Meet Brent Gibb, a U.S. Air Force Veteran who discovered his path as an artist after years of hard work and a period of unemployment. What began as a way to make a living has grown into a passion fueled by the need to create and the desire to keep improving.
His acrylic painting, Mohave Desert Sand Dunes, reflects his willingness to step outside his comfort zone, trading bold realism for geometric shapes and a vibrant palette—a process he connects to letting go and recovery. Through CAVARTS, Brent hopes to share his work, overcome the fear of being seen, and encourage others to embrace their own creativity.
Name:
Brent Gibb
Branch of service:
USAF
About:
After years of hard work and unemployment for the first time. I was always told, “Brent you an artist”; by others. I finally conceded and started painting just to have a job.
Website:
Brentgibbartworks.com
Title of Piece:
Mohave Desert Sand Dunes
Medium of Piece:
Acrylic
Meaning Behind Piece:
Stepping out of my comfort zone. Which used to be a bold realistic landscape. I went to geometric shaping with a bright palette. Sometimes I need to let go of the control and let go. AKA recovery.
Piece:
What inspires you to create art?
The need to create something
What part of your life has benefited the most from your creative pursuits?:
I hope someone enjoys and hangs my work in their home or shop.
Is it important for you to challenge yourself in your art? Tell us why or why not!
Definitely improvement is required or why continue.
What is your process or ritual to get your creativity flowing?:
Definitely improvement is required or why continue.
What does CAVARTS mean to you?:
A chance to share my work and overcome my fear of being seen.
Our monthly theme is Harvest & Transition to Winter, but Brent submitted this when we were celebrating Sound Minds. Here’s what he had planned:
Encouraging others
What words of inspiration do you have for your fellow CAVARTists?:
When you see an art piece and say I could do that.........then do it.
