
About Alla K.
About Alla K: Artist & Designer Creating Characters with Soul
Alla K. is a Brooklyn-based female artist whose work lives at the intersection of pop surrealism, visionary art, and playful character-based storytelling. Her art blends imagination and meaning—often centering expressive figures that reflect inner strength, transformation, and curiosity, a signature of her character-driven style.
Inspired by the energy of New York City and her experience as the daughter of immigrants who arrived in 1980, Alla creates bold, narrative-rich work that weaves together fashion, symbolism, and soul.
A largely self-taught artist, she has explored creative mediums throughout her life—from sketching and painting to digital design and fashion. With over two decades in the fashion industry, she honed a sharp eye for color, texture, and emotional storytelling. Today, those skills shape a visual language that continues to evolve across her growing body of artwork.


Studio to street: My work spans traditional paintings, public art, and immersive storytelling.
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The Evolution of O: A Character with Soul
O: A Vision, A Symbol, A Journey – More Than Just a Character
Alla K. began her creative journey in the late 1990s with a formal education in fashion design, which laid the foundation for a successful career in the industry. But her path as an artist took a transformative turn during the pandemic lockdown—a time of deep introspection and creative rebirth.
It was during this stillness that O came to life—a modern-day figure inspired by resilience, balance, and the inner strength we carry through life’s ups and downs. Through this evolution, my work began to center on character-based art—symbols in motion that reflect personal transformation and emotional depth. More than just a character, O became a reflection of Alla’s personal journey and an ever-evolving symbol of curiosity, transformation, and emotional truth.
Events
Upcoming Events
📍 Slap Town “Sticker Show” – June 6, 2025 | Indianapolis, IN
📍 Brooklyn Art Cave “Earth Day” – April 4, 2025 | Brooklyn, NY
📍 Jamm Gallery NJ “Glued – Underground Paste-Up Exhibit” – March 28, 2025 | Marlboro, NJ
📍 Brooklyn Art Cave “The Art of Femme” – March 21, 2025 | Brooklyn, NY
📍 The Annex “Sticker Art Show” – March 4, 2025 | New London, CT
📍 Jamm Gallery NJ “228 Show” – February 28, 2025 | Marlboro, NJ
📍 Up-Mag “Neighborhood Series – Valentine’s Day” – February 14, 2025 | Brooklyn, NY
Past Events
📍 Curate NJ “Make it Pop” – November 9, 2024 | Raritan, NJ
📍 Brooklyn Art Cave “The Art of Dreams” – October 24, 2024 | Brooklyn, NY
📍 Pancakes & Booze Brooklyn Edition – October 3, 2024 | Brooklyn, NY
📍 Emergence Arts “Neighborhood Mural Project” – August 31, 2024 | Brooklyn, NY
📍 Jamm Gallery NJ “Graffiti Chronicles NJ Edition” – July 12, 2024 | Marlboro, NJ
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Art, Growth & Being Seen
Explore My Character-Based Art Journey
I’ve always believed that everyone has something unique to share with the world—for me, that something is art. Whether I’m showing work in a gallery, creating in my studio, or pausing to soak in a quiet moment of inspiration, each experience becomes part of my journey as a female artist in New York.
Putting both myself and my artwork out into the world hasn’t always come easy. I’ve had to move through self-doubt and stretch beyond my comfort zone. But embracing the process—messy, magical, and everything in between—has led me to a place of deeper creative expression, empowerment, and joy.
Through my art, I hope to connect, uplift, and share a piece of that journey with you. Whether it’s a dreamy landscape, a bold character like O, or a symbol tucked quietly in the background, every piece reflects the path I’m walking.
Thanks for being part of the adventure.
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Living Art
Each of my characters has her own spark, her own story, and her own emotional truth to share.
This body of character-based art is more than visual—it’s an emotional conversation. They’re more than illustrations—they’re living symbols of transformation, emotion, and the journey inward. Through this body of character-based art, I aim to create connections that reach beyond the visual—inviting you to pause, reflect, and maybe even see a little piece of yourself within them.
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