Brian Howard – Artist and Craftsman

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Brian Howard is a multidisciplinary artist whose work spans photography, printmaking, sculpture, woodworking, and film. With a deep appreciation for craftsmanship and materiality, his artistic journey has been shaped by a lifelong curiosity and a dedication to hands-on creation.

Howard's artistic foundation began with black and white photography at Colorado Mountain College, where he learned darkroom techniques and developed his eye for composition. A workshop with National Geographic photographer David Hiser further refined his instincts, teaching him to trust his artistic intuition. From this early experience, his creative practice expanded into other mediums.

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His journey continued with woodworking, where he honed his carving skills at Horsin' Around in Tennessee under the guidance of master carver Bud Ellis, creating a carousel horse. He later refined his expertise in bronze casting at Anderson Ranch in Colorado under the instruction of renowned sculptor and MacArthur Fellowship 'Genius Grant' recipient, John T. Scott. His bronze sculpture of Hasty, one of Copper Mountain’s first avalanche dogs, stands as a testament to his ability to capture movement and essence in form. His expertise in fabrication led him to collaborate with the Aspen Art Museum, where he constructed Hope Hippo by Allora & Calzadilla for the Restless Empathy show.

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His current artistic focus is printmaking, particularly monoprints created from hand-carved linocuts. This process blends precision with spontaneity, echoing the themes of impermanence and uniqueness that appear throughout his work. His series Snowflakes, No Two Are the Same exemplifies this approach, using water-based inks on paper to explore nature’s ephemeral beauty through a meticulous yet unpredictable medium.

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Beyond his personal practice, Howard has worked extensively in art handling and logistics, ensuring the safe transportation and installation of fine art. His collaborations with Alpine Art Logistics and other institutions have deepened his understanding of the art world from creation to curation.

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Howard’s creative spirit extends beyond the studio. A lifelong adventurer, he has filmed elite telemark skiers, documented landscapes, and embraced off-grid building. Each of these experiences informs his artistic voice, blending technical skill with an appreciation for nature’s raw, unrepeatable moments.

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Through his work, Howard invites viewers to consider the balance between structure and spontaneity, tradition and experimentation. Whether through sculpture, printmaking, or craftsmanship, his art reflects a dedication to process and the pursuit of the unexpected.

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