Major Arts

Brian Major, painter and muralist, is an artist whose attention to light, color and the preservation of classical art styles has brought him recognition within the art community. Brian’s sensitivity and passion for art transform his brush strokes into masterpieces. His use of light and color reveal a vivid attention to detail that sets an inspiring mood and brings his art to life.

Brian is accomplished in many mediums, which include oils, acrylics, pencils, and chalk. Much of his work incorporates, and has been influenced by, the European Old World Styles, such as his recreations of the masters from the Baroque period. The scope of Brian’s work is held in both public displays and private collections – paintings, portraiture, murals, and (n)ever-lasting chalk art. For several years Brian has worked as the featured artist on special projects for the Bellevue Art Museum, and Bellevue Square in Washington State. Because he is driven to share his talents with others, he teaches budding artists on an ongoing basis in his local community.

Let Brian put his talent and creativity to work for you. Whether it is in the form of original art work created just for you, a reproduction of your favorite classical masterpiece, portraiture, or a custom designed wall mural, Brian Major can bring your visions to life.

EDUCATION

Jeannie Hudon School of Fine Art, Manchester N.H. 1974 – 1983
Whatcom Community College, Bellingham WA. Water Colors, Art, 1996
Western Washington University, Bellingham WA. Life drawing classes, 1997 – 1999

PERFORMANCES & EXHIBITS

Vancouver Street Festival, Vancouver WA. Featured chalk muralist, created 10’ x 10’ mural of a 1500th century cupid, two day event. August 2007

Seattle Chalk Walk, Harbor Steps, Seattle WA. Featured chalk muralist, created 14’ x 16’ mural of the Seattle’s West Edge Neighborhood, three-day event. June 2007

Fall City Days, Fall City WA. Performance art, featured chalk muralist, created 8’ x 8’ mural, one-day event. June 2006 & 07

Seattle Art Museum, Grand Opening Marathon, Seattle WA. Performance art, created chalk mural of Takashi Murakami, Flower Ball, 10’ x 10’, two-day event. May 2007

Showcase Tacoma, Tacoma Art Museum, Tacoma WA. Featured chalk muralist, recreated da Vinci, Girl holding an Ermine, one-day event. August 2006

Bellevue Art Museum Fair, Bellevue Art Museum, Bellevue WA. Performance art chalk mural, created a classical piece recognizable by the general public, 10’ x 20’, three-day event. July 2000 – 2007

Faces for Life, Fund raiser for the Puget Sound Blood Center, Bellevue WA. Painted 3 masks for auction, sponsored by The Collection, which comprises of Bellevue Square, Lincoln Towers, and Bellevue Place, Bellevue WA. The masks were a series and used in several publicity campaigns to promote the event. Also, created a painting in Bellevue Square to promote the event, which was auctioned off at the Gala event. March 2006

Auburn Super Mall, Auburn WA. Created an interior wall mural with children from the local Boys & Girls Club. This mural hangs on the wall of the Nordstrom’s Rack. Two day event. May 2006

ChalkWalk at the Corners, Bellevue WA. Featured and lead 9 other artist to create chalk murals for this event. Also, created my own chalk (masterpiece) mural, two-day event. August 2001–2003

Seattle Public Library, Grand Opening, Seattle WA. Created a chalk mural, one-day event. May 2004

Whistler Art and Music Event, Whistler, B.C., Canada. Featured chalk muralist, created an 8’ x 10’ mural, one-day event. July 2004

Faces for Life, Puget Sound Blood Center fund raiser, Bellevue WA. Painted 3 masks, one commissioned by Bellevue Square, the other by Seasport Boats and one a personal contribution. Each mask was reproduced in banner size and displayed to promote the event. September 2003

Seattle Summer Stop, Seattle WA. Performance art, featured chalk muralist, created a chalk mural, one-day event. August 2003

Blaine Art Center, Blaine WA. Solo painting exhibit. July 2002

Allied Arts, Bellingham WA. Painting exhibit. December 2001

PUBLICATIONS

TV Coverage

King5 News, Seattle WA. Interview w/ Tim Robinson – promoting Chalk Walk Seattle WA. June 29 & 30 2007

Komo4 News, Seattle WA. Interview w/ Tim Robinson – promoting Chalk Walk Seattle WA. June 29 & 30 2007

NWCN – North West Cable News. Segment on ChalkWalk at the Corners. August 2003

Newspapers

Seattle Times Newspaper, Seattle WA. Numerous articles and photographs from chalk events. Advertisements and inserts covering ChalkWalk at the Corners and The Bellevue Art Museum Fair. During the months of July & August for the past seven years.

Seattle Post Intelligence News Paper. Similar articles and promotion used as in the Seattle Times. During the months of July & August for the past seven years.

Bellingham Herald. Pictures of chalk murals. July 2005 & 2006

Magazines

Seattle Metropolitan Magazine, Seattle WA. Half-page advertisement for Bellevue Art Museum. July 2007

Seattle Magazine, Seattle WA. Full-page photograph of a chalk mural with the tile of “Best Choice for Summer Activities”. August 2004

Pique News Magazine, Whistler, B.C., Canada. Article advertisement for Whistler Music and Arts Festival. July 2004

Bellevue Downtown, Bellevue WA. Display pictures of chalk murals in the summer edition. 2003

Be Magazine, Bellevue WA. Advertisement and articles covering ChalkWalk. Fall 2002 & 2003

There has been additional media coverage that I am not aware of; For example, last year, the Mona Lisa (mural for the Bellevue Art Museum) was syndicated, thanks to the generous sponsorship of the Seattle Times Newspaper. The Bellevue Art Museum, Faces for Life, and other events have also used my artwork for promotional purposes in and around the Seattle WA area.