“Brian’s sculptures are majestic symphonies of form and storytelling that draw the observer into a world of frozen time”
— Morgan Weistling
PASSION AND PRECISION
Renowned artist Brian Keith, born in 1971, has gained national acclaim for his exceptional bronze artworks. His creations are characterized by meticulous attention to precise forms and a profound dedication to storytelling, seamlessly blending classical techniques with contemporary subjects that exude joy and wonder through his skillful execution.
Growing up in the East Bay of Northern California, Brian's artistic journey began at the age of 7 when he received fundamental training from his grandmother. Demonstrating extraordinary talent in high school, he was offered a prestigious four-year scholarship to the renowned Academy of Art in San Francisco. However, he chose a different path, declining the scholarship to pursue the study of Bible and art at Biola University in Southern California. Brian's passionate pursuit of full-time church ministry served as a powerful source of inspiration for his pursuit of creating extraordinary art.
In 2001, seeking to elevate his artistry to new heights, Brian was captivated by the passion and vision exhibited in the works of Morgan Weistling. This encounter led to a transformative mentorship, wherein Brian's artistic forte shifted towards three-dimensional clay sculpture. This multidimensional art form perfectly matched his strengths, blending artistic vision and design with the physical craft of the artist's hands, providing him with a powerful new vocabulary to express his creativity.
In 2005, Brian achieved a significant milestone in his career when he received a crucial commission: crafting a bronze portrait bust of former President Ronald Reagan. This exclusive limited edition of 200 sculptures has found its way into numerous private collections, as well as being showcased in the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum.
Not long after this success Developer Fred Bruning commissioned Brian to develop a sculptural art program for a plaza in Danville, California. For this project, he created "Imagine," a captivating narrative featuring an elderly man reading to his granddaughter, wherein the story magically comes to life before them. This whimsical masterpiece garnered Brian even more supporters and led to various other large-scale commissions.
In 2011, Brian received a remarkable honor as he was voted into the prestigious National Sculpture Society as an Elected Professional Sculptor. Today, his ever-expanding body of work encompasses collectors' fine art bronzes, life-size and monument-sized commissioned artworks that grace public and private collections across the United States. Throughout his artistic career, Brian's primary goal has been to inspire others to lead lives that leave a legacy of faith, hope, and love.
Brian Keith and his wife Lanisa, an award-winning Christian singer and songwriter, continue to reside in the East Bay of California with their four children: Malia, Jordan, Teah, and Nathan.
