We recently connected with Arrogant Kei and have shared our conversation below.

Arrogant, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today Are you able to earn a full-time living from your creative work? If so, can you walk us through your journey and how you made it happen?

Yes, I’ve been able to earn a full-time living from my creative work, but it took time, consistency, and adaptability. My journey started with digital art, and early on, I relied heavily on commission work to bring in income. As my audience grew, I expanded into selling prints of my work, which helped create a more stable revenue stream. Eventually, I launched a clothing line featuring my art, allowing me to diversify my income further.

It wasn’t an overnight success. I had to build my brand, market myself effectively, and create work that truly resonated with people. Social media played a huge role in my growth, helping me connect with collectors and supporters who believed in my vision. Over time, I transitioned away from commissions to focus more on selling my own products.

Some major milestones included my first sold-out clothing release, hosting my own art shows, and seeing my work featured in galleries and exhibitions worldwide. If I could have sped up the process, I would have focused earlier on creating scalable income streams, like prints and apparel, rather than relying so much on one-off commissions. I also would have put more effort into marketing and storytelling around my work from the beginning.

Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.

My name is Keigan Harrington, and I am a 28-year-old digital artist and clothing designer. I was born in Trinidad & Tobago and raised in both Brooklyn, New York, and Atlanta, Georgia. My work explores the emotional and metaphysical aspects of the human experience, often depicting out-of-body experiences, astral figures, and intense emotional states in a way that resonates deeply with people.

How I Got Into My Industry

My journey into digital art started as a way to visualize my thoughts and emotions during times of uncertainty. As I created more, I saw how much people connected with my work, which pushed me to explore it further. Over time, I transitioned from commission-based work to selling prints and apparel featuring my artwork, allowing me to create a more sustainable career.

What I Create

I offer a mix of digital artwork, prints, and a clothing line inspired by my visuals. My brand transforms art into wearable pieces, allowing people to engage with it beyond traditional mediums. I also occasionally take on special projects and collaborations, like sculptures and gallery exhibitions, to expand the ways in which my work can be experienced.

What Sets Me Apart

My art is deeply personal yet universal. It captures feelings that are often hard to put into words. I focus on themes of self-reflection, transformation, and emotional duality, blending surrealism with human connection. My work has been showcased in places like Times Square, Japan, Los Angeles, and Paris, and I have held my own art shows as well as gallery exhibitions in Atlanta.

What I’m Most Proud Of

One of my biggest milestones was hosting my own solo art shows, where I was able to create an immersive experience around my work. Another defining moment was seeing people resonate so deeply with my pieces that they wanted to wear them. It showed me that my art was more than just an image. It was something people wanted to carry with them.

What I Want People to Know About My Work

Every piece I create is meant to evoke emotion and introspection. I want my work to speak to people on a subconscious level, making them feel seen, understood, and connected to something bigger. Whether through prints, clothing, or large-scale installations, my goal is to continue pushing artistic boundaries and expanding the ways my art can be experienced.

We’d love to hear the story of how you built up your social media audience?

I started posting my art on social media without any expectations. I was just curious to see how people would react and never really thought about building an audience. At first, it was just about sharing what I created, but over time, I noticed each post started gaining more attention. The numbers kept growing, and I realized that people were connecting with my work in a way I hadn’t expected. That’s when I started to take social media more seriously as a tool to share my vision with a larger audience.

For anyone just starting to build their social media presence, my biggest advice is to stay consistent and focus on making work that resonates with you first. The right audience will naturally find you if you are authentic in your creations. Engagement matters too, so interact with people who support your work and keep them invested in your journey. Experiment with different types of content, pay attention to what gets the best response, and refine your approach over time. It’s a slow build, but if you stay patient and consistent, your audience will grow.

What do you find most rewarding about being a creative?

The most rewarding aspect of being an artist is seeing how my work resonates with people on a deeper level. Art has the power to express emotions and experiences that are often difficult to put into words, and when someone tells me that my work made them feel understood or inspired, that’s the best feeling. Knowing that something I created can make someone stop, reflect, or even see a part of themselves in it makes all the challenges of being an artist worth it. It’s also rewarding to have the freedom to bring my ideas to life without limitations and to constantly push the boundaries of my creativity.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://arrogantkei.net/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arrogantkei?igsh=aTl0OGo1MjRpNDVn&utm_source=qr
• Twitter: https://x.com/arrogantkei?s=21
• Youtube: https://youtube.com/@arrogantkei?si=HKtodvmjhrDgmjOd