Who is Brian Madden?

Brian Madden is a self-taught interdisciplinary artist known for his novel use of marble and remnant artifacts to create sculpture, furniture, and paintings with an elevated yet playful tone. His artwork references cultural symbols and natural inspiration with bold, unexpected uses of material and color.

Bringing a collaborative approach to his creative process, Brian partners with fabricators, collectors, and brands to explore new techniques and bring imaginative concepts to life. His studio practice is informed by his experience as an industrial and environmental designer leading projects to activate iconic global brands.

His upcoming Sonic Monuments and Good Fortune collections will play with rhythm and scale to challenge the viewer’s perspective and invite conversation.

Brian’s studio is based in San Francisco’s Dogpatch historic neighborhood.

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Get in touch: brian@brianbmadden.com

What’s First Friday?

To many art lovers, First Friday is known as a festive monthly event where artists, community art studios, galleries, and museums open their doors to art lovers, friends, and curious passersby on the first Friday evening of the month.

The First Friday newsletter is artist Brian Madden’s attempt to serve up that same festive energy for the creative community in the form of a monthly update consisting of multi-sensory inspiration, insights, reviews, and studio happenings.

Each month, Brian Madden shares what he’s making, seeing, reading, and hearing in his artistic practice.

First Friday is meant for people who love creativity & inspiration in all its forms.

The community includes collectors and friends who have supported Brian Madden’s artwork, as well as folks who have visited his studio exhibitions, or who he’s connected with IRL or online.

Subscribe for full access to Brian Madden’s newsletter and a monthly dose of that First Friday feeling.