RAY C. BROWN, JR.

MEDIUM

Drawing

ARTIST STATEMENT

“At its core art is communication. I am most eloquent when I communicate through drawing. I endeavor to create works evocative of my experiences and wonder at the natural world.”

ARTIST BIO

Ray graduated from college with a B.S. in visual communications and immediately delved into a career as an artist. While primarily based in Baltimore, Maryland, his hometown, he specialized in illustration and graphic design to meet commercial demands. Although he found fulfillment in his work, Ray harbored a deep desire to infuse his artistic talents with his love for nature, wildlife, and outdoor experiences. In 2002, seizing an opportunity, he relocated to California to pursue this passion full-time.

Ray’s artwork is a direct reflection of his firsthand encounters with nature. Drawing inspiration solely from his wilderness expeditions, he relies on these personal experiences as the foundation for his creative process, igniting his artistic endeavors.

Preferring simplicity in materials, Ray favors charcoal on paper as his medium of choice. With charcoal sticks, pencils, and powders on various paper types, he appreciates the versatility and straightforwardness of this medium. Despite its lack of color, charcoal allows him to convey depth and emotion through value, composition, and texture. Although challenging, this aspect of his craft serves as a daily wellspring of inspiration for Ray. Fueling his passion to communicate through drawing his love for nature.