Brea’n Thompson
Artist/Muralist
Navarre,FL
Summary
Professional Artist with keen eye for detail, color and composition. Track record of bringing projects to life through innovative ideas. Creates compelling, inspiring and engaging pieces. Consistently developing innovative techniques to encourage creativity and visual product improvement. Renowned artist experienced in oil paint medium and versatile in thematic experimentation. Disciplined and productive creative with diverse and varied portfolio showcasing personal evolution in artistic journey.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Artist
Self Employed
Navarre, Florida
01.2008 - Current
- Consulted with high end clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
- Made use of materials, such as oil, computer software, paints, and pencils to complete unique pieces.
- Researched industry trends and evaluated competitive pieces to enhance creativity and gather fresh ideas.
- Maintained and shared portfolios of artistic work to demonstrate styles, interests, and abilities with potential customers.
- Ordered and maintained adequate supply of materials, supplies, and equipment.
- Implemented artistic vision to give art purpose and meaning.
- Participated in creative brainstorming sessions to develop new ideas or improve existing ones.
- Developed art and design concepts.
- Participated in art exhibitions and shows to showcase work.
- Created custom drawings and paintings using fine oils, acrylics, and charcoal on high quality canvas.
- Built and maintained working relationships with galleries and other art venues.
- Coordinated with art galleries to arrange display and sale of artwork.
- Produced drawings and paintings for advertising campaigns and publications.
- Selected and purchased materials for art projects.
- Experimented with variety of styles and techniques to produce unique works of art.
- Identified concepts and created sketches for paintings and illustrations
- Collaborated with other artists on various art projects and installations.
- Created commissioned artwork for organizations and private clients.
- Developed illustrations for books and magazines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Apple Valley High School
Apple Valley, CA 08.2004 - 06.2008
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Riverside Community College
Riverside, CA 08.2009 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
University Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV 08.2014 - Current
Skills
Composition
Detail Oriented
Color Theory
Art history
Marketing and advertising
Oil painting
Problem Solving
Creativity
Originality
Time Management
Accomplishments
- Featured by Pixar as "Artists We love" 2020
- Commissioned by Jacob Lee to create a series of album covers.
- Donated artwork for a local chapter of the National Breast Cancer Foundation community fundraising event in 2019
- Created cover art for the book Janus Paradox 2019
- Recognized in Wichita Falls Living for Murals around the city.
- Built a relationship with 9th Street Gallery to showcase pieces at several events.
Exhibits, Publications
- Infinity Art Room Gallery online group show 2020
- Commissioned by Jacob Lee to create a series of album covers.
- Donated artwork for a local chapter of the National Breast Cancer Foundation community fundraising event in 2019
- Hotter Than Hell Group Show 2019
- Created cover art for the book Janus Paradox
- Published in Beyond Words Magazine 2020
- Recognized in Wichita Falls Living for Murals around the city.
- Built a relationship with 9th Street Gallery to showcase pieces at several events.
- Solo exhibit at 9th Street Studios February 2020
- Online Group Show with WOWxWOW 2022
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
University Las Vegas
08.2014 - Current
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Riverside Community College
08.2009 - 06.2010
Artist
Self Employed
01.2008 - Current
High School Diploma -
Apple Valley High School
08.2004 - 06.2008