Ryan Michael Kelly graduated from The School of Visual Arts, New York City in 2004. Ryan majored in photography earning his B.A. and was awarded the Le Book 2004 prize. After graduating Ryan began shooting fashion editorials for Vogue, Vanity Fair, and Elle's International editions. In no time he began shooting for some of the worlds biggest brands including Nike, Maybeline, Pantene, Bloomingdales and many others. During the pandemic Ryan decided to close his photography studio in Brooklyn and relocate to the gulf coast of Florida and begin his painting career. Ryan currently lives in Venice, Florida, with his wife Lauren and dog Douglas. He now plans to make his life long dream of being a full time painter come true.