ABOUT
My name is Briana Maree. I am an artist living in Fresno, CA.
My current work is full of play and experimentation. Influenced by color, texture, pattern, form, and space, the work is an exploration of abstraction and mark making. Each detail is pieced together with intuitively intentional marks, and marriages of imagery, layered on top of each other. A free-flowing movement painted and pasted across the surface.
Throughout my work you will find a variety of different mediums being used including drawing, painting, collage, mixed media, sculpture, ceramics, textiles, and even wearable art. I classify myself as a multi-media artist because I desire and enjoy expressing myself in whichever way feels right for the vision of my work, and don't limit myself to any specific medium.
I am inspired by the world around me; from nature, people, animals, color, and texture, to culture, spirituality, fantasy, and all things in between. My external environment and internal personal experience have influence on the direction of my work.
I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in art, Summa Cum Laude, from Fresno State University in 2018. As an artist at Fresno State, my work was displayed in the Phebe Conley Art Gallery’s student shows on campus, including the Senior Show exhibition that was held in April 2018. My work was displayed at Veni Vidi Vici in 2018 and 2019. I had work shown at the Peerless Building’s Grand Opening Art Show in downtown Fresno in 2018. My work was displayed at Veni Vidi Vici again for the months of January and February 2020.
I also combine my passion for art with fashion design by creating unique, one of a kind, handmade hats known as Breezy’s Crown Designs. I sell these handmade hats via my shop on Etsy.
“Creative expression is inherently important to my soul & I shall care for my soul by sharing my vision.” -Briana Maree
“Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.”- Pablo Picasso
“Art is the most intense mode of individualism the world has ever known.” – Oscar Wilde
Prints of artwork on high quality archival matte paper are available to order in various sizes.
Contact Briana at brianamaree07@gmail.com for all inquiries.
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
Experience
SKILLS & AREAS OF EXPERIENCE
Drawing Painting Mixed Media Sculpture Design
Ceramics Crafts Art Education Color Theory Gallery Tech
Photoshop Screen Printing Photography Textiles Hat Making
EDUCATION
2018 Bachelor of Arts in Art, Summa Cum Laude, California State University Fresno, Fresno, CA
2018 Single Subject Competency Program in Art-Pre Credential, California State University Fresno, Fresno, CA
2012 Associate of Arts in Psychology, West Hills College, Lemoore, CA
2014 West Hills College, Lemoore, CA (GE transfer requirements)
EXHIBITIONS
Solo Exhibitions
2020 (Feb.) Veni Vici Vici, Fresno, CA
2020 (Jan.) Veni Vici Vici, Fresno, CA
2019 (Jan.) Veni Vidi Vici, Fresno, CA
2018 (Dec.) Veni Vidi Vici, Fresno, CA
2018 (May) Veni Vidi Vici, Fresno, CA
Group Exhibitions
2018 (June) Peerless Building Grand Opening and Art Show, Peerless Building, Fresno, CA
2018 (April) Senior Student Art Show (juried exhibition), Phebe Conley Art Gallery, Fresno State University, Fresno, CA
2016 (Dec.) Student Art Show (juried exhibition), Phebe Conley Art Gallery, Fresno State University, Fresno, CA
2015 (Dec.) Catalyst Student Art Show (juried exhibition), Phebe Conley Art Gallery, Fresno State University, Fresno, CA
Permanent Collections
2018 Print and Glory Club, Henry Madden Library, Fresno State University
Curated & Installed Exhibition
2017 (Nov.) We Are Women Pop up Art Show (collaborative), M Street Gallery, Fresno, CA
WORK EXPERIENCE
August 2021- Present Navy Child & Youth Programs, Training & Curriculum Specialist, Naval Air Station Lemoore, CA
March 2020 - Present Navy Child & Youth Programs, Assistant Training Specialist, Naval Air Station Lemoore, CA
The purpose of the Child and Youth Program (CYP) Assistant Training (& Curriculum) Specialist position is to assist the CYP Training & Curriculum Specialist in providing and delivering a comprehensive training program to CYP Employees and Child Development Home (CDH) providers that supports the professional requirements of their positions and implementing a developmentally appropriate program that fosters the physical, social, emotional, cognitive and language development of children and youth, ages 6 weeks to 18 years.
The incumbent assists the Training & Curriculum Specialist in role modeling, coordinating, and providing training; observing for successful implementation of training; assessing the development of children and youth by direct observation; and providing services that lead to obtaining and/or maintaining accreditation by National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), National Afterschool Association (NAA) or National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) and adhering to the Boys and Girls Club (BGCA) curriculum. Incumbent will assist in development of CYP training plan, orientation training for new CYP employees and CDH providers, the execution of Standardized Module Training and ongoing annual training. Incumbent will assist in ensuring the completion of training documentation, identification of training needs. Perform other duties as assigned.
Nov 2018 - March 2020 Navy Child and Youth Programs, Program Lead, Child Development Center, Naval Air Station Lemoore, CA
Primary age group 6 weeks- 5 years
· The purpose of the Child and Youth Program (CYP) Leader is to provide appropriate specialized developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging from 6 weeks to 18 years in one or more CY programs.
· The CYP leader will serve as a mentor for assigned CY Program Assistant team and will work with senior employees to provide instruction training to lower-level employees.
· Observe and record the development of children via Teaching Strategies and implement Creative Curriculum. Use observational records to implement and lead planned developmentally appropriate activities for children designed to promote cognitive, physical, language, social/emotional and creative growth and development. Helps establish a program environment that promotes positive interactions with other children and adults. Maintain records of children's development.
· Works with Training & Curriculum Specialist, supervisor, and the CY Program Assistants to implement activities and special events that meet the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of children and youth.
· Provide care and supervision, oversight, and accountability for program participants in compliance with Department of Defense (DOD), NAF Component, and local installation command policies, guidance, and standards.
· Follow and implement NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) and CNIC (Command Navy Installations Command) standards of operation.
· Manage classroom organization and functioning to include daily schedule and routines, developing monthly classroom newsletters, completing daily, weekly, and monthly paperwork and data for records.
· Attend regular required trainings covering the topics of; child abuse identification and reporting, CPR, First Aid, SIDS education and prevention, safety and sanitation, positive guidance and re-direction, KIT and inclusion, USDA meal service, and Navy required trainings related to position.
· Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the classroom and other duties as assigned.
Oct 2009- Nov 2018 Navy Child and Youth Programs, Program Assistant, Child Development Center, Naval Air Station Lemoore, CA
Primary age group Infants- Preschool (6 weeks to 5 years)
· Provide appropriate developmental care and instruction for children ranging in age from 6 weeks to 5 years. Provides care and supervision, oversight and accountability for program participants in compliance with the Department of Defense.
· Observe and record the development of children via Teaching Strategies. Use observational records to implement and lead planned developmentally appropriate activities for children designed to promote cognitive, physical, language, social/emotional and creative growth and development. Helps establish a program environment that promotes positive interactions with other children and adults.
· Follow and implement NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) and CNIC (Command Navy Installations Command) standards of operation.
· Oversee classroom organization and functioning to include daily routines, developing a monthly classroom newsletter, completing daily, weekly, and monthly paperwork and data for records.
· Attend regular required trainings covering the topics of; child abuse identification and reporting, CPR, First Air, SIDS, safety and sanitation, positive guidance and re-direction, KIT and inclusion, USDA meal service, and other site and Navy required trainings related to position.
· Maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of the classroom and other duties as assigned.
2008 - 2011 Navy Child and Youth Programs, Program Assistant, Youth Services, Naval Air Station Lemoore, CA
Primary age group School Age (5 years to 10 years)
· Provide appropriate developmental care and instruction for children ranging in age from 5 to 12 years. Provides care and supervision, oversight and accountability for program participants in compliance with the Department of Defense.
· Supervises children during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities. Assists in implementing and leading planned activities for children. Helps establish a program environment that promotes positive interactions with other children.
· Planning, preparation, and participation in activities within the program in association with the Boys and Girls club of America and in seasonal extracurricular activities.
· Follow and implement CNIC standards of operation.
· Organization of activity rooms, maintaining facilities cleanliness and sanitation, and other duties as assigned.
Full resume available upon professional request.
