a little about me

Hi, I am Rasheal, the owner and creator behind Created Art Co. I am a Dallas based, self-taught abstract artist and muralist who is unashamed of the gospel and loves to travel the world. It is truly a blessing that I get to live out my purpose using the gifts I was given in this way.

If I am being honest, I didn’t always know I wanted to be an artist full time. I got my degree in Marketing and Business Administration and I spent almost 15 years in corporate America doing everything from owning my own bakery to running training and development departments for large organizations. Art found me when I needed it most! Don’t get me wrong, I had always been creative, but not so much in the paint on a canvas or buildings kind of way. I was going through a particularly hard season of life (which most of us do at some point), and I needed a way to express all that was swirling around and building up inside of me. I decided to pick up a paint brush, and the rest is history… kind of. It took years of prayer, painting behind the scenes, gaining experience, building up confidence, and ultimately trusting the Lord to become a full time creator at the beginning of 2020!

I absolutely love creating, but it’s the process that keeps me captivated. My inspiration for my original abstract art comes from my faith. I will blast worship music, meditate on scripture, and marvel at His creation around me. When I do this, I can truly see the words and emotions in color. Sometimes an idea hits me like a tidal wave, and I can barely paint fast enough. Other times, a tiny seed is planted and watching it come to life is like watching a flower bloom.

Over time, my work has evolved and now includes murals, which are some of my favorite creations. I think it is because of how grand and impactful they are, but also because they are a way to partner with a client and help bring their vision to life. Whether it is for a business or a home, it is always a collaboration of creativity. Plus they are just a lot of fun!

My dream and hope in all of this, is to bring color, joy, and inspiration to others. We are all created for a purpose and created to create… something!  

lilly nugget (my goldendoodle)

Because every artist needs a great assistant!