About Us
Trailside Expressions is a Colorado-based artist collaborative and small business founded by artist Kery O’Sullivan. Rooted in creativity, adventure, and community, Trailside Expressions supports artists who create meaningful work inspired by the outdoors, place, and lived experience.
What began as a solo art practice has grown into a collaborative platform representing multiple artists, offering original artwork, fine art prints, and creative goods. The collective emphasizes authenticity, sustainability, and creative connection — both in how art is made and how it is shared.
Much of the work represented by Trailside Expressions is created outdoors or inspired by time spent in nature, capturing moments of presence, movement, and reflection. The collaborative values art as a way to slow down, reconnect with the natural world, and foster curiosity and care for the environments that inspire us.
Vision and Values
Artist Collaboration and Support
Trailside Expressions:
- Represents and promotes multiple artists
- Helps artists start and grow their online careers
- Shares tools, knowledge, and encouragement across the collective
- Prioritizes collaboration over competition
This model allows artists to focus on creating while feeling supported in sharing their work.
Community Impact
Trailside Expressions strengthens the creative community by:
- Creating inclusive opportunities for emerging artists
- Participating in local art events and collaborations
- Sharing educational content that makes art and creative careers more accessible
Through both online and in-person engagement, the collective fosters connection between artists and the community.
Use of Grant Funding
Grant funding would support:
- Marketing efforts that highlight collaborative artists
- Shared digital tools and educational resources
- Community-focused creative projects and outreach
Funding would help Trailside Expressions expand its reach while supporting artists at early stages of their careers.
Values
- Collaboration: Artists supporting artists
- Accessibility: Making art and creative careers more attainable
- Authenticity: Honoring process, place, and lived experience
- Community: Building meaningful creative connections
- Sustainability: Respect for both people and the natural environments that inspire the work