Julie Kesti, Bodywork and Art

About Me

Hi!  I’m Julie.

I’m a Minnesotan living in Shanghai, and this the record of my adventures and artwork.

I like to write and mail letters.  I like to surprise people with bright colors and funny combinations. I like to take pictures.  I like to walk around.  I am a Sagittarius. Follow along with my work + adventures: blog, twitter, facebook, tumblr, pinterest, instagram.

I make paintings and drawings out of gouache, acrylic, watercolors, markers, ink and thread.  I make stories with pen and paper and copy machines. You can take a look at my artwork on my art page and etsy shop.

On the blog you’ll read about my experiences as an expat (person living abroad) in Shanghai, China. I’ve only been here a year. I happily request your comments and knowledge to add to my own–you can comment on any post. It is also a place to share my creative process, and a place to experiment. I occasionally post a project you can use at home, and have started a new artist interview series.

I am also a bodyworker (massage therapist) and can give you a fantastic hour or ninety minutes of shiatsu massage if you are in Shanghai. I was a birth doula for a while, and worked with birth professionals for many years. . . read more on the bodywork page.

Thanks for stopping by.