Artist + Creative Director bridging fine art and brand

Contemporary portraiture exploring femininity, beauty, and material culture

Campaign & creative leadership for legacy and emerging brands

Bad Talents® is the creative identity of Shelby Alexander, a multidisciplinary artist + creative director working at the intersection of fine art, brand, and culture.

Shelby exhibits fine art in galleries and museums across the U.S., while also leading creative work for some of the world’s most iconic brands—including Barbie and Procter & Gamble. Her work bridges cultural storytelling, strategic design, and bold visual direction across commercial and artistic contexts.

Ellsworth Artist Residency, Art Share LA / Los Angeles, CA / Oct 10, 2024 - Jan 9, 2025

Château d'Orquevaux Artist Residency / Champagne, France / May - June 2025

LA Design Week, Location TBD / Los Angeles, CA / Fall 2026