Artist's Statement
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My art is a journey of rediscovery\, healing\, and connection. Aft er stepping away from creative pursuits for many years to focus on raising a family\, advancing my education\, and serving in the military\, I found my way back to the canvas through a simple suggestion from my wife: to dr aw our family dog\, Max. That single act of creation rekindled a dormant p assion and reminded me of the profound peace and clarity that art brings t o my life.
\nWorking primarily in ink\, graphite\, watercolor\, colo red pencil\, and charcoal\, I use my art as a space to process my thoughts and experiences. My creative practice is deeply intertwined with my famil y\, serving as a bridge between the memory of my late mother&mdash\;who fi rst nurtured my childhood talents-and my daughter Abigail\, who now draws alongside me. Whether capturing the quiet dignity of a beloved subject or exploring new creative techniques\, my work is a testament to the joy of c reation\, resilience\, and the unwavering support of those I love.
\nArtist's Bio
Brad Munson is a Sandy\, Utah -based artist whose creative roots trace back to his childhood in Soda Spr ings\, Idaho. Nurtured by his parents\, who provided him with a dedicated art room\, Brad spent his early years actively competing in school art com petitions\, participating in local fairs\, and displaying his work at the café\; where he worked. Following his high school graduation in 2000 \, Brad joined the Army National Guard\, serving two consecutive deploymen ts in the wake of 9/11. He subsequently relocated to Utah\, where he balan ced family responsibilities\, military service\, and night school to earn dual degrees in Business Marketing and Graphic Design. During this demandi ng season of life\, Brad&rsquo\;s personal artistic pursuits were temporar ily placed on hold.
\nA new chapter began in 2013 when Brad married his wife\, Jessica\, blending their families to include their five childre n&mdash\;Zach\, Alysa\, Iszak\, Collin\, and Abigail&mdash\;along with the ir three dogs. In 2021\, Brad tragically lost his mother to Covid. As a li felong champion of his creativity\, her passing deeply affected him. The f ollowing year\, Jessica encouraged Brad to draw Max\, a beloved family dog originally gifted to the children by his late mother. This profound exerc ise reignited his artistic passion.
\nToday\, Brad balances his crea tive life with his continued service as a Veteran in the US Army Reserves\ , marking 25 years of service. Working across ink\, graphite\, watercolor\ , colored pencil\, and charcoal\, he has rediscovered the deep fulfillment that art provides. He frequently shares his studio time with his youngest daughter\, Abigail\, passing on the same love for drawing that his mother once fostered in him.
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