In this interview, Brian Fisher, one of Vashon’s veteran artists, and I talk about the deeper dimensions of what art is or can be. He discusses his path from a kid interested in myth to an accomplished artist working as a printmaker, painter, assemblage and architectural illustrator.

Brian has been a long time supporter of the arts on Vashon, through his work with VIVA (Vashon Island Visual Artists), Quartermaster Press, Vashon Center for the Arts, and others.

As a professional artist, he is represented by Roby King Gallery on Bainbridge Island, Washington and shows regularly on Vashon Island, Washington. He is a member of Seattle Print Arts and of the print studio Quartermaster Press.

He is currently a partner of the architectural illustration firm Presentation Arts. In addition to his work as an illustrator, painter and printmaker, Fisher teaches Monotype print workshops in his studio.

From his Artist Statement: The art I make begins as story. Sometimes the narrative is personal. Often it may be personally relevant but falls within the realm of myth. My interpretation of the myth and telling of the story is informed by print process….

The Big Print Event July 28th

In the interview Brian invites listeners to join him and 20 other Vashon printmakers at “The Big Print” a special printmaking event at the the Vashon Center for the Arts. It will take place from 12 pm to 5 pm July 28^th taking place in the Blue Heron parking lot. They will print out a variety of large linocut designs with a STEAMROLLER.  All will be inspired by “The Nature of Vashon.”

Click here for more information.  (https://vashoncenterforthearts.org/event/the-big-print-event/)

Impressed- November 2024

In November of 2024, Vashon Center for the Arts Gallery will host “Impressed”, an exhibit celebrating the many approaches to printmaking by contemporary Vashon print artists, in conjunction with a show of present-day Oaxaca printmakers.  This exhibition will inspire appreciation and further understanding of the various forms of fine art printmaking through examples, demonstrations, conversations and lectures.

For more information and to see Brian’s work, check out his website: https://brianfisherart.com/