Brianna Byrd was born in 1999 in Greenville, SC. She is completing her bachelor education at Coastal Carolina University in Conway, South Carolina. Byrd is pursuing two Bachelor’s degrees in Graphic Design and Studio Art with a minor in philosophy. Brianna’s concentration in the studio is ceramics, but she will continue her craft after finishing her education through graphic design and photography.
During her time at Coastal Carolina, Brianna has shown at Penland School of Craft, Authentic Marks & Glow, and MLK Celebration: Night of Arts at the Rebecca Randall Bryan Art Gallery in Conway. She has also appeared in Archarios Magazine. Byrd has been recognized for her achievements by the Edwards College of Humanities.
Byrd is a member of the Phi Sigma Tau honor society for philosophy and NSLS, the National Society for Leadership and Success. She has maintained Dean’s list honors for 8 out of her 9 semesters during undergrad. Alongside her studies, Brianna has worked as a student assistant in the RRB Gallery since her first year as a Coastal Student. Byrd plans to graduate with the fall class of 2022. Currently, she is working on a dessert bar brand identity and a large ceramic vessel as her final projects.
Artist Statement
I enjoy experimenting with various mediums. The variety of styles and techniques expressed in my work is a representation of my inability to conform. No two pieces are alike, specifically to embody the diversity of people in everyday life. A recurring theme of a few of my compositions aim to explore the world in a way that no one else does. My inspiration comes from everyday struggles in my life of being different and embracing it as well as quirks and obsessions of mine.
A recent theme of my work includes women's issues and my experience as a mixed race minority. I am passionate about these two topics as an empath to others' experiences as well as my own in each area. I believe art puts an importance on the individual's perspective and I appreciate how others having similar experiences can relate through a visual capacity.
