# EP 26 - Creating a Life Through Art | Bryant Small | Visual Artist, Curator, and Co-Founder of KAAI

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Podcast: [Let's Talk: Passion & Purpose with Nicole Thomas](https://stenobird.com/podcast/let-s-talk-passion-purpose-with-nicole-thomas-7066006)
Published: 2025-07-10T23:42:04+00:00
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Duration seconds: 3450

## Resource

🎨 Episode Summary: In this inspiring episode of Let's Talk Passion and Purpose, Nicole Thomas sits down with Bryant Small—a celebrated visual artist, curator, and co-founder of KAAI—to explore the transformational power of embracing your creativity. From a pivotal moment of self-recognition in an art gallery to boldly blending art, curation, and social media, Bryant's journey is a testament to the power of owning your artistic identity at any stage of life.Bryant shares how his mother's influence, personal breakthroughs, and deep commitment to authentic expression have fueled his multifaceted career. He opens up about discovering alcohol ink as his medium of choice, curating from an artist's perspective, building community through art, and redefining what it means to be an artist in today's digital and AI-driven world. Whether you're a creative professional, an aspiring artist, or simply looking to reconnect with your passion, this episode offers practical wisdom, heartfelt encouragement, and an empowering reminder: art is a superpower, and there's room for everyone to create. 🎙️ Featured Guest:Bryant Small Visual Artist | Curator | Co-Founder of KAAI Known for vibrant alcohol ink art and intuitive expression Advocate for artist rights and education in business and branding Creator of the bFly777 brand Social Media Influencer and Educator Website: bfly777.com Instagram: @bfly777 | @bfly777faces TikTok: @bfly777 🔑 Key Topics Covered: Creative Beginnings: How a 2nd-grade math project sparked a lifetime of creativity The Power of Recognition: The moment Bryant declared, "I am an artist," and how it changed everything From Corporate to Creative: Letting go of traditional roles to fully embrace art as a calling The Role of Family: A heartwarming collaboration with his mothe…

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