italy - Rustic Italian

        Mixed media

        14 H x 14 W x 15 D in

        $2,800
        IMG 3733

        Kristin Kleyer Mangum

        A Piece of the World Italy - Life's Flow

        Mixed media

        48 H x 48 W x 5 D in

        $8,200
        IMG 1198

        Kristin Kleyer Mangum

        A Piece of the World Poland - Set in Stone

        Mixed media

        14.5 H x 11 W x 11 D in

        $3,200
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        Kristin Kleyer Mangum

        A Piece of the World Germany - Rooted

        Mixed media

        12 H x 16 W x 18 D in

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        IMG 1749

        Kristin Kleyer Mangum

        A Piece of the World Tuscany - Rolling Hills

        Mixed media

        13 H x 13 W x 15 D in

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        Kristin Kleyer Mangum

        A Piece of the World Italy - Within

        Mixed media

        18 H x 18 W x 5 D in

        $4,500
        KKM.TheWander

        Kristin Kleyer Mangum

        A Piece of the World Italy - Sunset Wander

        Mixed media

        20 H x 20 W x 8 D in

        $4,200
        KKM.ItalianAtHeart

        Kristin Kleyer Mangum

        A Piece of the World Italy - Italian at Heart

        Mixed media

        30 H x 30 W x 5 D in

        $7,200
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        Kristin Kleyer Mangum

        A Piece of the World Italy - Life

        Mixed media

        22 H x 22 W x 4 D in

        $3,500
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        Kristin Kleyer Mangum

        A Piece of the World USA - Desert Serenity

        Mixed media

        28 H x 28 W x 5 D in

        $5,400
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        Kristin Kleyer Mangum

        A Piece of the World Germany - Evolving

        Mixed media

        18 H x 18 W x 8 D in

        $4,500

        EDUCATION
        MFA . MA . BFA

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        EDUCATOR
        Visual Fine Arts Educator –
        Experienced teaching public and private – K-12, undergraduate, graduate and adult – 3-Dimensional & 2-Dimensional art.
        University and organization – speaker / presenter.

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        INTERNATIONAL
        KKARTISTA ARTWORKS are in private and corporate collections in the USA and Europe.
        Gathering supplies, creating, exhibiting artworks around the world –
        counting 100+ countries, on all 7 continents.

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        EXPERIENCE . EXHIBITIONS . PRESS

        Visions Museum of Textile Art – Solo Exhibition Featured Artist – A Piece of the World – A Piece of You  .  San Diego, California  .
        January – April 2025

        TH Brennen Fine Art Gallery – Gallery Consultant – Scottsdale Arts District  .  Scottsdale, Arizona

        2024 Hidden in the Hills – Featured Artist – Juried Artist – Studio Tour Exhibition  .  Carefree, Arizona

        Desert Foothills Gallery – Featured Artist – Juried Exhibition –  2024 Hidden In The Hills Showcase  .  Cave Creek, Arizona

        TH Brennen Fine Art Gallery – Artist Representation  .  Scottsdale, Arizona

        Sonoran Arts League Gallery – Juror & Featured Artist – New! Never Seen Before Exhibition  .  Carefree, Arizona

        Creative Leather – Featured Artist – Special Event Exhibition  .  Old Town Scottsdale, Arizona

        2023 Hidden in the Hills – Featured Artist – Juried Artist – Studio Tour Exhibition  .  Carefree, Arizona

        City Sun Times Newspaper Online Publication – Published – Featured Artist

        Desert Foothills Gallery – Featured Artist – Juried Exhibition –  2023 Hidden In The Hills Showcase  .  Cave Creek, Arizona

        Hidden In The Hills Magazine and Online Publication – Meandering Paths Studio – Published – Featured Artist  .  National

        On The Edge Gallery – Featured Artist – Canal Convergence Feature ArtWalk Exhibition  .  Scottsdale, Arizona
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        Sonoran Arts League Gallery – Featured Artist – 2nd Place Best of Show 3-D – Juried Exhibition – Artist’s Best  .  Carefree, Arizona

        FOX 10 Phoenix AZ AM – TV Feature – The Finer Arts Gallery – Exhibited Art Feature  .  Arizona

        triARC Architecture and Design – Featured Artist – Seasonal Exhibition  .  Phoenix, Arizona

        triARC Architecture and Design – Featured Artist – Third Thursday Artist Showcase Exhibition  .  Phoenix, Arizona

        Arizona Fiber Council – Selected Founding Board Member – Fiber Art Center AZ  .  Arizona

        Images Arizona Magazine and Online Publication – The Finer Arts Gallery – Published – Featured Artist

        Scottsdale North News Newspaper and Online Publication – Published – Featured Artist

        On The Edge Gallery – Featured Artist – Natural Wonders Exhibition  .  Scottsdale, Arizona

        On The Edge Gallery – Featured Artist – Scottsdale Gallery Association Gold Palette ArtWalk  .  Scottsdale, Arizona

        FOX 10 Phoenix AZ AM – TV Feature – Hidden in the Hills – Exhibited Art Feature  .  Arizona

        2022 Hidden in the Hills – Featured Artist – Juried Artist – Studio Tour Exhibition  .  Carefree, Arizona

        Scottsdale Progress Newspaper and Online Publication – Published – Featured Artist

        Phoenix Urban Guide – Art Detour Online Publication – Published – Featured Artist

        Fountain Hills Artists’ Gallery – Featured Artist – Artist Harvest Exhibition  .  Fountain Hills, Arizona

        The Foothills Focus Newspaper and Online Publication – Published – Featured Artist

        Starlight Scribe Online Publication – Published – Featured Artist

        Desert Foothills Gallery – Showcase Exhibition – Guest Speaker  .  Cave Creek, Arizona

        Arizona State University – Visual Arts and Design – Guest Speaker  .  Phoenix, Arizona

        Hidden In The Hills Magazine and Online Publication – On The Edge Gallery – Published – Featured Artist  .  National

        Hidden In The Hills Magazine and Online Publication – Meandering Paths Studio – Published – Featured Artist  .  National

        Desert Foothills Gallery – Featured Artist – Juried Exhibition – 2022 Hidden In The Hills Showcase  .  Cave Creek, Arizona

        Hidden In The Hills Studio Tour – Featured Artist – Annual Exhibition – Meandering Paths Studio  .  Carefree, Arizona

        Voyage Phoenix Magazine Online Publication – Published – Featured Artist

        The Finer Arts Gallery – Artist Representation  .  Cave Creek, Arizona

        Fountain Hills Artists’ Gallery – Fountain Hills Art Fair – Featured Artist  .  Fountain Hills, Arizona

        Fountain Hills Artists’ Gallery – Artist Representation  .  Fountain Hills, Arizona

        On The Edge Gallery – Featured Artist – The Art of Sculptural Fibers Exhibition  .  Scottsdale, Arizona

        Awarded Juried Artist Status  .  Arizona

        On The Edge Gallery – Featured Artist – Fresh Paint Exhibition  .  Scottsdale, Arizona

        Sonoran Arts League Gallery – Featured Artist – Juried Exhibition  .  Cave Creek, Arizona

        On The Edge Gallery – Artist Representation  .  Scottsdale, Arizona

        Mesa Arts Center – Art Educator  .  Mesa, Arizona

        Phoenix Country Day School – Educator – Art Educator  .  Phoenix, Arizona

        TH Brennen Fine Art Gallery – Gallery Consultant – Scottsdale Arts District  .  Scottsdale, Arizona

        Morean Arts Center – Featured Artist –  Juried Exhibit  .  St. Petersburg, Florida

        Boca Raton Art Museum School – Art Educator  .  Boca Raton, Florida

        ArtServe Gallery – Featured Artist – Juried Exhibition  .  Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

        Boca Raton Art Museum School – Featured Artist –  Juried Exhibition  .  Boca Raton, Florida

        Broward Center for the Performing Arts – Sun Trust Gift Emporium – Juried Representation  .  Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
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        The Art of Communication Through Objects Gallery – Featured Artist – Solo Exhibition  .  Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

        Pine Crest Preparatory School – Educator – Art Educator  .  Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

        Broward Art Guild Gallery – Featured Artist – Juried Exhibition  .  Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

        Rossetti Fine Art Gallery – Featured Artist – 2nd Place Winner’s Circle –  Elements Juried Exhibition  .  Pompano Beach, Florida

        Praha 5 – Featured Artist – Solo Exhibition  .  Prague, Czech Republic

        Mehlville Messenger Newspaper Publication – Published – Featured Artist  .  St. Louis, Missouri

        St Louis . Com Online Publication – Published – Featured Artist  .  St. Louis, Missouri

        Mehlville School District – Art Educator  .  St. Louis, Missouri

        Highland Park School District – Art Educator  .  Dallas, Texas

        Fontbonne University – Fine Art Department – Fiber Art Guest Speaker – Educator  .  St. Louis, Missouri

        St. Louis Post Dispatch Newspaper Publication – Published – Featured Artist  .  St. Louis, Missouri

        Craft Alliance Gallery – Featured Artist – Juried Exhibition  .  St. Louis, Missouri

        McKendree University Gallery – Featured Artist – Alumni In Art Exhibition  .  St. Louis, Missouri

        City Museum – Featured Artist – Juried Exhibition  .  St. Louis, Missouri

        Fontbonne University Gallery – Featured Artist – Focus On Fibers Exhibition  .  St. Louis, Missouri

        SACI Studio – Studio Art Centers International – Featured Artist – Group Exhibition  .  Florence, Italy

        Fuji Studio Publication – Published – Featured Artist  .  Florence, Italy

        Fuji Studio – Featured Artist – Group Exhibition  .  Florence, Italy

        Fontbonne University Gallery – Featured Artist – Italian Exhibition  .  St. Louis, Missouri

        Castello di Spannocchia – Featured Artist – Group Exhibit  .  Tuscany, Italy

        Fontbonne University Gallery – Featured Artist – Graduate Masters of Art Exhibition  .  St. Louis, Missouri

        Craft Alliance Art Center – Art Educator  .  St. Louis, Missouri

        Forest Park Community College – Fine Art Department – Guest Speaker – Educator  .  St. Louis, Missouri

        Fontbonne University – Fine Art Department – Art Education Assistant  .  St. Louis, Missouri

        Incarnate Word Academy – Art Educator  .  St. Louis, Missouri

        Millstone Fine Art Gallery – Featured Artist – Juried Exhibition – Works of Women National Exhibit  .  St. Louis, Missouri

        Center of Contemporary Arts – Featured Artist – National Society of Art and Letters / St. Louis Chapter Exhibition  .  St. Louis, Missouri

        West End Word Newspaper Publication – Published – Featured Artist  .  St. Louis, Missouri

        Millstone Fine Art Gallery – Gallery Consultant – Central West End . St. Louis, Missouri

        St. Louis Design Center – Featured Artist – Juried Exhibition  .  St. Louis, Missouri

        Corporate American Red Cross – Visual Art and Marketing Intern  .  St. Louis, Missouri

        McKendree University Gallery – Featured Artist – Bachelor of Fine Art Graduate Exhibition  .  Lebanon, Illinois

        Art St. Louis – Featured Artist – Juried Exhibit – Outer Scapes – Inner Spaces Varsity Art IV Exhibit  .  St. Louis, Missouri

        Monroe County Electric Company – Featured Artist – Solo Exhibition  .  Waterloo, Illinois

        Private Art Lessons –  Art Educator – Multiple States, USA

        Cahokia Unit School District – Art Educator  .  Cahokia, Illinois

        East St Louis Christian Activity Center – Art Program Co-Coordinator  .  East St. Louis, Illinois

        Southwestern Illinois College – Featured Artist – Juried Exhibition  .  Belleville, Illinois

        McKendree University Gallery – Featured Artist – Juried Exhibit  .  Lebanon, Illinois