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Rafi and Klee
@rafiandklee.bsky.social
Artists, musicians, dreamers, and professional chaos coordinators. 🌈✨
Creators of art, jewelry, music, and a little bit of mayhem. 💃🎸
🎨 Oil City, PA | 📦 We ship worldwide!
✌️ Life's too short for boring walls or dull jewelry.
Rafi here! I think we spend way too much of our lives trying to fold ourselves up into neat little boxes so we don’t accidentally bump into anyone else’s comfort zone. We’re taught to be “ethereal” or “pretty” or “composed,” but honestly, there is a certain kind of…
February 18, 2026 at 9:25 PM
Klee here! I’ve been thinking a lot lately about how we all have this small, stubborn glow that stays lit even when life feels like a cold, rainy Wednesday. This piece is centered around a pink-orange fire Labradorite that looks less like a stone and more like a captured…
February 18, 2026 at 2:21 PM
Pretty In Pink – Collab Lab Art Show

We invite you to immerse yourself in the Collab Lab’s latest curated collection, where the color pink transcends the ordinary. From bold, energetic abstracts and intricate mosaics to serene tea moments and reimagined classics, this show explores the depth,…
Pretty In Pink – Collab Lab Art Show
We invite you to immerse yourself in the Collab Lab’s latest curated collection, where the color pink transcends the ordinary. From bold, energetic abstracts and intricate mosaics to serene tea moments and reimagined classics, this show explores the depth, power, and surprising versatility of a single hue. Take your time to explore the gallery and appreciate the incredible craftsmanship of these talented creators.
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February 17, 2026 at 6:53 PM
Happy Valentine’s Day! Love comes in so many different forms, and since meeting this amazing woman, I’ve been lucky enough to experience them all.

Falling in love with who I am was the first step… it’s what allowed me to finally love another person fully. But falling in…
February 15, 2026 at 1:01 AM
Why do we pull from past darkness when the moment is now? We wrote "The Happy Song" years ago to remind ourselves that joy doesn't need a reason. Don't wait for the storm, revel in the light of today. It’s alright to…

https://rafiandklee.com/our_music/the-happy-song-music-by-better-on-the-drums/
February 13, 2026 at 12:10 AM
Dear Artist, Don’t Give Up! By Rafi Perez

"This isn't a guidebook to follow the rules. It's a call to arms for creative rebels." Have you ever looked at your art and wondered, "Why am I even doing this?" Have you felt the weight of self-doubt or the urge to just throw in the towel? Dear Artist,…
Dear Artist, Don’t Give Up! By Rafi Perez
"This isn't a guidebook to follow the rules. It's a call to arms for creative rebels." Have you ever looked at your art and wondered, "Why am I even doing this?" Have you felt the weight of self-doubt or the urge to just throw in the towel? Dear Artist, Don’t Give Up is your "rogue companion" for those exact moments. This isn’t your typical, dry motivational book.
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February 12, 2026 at 10:00 PM
OPEN CALL HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO MARCH 14th! Prism In The Frost - Oil City

“Prism in the Frost” invites artists to showcase vibrant works that illuminate the beauty of winter's icy stillness. With submissions due by March 14th. This…

https://rafiandklee.com/open_calls/open-call-prism-in-the-frost/
February 12, 2026 at 7:19 PM
Klee Here! What started as a little experiment in the studio turned into something I’m absolutely obsessed with.

I found these spectacular double-terminated Labradorite crystals with that deep green and gold flash, and I knew I had to find a way to let that light speak…
February 8, 2026 at 5:44 PM
Time for fun! Tickets are available for our mask making party at The Exchange! $35 for two cocktails and Supplies (Masks, feathers, paints, sparkly bit, and more! Limited spots available, get your tickets now before…

https://rafiandklee.com/bringing-bourbon-street-to-seneca-street-in-oil-city-what/
February 5, 2026 at 5:02 PM
OIL CITY! Mark your calendars because Bourbon Street is coming to Seneca Street and we are excited. We'll be doing a mask making workshop on the 11th that you can then show off during the Mardi Gras Crawl on Seneca…

https://rafiandklee.com/bringing-bourbon-street-to-seneca-street-in-oil-city-what/
February 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM
We are getting ready to go live tonight and have some fun! Our Love And Jazz Hands Live Stream event is tonight 1-30-26 at 5pm Eastern time! We’ll be chatting it up telling you stories from when Klee and I met. We’ll be showing off some new jewelry and art created with…
January 30, 2026 at 8:14 PM
Our house is 55 degrees while I wait for the boiler to recover. As I reflect, I think, messy, honest, and entirely ours. There is no map for this life, only the opportunity to create your own. We learn so much, just…

https://rafiandklee.com/5-surprising-lessons-from-15-years-of-creative-chaos/
January 28, 2026 at 3:16 PM
Our story started with a bonfire argument in 2008 and led to two years in a '92 Ford Explorer. From Pensacola to our dream house in Oil City, we’ve built a wild life as artists. 15 years later, I’m still…

https://rafiandklee.com/our-love-story-from-a-92-ford-explorer-to-rafi-and-klee-studios/
January 26, 2026 at 8:16 PM
Western PA is officially disappearing under a foot of snow. As a former Chicagoan, I’m not shook, but I am already dreading the shoveling. If the roads stay closed, Klee and I might have to strap on old tennis rackets to…

https://rafiandklee.com/time-to-hunker-down-big-winter-storm-on-the-horizon/
January 24, 2026 at 9:08 PM
Struggling to switch from "business brain" back to the art studio brain? I’ve been stuck in the gears lately, trying to control online stuff instead of creating. My solution is a project quarantine: let it sit, trust the…

https://rafiandklee.com/when-your-art-brain-refuses-to-leave-business-mode/
January 23, 2026 at 4:33 PM
Tickets Are On Sale Now For Our Mardi Gras Mask Making Workshop At The Exchange! Join Us On February 11th! Two Cocktails Drink tickets, supplies, masks, and Klee and I there with you creating something awesome! All for $35 (on sale) Limited spots available, get your tickets now before the gone and…
2-11-26 FEBRUARY Mardi Gras Mask Making with Rafi and Klee – Art Night At The Exchange
What’s Included: All Art Supplies: materials and canvas. Expert Guidance: Hands-on help from Rafi and Klee. 2 Craft Cocktail: To toast to your newfound creativity. Take home your masterpiece at the end of the event. We always have a blast at these events! IF You Would Like To Be Contacted By Phone Or Email To Reserve Tickets Click Here or Simply Purchase Your Tickets Below (Preferred Method).
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January 22, 2026 at 7:06 PM
2026 is moving fast. We are back on YouTube, relaunching the podcast, and taking over Art Night at The Exchange. From the Oil City Curb Market to starting the Art Syndicate and a possible Mural Fest, we are everywhere. Visit…

https://rafiandklee.com/this-year-is-going-to-be-insanely-awesome-for-us/
January 19, 2026 at 10:12 PM
CALL FOR ARTISTS – Prism in the Frost

This show explores the stunning contrast between the stark, quiet beauty of a Pennsylvania winter and the bold, kaleidoscopic colors that live within our imagination. Featuring a diverse collection of work from local creators, Prism in the Frost is a visual…
CALL FOR ARTISTS – Prism in the Frost
This show explores the stunning contrast between the stark, quiet beauty of a Pennsylvania winter and the bold, kaleidoscopic colors that live within our imagination. Featuring a diverse collection of work from local creators, Prism in the Frost is a visual reminder that even in the coldest months, creativity burns bright.
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January 17, 2026 at 7:22 PM
We’re starting a project in our region called the Oil City Art Syndicate. A connection place for artists, writers, and musicians to gather, connect, share resources, and collab. Let’s make some…

https://rafiandklee.com/the-oil-city-art-syndicate-are-you-a-nw-pa-creative-looking-for-your-people/
January 14, 2026 at 11:43 PM
We look like babies in this picture, Soon it will be 17 years that we have been on this creative journey together! And on January 30th we are going to have an open studio live stream where we will celebrate love and give…

https://rafiandklee.com/love-jazz-hands-and-the-secret-to-16-years-of-magic/
January 11, 2026 at 9:25 PM
So, the 2026 “Love Is” calendars were officially sold out… YAY! Then I got a phone call from my dad.

He told me he wanted one, and the little kid in me got so excited that my dad actually wanted my art on his wall that I didn’t just order one… well I ordered eleven. It’s…
January 10, 2026 at 3:18 PM
UPDATE! Just got my tax exemption back! Turns out my gut was right, a "pencil pusher" interpreted the law wrong. Since November, I’ve been emailing, calling, and even "ambushing" our Rep to fix this. Laws need to catch up to us…

https://rafiandklee.com/victory-for-the-artists-but-the-war-isnt-over/
January 8, 2026 at 5:56 PM
I recently received a letter from Blick Art Materials informing me that the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue has decided that the production of artwork does not qualify as "exempt manufacturing" under…

https://rafiandklee.com/the-art-isnt-real-tax-fiasco-a-love-letter-to-the-pa-dept-of-revenue/
January 7, 2026 at 7:48 PM
You are inherently perfect just doing your personal best with whatever bandwidth you have today. Some days your best is a masterpiece, and other days your best is just putting on pants. So, go out there and do your best today,…

https://rafiandklee.com/the-guide-to-realizing-youre-already-perfect/
January 6, 2026 at 3:49 PM
You’re hunched over a desk like a gargoyle, your neck is making sounds like a gravel driveway, and you’ve just spent three hours drawing a single left hand that still looks like a bunch of overcooked sausages. It may not be…

https://rafiandklee.com/what-no-one-tells-you-about-becoming-an-artist/
January 4, 2026 at 5:26 PM