about me
“I create through adversity—turning struggle into movement, and movement into meaning. What tried to break me became the blueprint, and every piece I make is a rhythm only the soul can hear.”
Biography
and Artist Statement
My art is a dance—imperfectly perfect, instinctive, and alive. Losing my eyesight didn’t stop me from creating; it gave me a new language. One shaped by energy, emotion, and intuition. I began to move differently. To feel differently. And in that shift, my purpose became clear.
Every canvas is a reflection of my journey—textured, layered, and bold. I work with yarn, florals, glow-in-the-dark paint, and foam not just for aesthetics, but to create pieces you don’t just look at—you feel. My process is rooted in healing, storytelling, and presence. It’s about honoring what we carry, what we overcome, and what we’re still learning to become.
I’m Reggie McFly—a visually impaired, Chicago-based mixed media artist who paints with more than sight. I paint with soul. With memory. With truth. And I invite you to experience that truth, not through perfection—but through the beauty of becoming.
the soul behind the canvas
'Finally, a platform for the everyday visionary.
a space where purpose speaks louder than fame, and where those who express themselves through their art are finally seen, heard, and felt.”
The Vision of Illrational Thoughts
'Finally aplatform for the everyday visionary—where purpose speaks louder than fame, and those who live the art are finally seen, heard, and felt.”
the Illrational Thoughts
is more than a platform, it’s a movement to give a voice to the voiceless,not only to be heard, but to seen & felt. Founded by Reggie McFly, supporting emerging artists with the tools, knowledge, and community they need to grow their passions and live with purpose. Through art, conversation, and culture,
we aim to evoke creativity, evolve perspectives & build connection.
"Though we come from different backgrounds, with different perspectives and intentions, in art we find one another."
Discover
The ILLRationaL Thoughts
Explore a world of creativity and inspiration. Connect with like-minded individuals and embrace the unconventional.
