In this episode of ‘The UpNUp Podcast’, world renowned Artist, Creative and Philanthropist himself, Keegan Hall, takes us along a journey of truly listening to your passion and then following it.
From an early upbringing filled with a passion for the arts, along the journey there’s been many pivots and obstacles to overcome. From his days of leading a successful sales career for the Seattle Supersonics, to venturing out into the start-up world, it all eventually brought him back to his true gift/calling, which is creating art, but this time around its for a greater purpose.
Using his iconic art creations to fuel his philanthropic passions, he’s been able to raise over $600k and counting, for countless charities and people in need, and he’s only just getting started.
This story is definitely one to keep us all on #TheUpNUp
Intro – 0:00 The role ART plays in the progress of our world/society – 6:05
Early life/upbringing – 8:50
Advice for the youth on how to balance social life & passions – 14:13
Being one of the TOP ART STUDENTS in University of Washingtons Art program – 16:31
Giving up on art to go work for Seattle Supersonics after college – 22:29
Overcoming the unexpected passing of his Mother & getting inspired to get back to ART – 29:45
His process when it comes to his Pencil-Art creation style – 33:49
The Power of Social media for artists/creatives – 37:36
Raising over $600k+ for charities through his Iconic art pieces – 43:56
Keegan’s advice to his younger self – 48:31
