Draft:Bryan Christopher Moss

  • Comment: "Renowned", "prestigious", "vibrant", "gained international recognition", "gained international acclaim", "received critical acclaim" -- this sounds like a mere PR puff. Hoary (talk) 13:39, 24 December 2024 (UTC)

Bryan Christopher Moss
Born
Columbus, Ohio, United States
NationalityAmerican
Known forPainting, Muralism, Illustration, Comics, Arts Education
Notable work"The Eightfold Path", "HEIS" album artwork
Websitebryanmossart.com

Bryan Christopher Moss is an American artist, muralist, illustrator, educator, and creative director based in Columbus, Ohio. With a career spanning over two decades, Moss is renowned for his vibrant paintings, comic art, and significant contributions to arts education. In 2024, he gained international recognition for his artwork on Nigerian artist Rema's Grammy-nominated album, HEIS.

Early Life and Education

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Bryan Christopher Moss was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio. He developed an early interest in art, particularly inspired by comic books and storytelling. Primarily self-taught, he began his professional career at 18, working on storyboards and comics. During this time, he founded a T-shirt company called Strange Things.[1]

Career

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Fine Art and Exhibitions

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Moss's work has been showcased in various prestigious venues. In 2022, he held his first solo exhibition, About Time: The Art of Bryan Moss, at the Columbus Museum of Art.[2] His paintings have also been featured in exhibitions at Harvard University, MAC Worthington, and Art/Space Lima.[3]

Comic Art and Illustration

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Moss has made significant contributions to comic art, including his graphic novel, The Eightfold Path, written by Steve Barnes and Charles Johnson and published by Abrams ComicArts in 2022.[4] He is also working on a children's comic series titled Rita's Dream. Additionally, Moss has contributed to projects for Marvel Comics and curated The Black Panther: Celebrating 50+ Years of Black Superheroes for the King Arts Complex.[3]

Murals and Public Art

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Moss has created murals and public artworks throughout Columbus, including a collaboration with White Castle and Coca-Cola to design collectible cups and a mural for White Castle's headquarters.[5]

Collaboration with Rema

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In 2024, Moss gained international acclaim for his collaboration with Nigerian singer, songwriter, and rapper Rema (musician) on the album Heis (album). Moss was responsible for the album's artwork and contributed to the visual elements of its music videos. HEIS received critical acclaim and was nominated for a Grammy Award, further elevating Moss's profile in the global art scene.[6]

Teaching and Mentorship

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Moss has taught at institutions such as the Columbus College of Art & Design and the Columbus Museum of Art. He conducts workshops on character design and comic book layout, inspiring and mentoring emerging artists.[7]

Residencies and Recognitions

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In 2020, Moss was named an artist-in-residence at the Aminah Robinson House in Columbus, Ohio.[7] He was also recognized as Columbus's Best Comic Book Artist in 2020.[1]

References

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  1. ^ a b "Bryan Christopher Moss - Biography". AALBC.
  2. ^ "About Time: The Art of Bryan Moss". Columbus Museum of Art.
  3. ^ a b "Bryan Moss - Artist Stories". Columbus Makes Art.
  4. ^ "Meet Our Depth Illustrator: Bryan Christopher Moss". Creative Mornings.
  5. ^ "10 Questions with Bryan Christopher Moss". Columbus Scribbler. 30 August 2022.
  6. ^ "Bryan Moss: From Vision to Virtual Presence with PhotoBiz". PhotoBiz Blog.
  7. ^ a b "Aminah Robinson Artist-in-Residence: Bryan Moss". Columbus Museum of Art.
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