ABOUT
Brian “Antonio” McCarley is a visual artist based in Danbury, Connecticut. Starting in 2014, he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Justice and Law Administration with a minor in Studio Art, followed by a Master of Science degree in Educational Psychology in School Counseling. Brian also has a Master’s degree in Fine Art.
After returning to Connecticut from the Navy in 2010, Brian rediscovered his passion for the arts during his first year as an undergraduate. Brian draws most of his inspiration from his experiences in the military and from old, discarded items. He often uses these items in his work, which range from two-dimensional works to three-dimensional pieces.
Brian Antonio is not only an artist but a maker. He creates fine art pieces such as sculpture and photography and makes ‘artisan’ works, examples being tables, clothing, and jewelry. Brian prides himself on being a versatile artist who enjoys learning as much as creating.
Contact
Brian Antonio is currently available for commissions.
Please fill out the form to contact him with work prospects or questions.
Brian’s work can be seen in the following place:
272 Main Street, Danbury, CT.
Education
2020 M.F.A. Visual Arts , Western Connecticut State University,
Danbury, Connecticut
2018 M.S. Educational Psychology in School Counseling,
Western Connecticut State University, Danbury, Connecticut
2014 B.S. Justice and Law Administration, Western Connecticut State
University, Danbury, Connecticut
Selected Group Exhibitions
2022 Liberation, Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut, Danbury, Connecticut
Renewal, Aquila’s Nest Vineyard, Newtown, Connecticut
2021 Western Cultural Alliance Installation, Danbury, Connecticut
Nesting, Aquila’s Nest Vineyard, Newtown, Connecticut
2020 Norwalk Arts Community Installation, Norwalk, Connecticut
MFA Thesis Exhibition, Western Connecticut State University,
Danbury, Connecticut
2019 First Years 5th Annual Exhibition, Art & Frame of Newtown,
Newtown, Connecticut
2018 Danbury Fashion Week (Designer), Danbury, Connecticut
Third Annual Art at Ives, Juried Fine Art & Crafts Show,
Danbury, Connecticut
2013 Student Veterans Art Show, Western Connecticut State University,
Danbury, Connecticut
Four Guys With An Art Show, A&J Sub Shop, Danbury, Connecticut
2012 Open House CT Day, The Mercurial Gallery, Jim Felice Studios, and
The Danbury Spanish Cultural Center, Danbury, Connecticut
Photography Club Art Show, Western Connecticut State University,
Danbury, Connecticut
First Annual Ceramics Art Show, Western Connecticut State University,
Danbury, Connecticut
Solo Exhibitions
2014 A Solo Show By Brian Antonio, Salome the Design Gallery, Danbury, Connecticut
3Dimentional Photos, Starbucks, Brookfield, Connecticut
Professional Experience
2022 Art Professor, Upward Bound Summer Program, Western Connecticut State
University, Danbury, Connecticut
2021 Arts Teacher, Arts in CT Summer Program, Stamford, Connecticut
2020 Graduate Assistant Advanced Photo Methods, Western Connecticut State
University, Danbury, Connecticut
2019 Ceramics Teacher, The Alternative Center For Excellence, Danbury
Public Schools, Danbury, Connecticut
2014-2015 Art Teacher, Extended Learning Program, Pembroke Elementary, South Street
Elementary, Broadview Middle School, Danbury Public Schools, Danbury, Connecticut
2015-2019 Design 1 Teacher, Upward Bound Summer Program, Western Connecticut State
University, Danbury, Connecticut
2015-2018 Volunteer Ceramics 1 Western Connecticut State University,
Danbury, Connecticut
2013 Finishing Touch Fashion Show (Lead Photographer), Waterbury, Connecticut
Runway Divas Fashion Show (Photographer), Hartford, Connecticut
2012- 2014 Teaching Assistant Ceramics 1 & Design 2 Western Connecticut State University,
Danbury, Connecticut
Awards
2012 “Open House CT Day” Honorable Mention, The Mercurial Gallery,
Danbury, Connecticut