Sydney Falkner, known professionally as SYD, is a fine artist and founder of By SYD, a creative brand based in Wilmington, NC that blends art, design, and entrepreneurship. With nearly a decade of professional experience, Sydney has built a multi-faceted business encompassing original and commissoned artwork, live painting experiences, wearable art, curated home goods, and multiple streams of creative revenue. Known for her distinct and recognizable visual brand, Sydney's work can be found in private residences, commercial spaces, and galleries throughout the Carolinas. She has showcased her work at major events including Art Basel Miami and Palm Beach, and was recently featured in Architectural Digest.