Julie Kesti, Bodywork and Art

About Me

julie kestiHi!  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.


Julie loves you!

Latest from the Blog

Jun 18, 2013

things to click-read-see-love #28

things to click-read-see-love #28: writing first drafts, becoming “an artist,” comic books + more!

Jun 14, 2013

friday love note!

What’s worth doing even if you fail?

Jun 12, 2013

writing workshop this sunday!

a few spots left in this Sunday’s workshop! join us!

today i saw (6.12.13)

We’re moving! This weekend. Just across town, not out of China. I can’t remember if I’ve mentioned this here, yet, because it’s been a little up in the air. But papers have finally been signed and packing has begun. And procrastinating from packing that starts with thoughts like, “I wonder what that show Nashville is all about?” . . .

Jun 10, 2013

things to click-read-see-love #27

Let’s start today’s selection of links with one about the Dragon Boat Festival!

Jun 7, 2013

friday love note!

but somehow I think the language of “give” and “receive” is more inviting than “do unto.” . . .

today i saw

Today I saw a row of trees speckled with white flowers. . .

Jun 6, 2013

fantasy island update: alternate canadian dreamscape secured!

You WERE my good luck charm! I AM going to Canada! Yes! Thank you!

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