Whenever you're ready, we can help you in one of the following ways:
Schedule a free consultation and see if it makes sense to work with us. --> Click here.
In this episode of Wealth Wisdom, we sit down with Ryan Kelley, founder of Wire by Ryan, to talk about how he built a thriving art business creating one-of-a-kind wire, metal, wood, and stone sculptures—and what it really takes to make a living as an artist.
We dive into:
🎨 How Ryan went from making pieces in high school for brownies and pizza… to selling large-scale works for thousands of dollars
🌳 The incredible story behind his 13-foot welded steel tree installation in New Hampshire
🏛 The wildest (and most expensive) project he’s done—a 66-piece steel word wall for a luxury spa in Las Vegas
💡 How he defines “wealth” and the mindset shifts that helped him embrace his role as an artist and business owner
🏗 His boldest move yet: building Split Rock Studios, a two-family artist residence and creative space on a horse farm
🤝 Why community, networking, and showing up for others have been key to his success
A huge thank you to Ryan for sharing his journey, humor, and hard-earned wisdom. Stories like his are a reminder that turning your passion into a career is possible—with the right mindset, persistence, and a little creativity.
Wealth Wisdom aims to give you the insights and tools to navigate financial trends with confidence. Through conversations like these, we strive to make complex financial topics more accessible and actionable for everyone.
Join us on this journey as we explore the many facets of financial growth and well-being. Remember to subscribe and stay connected for more valuable perspectives from Fox Hill Wealth Management.
At Fox Hill Wealth Management, we believe wealth is about more than just money - it’s about financial freedom, confidence, and security. As a fee-only, fiduciary Registered Investment Advisor (RIA), we provide unbiased, expert financial guidance with your best interests at heart.
DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment, tax, or legal advice. Past market performance is not a guarantee of future results. Always consult with a financial professional before making investment decisions.
________________________________________________________________________
Follow along at:
👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fox-hill-wealth
👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foxhillwealth
👉 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FoxHillWealthManagement
Timestamps:
00:54 Ryan Kelly's Artistic Journey
01:52 Family Influence and Artistic Background
03:18 Exploring Ryan's Sculptures
04:15 Large-Scale Projects and Installations
09:23 Business Side of Art
11:25 Community and Collaboration
13:45 Balancing Multiple Ventures
16:36 Embracing the Artist Identity
18:50 The Beginnings of a Creative Journey
19:57 Embracing the Mindset Shift
21:07 Defining Wealth and Success
23:20 The Importance of Community and Learning
25:22 Formalizing the Art Business
29:01 Building Split Rock Studios
32:26 Rapid Fire Question
#WireSculpture #ArtBusiness #Artist #CreativeEntrepreneur #WealthWisdom #FoxHillWealthManagement
