Kaitlyn dear
meet the artist
My why
When I first started my business, I was at a point in life where my creativity felt stifled. After getting my Bachelors Degree in Communication and Graphic Design in 2013, I spent years in corporate sales and customer service, finding myself yearning to create, connect, and share my love for art.
Spring of 2017, I found my husband's forgotten watercolor supplies and set up a small station at home. That was when everything changed. I painted every chance I could, becoming quickly obsessed with the medium. What started as a therapeutic, creative outlet, quickly became paid projects, artisan markets, workshops, and now, live painting.
The first time I painted live at a wedding in 2022, I witnessed the joy, laughter, and happy tears it sparked among couples and their guests. I realized that I was doing the heart work I've always known I was capable of. In that moment, I knew this path was calling me.
Live wedding painting and guest portraits bring something truly meaningful and artful to every event. I am eternally grateful to get to work with incredible clients!
When I first started my business, I was at a point in life where my creativity felt stifled. After getting my Bachelors Degree in Communication and Graphic Design in 2013, I spent years in corporate sales and customer service, finding myself yearning to create, connect, and share my love for art.
Spring of 2017, I found my husband's forgotten watercolor supplies and set up a small station at home. That was when everything changed. I painted every chance I could, becoming quickly obsessed with the medium. What started as a therapeutic, creative outlet, quickly became paid projects, artisan markets, workshops, and now, live painting.
The first time I painted live at a wedding in 2022, I witnessed the joy, laughter, and happy tears it sparked among couples and their guests. I realized that I was doing the heart work I've always known I was capable of. In that moment, I knew this path was calling me.
Live wedding painting and guest portraits bring something truly meaningful and artful to every event. I am eternally grateful to get to work with incredible clients!
Client-Centricity → A refined, personalized approach where your vision is deeply considered and carefully brought to life.
From the moment you reach out, our journey begins.
Innovation → Creative solutions and value-driven entertainment designed to make a lasting impact.
we live by the following:
Client Experience
Integrity → Professionalism & Reliability is a top priority!
On the day-of, you can expect early arrival for us to set up, and create an interactive experience for you and your guests.
Afterwards, remaining artwork will be completed in the studio and an ETA will be provided.
I look forward to working with you!
Personally, I love starting with a discovery call to introduce ourselves, understand your goals, overall vision, and set expectations. But I am happy to connect via your preferred way of communication.
Through your client portal, you’ll have easy access to emails, contracts, and questionnaires to keep everything organized.
Check in points will be set up leading up to your event to ensure preparedness.
xo
Emily
My best friend is MARRIED! I hired Clexo to create a timeless piece of art for Vanessa and Josh to remember their wedding day forever, and Kaitlyn absolutely blew this out of the park.
Kaitlyn's work is incredibly sentimental and unique, not to mention how breathtakingly beautiful it is! Thank you again SO much for sharing your time and your talents with the bride and groom!
5/5
fun facts about me
I have painted over 3,500 people over the last 5 years!
One time I quit my corporate job in Detroit, sold all of my belongings, and lived in my van to travel out west for a few months. It was the best reset of my life! I'm not afraid to bet on myself.
When I'm not in the studio painting, I love spending time outdoors in our massive garden, and going on walks with my husband Dustin, and our two dogs, Bryce & Pepper.
Bonus Fact:
ClexO comes from ‘Cleo,’ the nickname (inspired by my astrology obsession) my friends affectionately gave me, & ‘xo’ (a nod to my Gossip Girl era).
it was 2012 when i made my instagram handle just so happened it became my business name as I continued to post my artwork there.
If you were wondering...I'm a Scorpio Sun, Capricorn Moon, Scorpio Rising & yes, I'll remember your sign too if you tell me!
