UnKept Palace – The Boutique; 

ORIGINAL art (paintings & prints) + jewelry + sculpture, mixed media and MORE works for sale by Ava Palermo.

FULL DIGITAL STORE FRONT COMING LATE 2025!

“Regardless of the medium, UnKept Palace can be simply described as quirky, unique takes on the ‘ordinary’,

Often recontextualizes objects to take on different meanings. Inspired by paradoxical themes such as capturing antique aesthetics through a distinctly modern lens, or finding the beauty in the macabre.”

BASED IN SOUTH LOUISIANA — Available for custom projects and in person pop ups (with curations always reflecting the ideal atmosphere according to the needs and desires of each event — from unique to simple/coastal chic).

Explore The UnKept Palace (Departments Below)

  1. SCULPTURE (Functional and Non-Functional) — Decorative and practical scuplture & 3d mixed media

  2. JEWELRY — Handmade, unique pieces & made to order designs + complimentary customization

  3. FINE ARTOriginal, limited edition prints + photography, one of one paintings & 2d mixed media

TO INQUIRE ABOUT ANY OF THE FOLLOWING PIECES, pricing, unlisted works, in-person pop ups or any and all other information, please contact unkeptpalace@gmail.com.

Certificate of authenticity included with each unique piece.

Shipping, Custom Commissions, framing and gift wrapping options available.

FOR MORE INFO ON THE FOLLOWING PIECES; prices, unlisted works, in-person pop ups or any and all other information, please contact unkeptpalace@gmail.com.

Certificate of authenticity included with each unique piece.

Shipping, Custom Commissions, framing and gift wrapping options available.

SCULPTURE 

Functional and Non-Functional

Decorative & practical 3d pieces (jewelry holders)

“WORLD’S YOUR OYSTER” Ring and Jewelry Catch

Timelessly gorgeous adorned shell jewelry catches made from real oysters (ethically-sourced and created in south Louisiana by yours truly).

—Available with classic or antique silver, gold or brass touches.

—A (sustainable) fresh water pearl is PEARLmanently fastened to the center to keep jewelry in place.

—Garnished with subtle pearlescent pigments and hand painted.

—Water proofed + encased in a layer of resin for longevity. 

Ready and made to order options available. 

SCULPTURE Department

“TEA PARDI” Cake Box

Have your cake and eat it too with this decorative and functional one of one cake box.

—Hand sculpted using clay, real icing tools and a medley of light green and purple acrylic paint

—This conversation piece is also lined with black velvet to hold delicate and valuable items.

—Water proofed for longevity. 

“Splish Splash” Catch-All Tub dish

Make a splash with this mini bath-inspired tub, perfect for holding jewelry and other small items such as keys and perfume. 

—Aluminum shower head attached for hanging necklaces and other materials

—Hand-sculpted using polymer clay

—Painted white, water proofed and encased in resin for longevity

ONLY ONE CURRENTLY LEFT: Stainless steel design as pictured.

MADE TO ORDER OPTIONS AVAILABLE: Shower head optional. Pick from “new” or distressed silver, gold or brass shower head finishes .

“BAD GULL” — Decorative (One of One)

Standing on a wood platform at 9 inches tall — in super sick stompers — this BAD GULL is up to no good. 

—From the top of the pierced beak (made from a real septum ring) down to the boots (made with black vinyl to imitate leather), “Bad Gull” is a truly unique, one-of-a-kind piece

—With scrap materials used to assemble the base, BAD GULL was “hatched” using a variety of mixed media including wood, clay, paint, fabric and metal

—Subtle layers of matte and metallic blue and grey “feathers” painted on with acrylic

—Black Swarovski eyes 

INQUIRE TODAY: Once it’s gone it’s flown the nest for good! unkeptpalace@gmail.com

“BAD GULL” — Decorative (One of One)

Standing on a wood platform at 9 inches tall — in super sick stompers — this BAD GULL is up to no good. 

—From the top of the pierced beak (made from a real human septum ring) down to the boots (made with black vinyl to imitate leather), “Bad Gull” is a truly unique, one-of-a-kind piece

—With scrap materials used to assemble the base, BAD GULL was “hatched” using a variety of mixed media including wood, clay, paint, fabric and metal

—Subtle layers of matte and metallic blue and grey “feathers” painted on with acrylic

—Black Swarovski eyes 

INQUIRE TODAY: Once it’s gone it’s flown the nest for good! unkeptpalace@gmail.com

“RING FINGER” — Functional & Decorative ring holder 

Designed to resemble a real human finger while “wearing” rings for you

Hand sculpted with polymer clay over a metal, weighted base to prevent toppling over

Holds at least one ring (or more depending on weight)

Compatible with small and large ring sizes 

Ready made options available in both flesh tones and surreal colors. 

CUSTOMIZE select any color for the body and nail. Matte, metallic and glitter finishes available. 

SCULPTURE Department

FINE ART.

Original + limited edition prints (art & photography), one of one paintings and 2d mixed media

Non-Comprehensive; Explore “Original Photography + Project Portfolio” for photography collections. Contact unkeptpalace@gmail.com to see more of a certain style, request a commission and any other inquiries.

PAINTINGS ARE MOSTLY ACYLIC, INK AND OIL ON CANVAS. PRINTS COME ON ARCHIVAL PAPER. Certificate of authenticity included with each. Custom options + framing available: contact unkeptpalace@gmail.com to learn more.

ORIGINAL ART + PRINTS (Fine Art Section)

Inspired By Film & Television

ORIGINAL ART + PRINTS (Fine Art Section)

PHOTOGRAPHY PRINTS (Fine Art Section)

Non-Comprehensive; Explore “Original Photography + Project Portfolio” for photography collections. Contact unkeptpalace@gmail.com to see more of a certain style, request a commission and any other inquiries.

Polaroid Series

PHOTOGRAPHY PRINTS (Fine Art Section)

Original PHOTOGRAPHY Prints PT.2— Polaroid Series

JEWELRY

Handmade, unique pieces & made to order designs + complimentary customization

Certificate of authenticity + Care Card included with each piece. Contact unkeptpalace@gmail.com with any and all inquiries.

Original PHOTOGRAPHY Prints — Polaroid Series

These ethically-sourced, handmade works are reminders to HAVE FUN, not take life TOO seriously and enjoy the beauty while you’re still here, because even the grandest palace will fall one day).

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Original Photography + Project Portfolio