Introducing Preslie Such

Artist and Designer - Preslie Such aims to discover the intersection between utility and art. Based in Lafayette, Louisiana, she holds a degree in Studio Art (B.A.)  and History (B.A.) from Louisiana State University (2023). It was here that she evolved her foundation for creating & producing work that starts from within. 

While studying, Preslie was drawn to the world of three-dimensional design and the act of shaping raw materials into something tangible - something with presence. Since graduating, this mantra has followed her & shifted into making present objects a form of self expression. Now, she likes to find the intersection of function, playfulness, and personalization. She arranges objects that are meant to be held, used, and loved. From hand-thrown mugs to thoughtfully crafted apparel, Preslie’s work is a reflection of her belief that the things we surround ourselves with should feel personal, international, and an extension of ourselves.  

Beyond her personal practice, Preslie is dedicated to fostering the arts and expanding her love for the act of creation. She is a co-owner of Scrappie Studio, an art supply + community art studio in Lafayette, Louisiana. Here, she aims to continue to make art accessible for her community while giving other artists the chance to share and sell their work. Preslie also freelances in digital marketing - helping brands and individuals grow their audience on social media & various online channels. 

Looking ahead, Preslie hopes to continue to not only create objects, but also experiences. She hopes to continue to expand her creative practice alongside her art business. Preslie aims to build a community that values the work of artists, craftsmanship, and the intention of things made by hand. Because when something is created with intention, you don't just see it, but you feel it too. 

Who makes up your art circle?

My circle is made up of people who notice things. Who feels deeply. Who shows up with intention. It’s not about who's “an artist” and who’s not, in my opinion, it’s about how you move through your world. My art circle includes anybody who sees the world through a creative lens and sometimes even those who don’t realize they do. Some people create with oil paints, others with writing. Some write songs & others shape energy in a room through movement. Creativity lives in more people than we think. 

How do you expand your art circle?

I expand my circle by stepping outside my own mediums & learning the language of other artists. Whether it's how a dancer feels rhythm, how a ceramicist moves with clay, how a filmmaker tells time. Understanding other people’s crafts has shown me new ways to approach my own. It’s made me more open, more collaborative. When you see the value in different creative expressions, your own creativity doesn’t just grow but it transforms.

What value do you see in having a creative community?

I think art is already everywhere without realization. It's the way we dress, the way we speak, the spaces we build, the stories we tell, the food we eat, etc. It’s so deeply embedded in the way we live that half the time, people don’t even realize they’re engaging with art & that’s the value. Creative community isn’t some extra thing: it’s the heartbeat of culture, connection, and even healing. To be in community with other creatives is to be reminded that none of this is surface-level and that it all matters.

How does your artistic approach contribute to your community?

I think the funny thing is that community has always been my approach. Even when I’m alone in the making, in the mess of it all, in the quiet vulnerability of shaping something from nothing, I’m never truly alone. I’m carrying stories, voices, gestures, grief, laughter, etc. Everything that’s ever held me or pushed me forward. And yes, my process feels deeply personal, as it is for so many of us, but personal doesn’t mean isolated. It's the community that holds the container and reminds me why I create in the first place. History shows us again and again: movements, revolutions, cultural shifts were all born from people showing up for one another. Art has always lived in the middle of there too. In the circle, in the crowd, in the shared meal, in the streets, in the passing down of something sacred. So no matter how individual the work may seem, it’s community that keeps it alive.