FOLA

b. 1993

Shade Pratt, the artist known as FOLA, is a Portland-based multidisciplinary creative with a unique journey from professional soccer player to designer & artist. Drawing on her diverse background in engineering, athletics, and design, she brings an insightful perspective to her art. Fola’s work is a vibrant reinterpretation of the familiar, blending bold colors, layered shapes, and dynamic shadows into playful yet thought-provoking stories. Each piece invites viewers to reconnect with their sense of wonder, using storytelling to reveal beauty and meaning in unexpected places. Through her art, Fola challenges us to look beyond the ordinary and find depth in simplicity.