ANDREW BRIGGS

DOB: August 3 1982
Born: Vancouver BC

About Artist:
Andrew Briggs was born in Vancouver, Canada on August 3, 1982. Son of medical professionals he is the first and only of his immediate family to choose a career as a practicing artist. While he spent the majority of his life in Vancouver, he also lived in Victoria in 1991 and in the Comox Valley where he attended Emily Carr University and received his BFA in General Fine Arts. Additionally, Andrew followed his sense of adventure and travelled to Japan and Italy where he became interested in peoples relationship with infrastructure and human interconnection.

His travels and education has exposed him to various artists and differning cultures which have extensively influenced his work. Through his work, Andrew explores the unseen and physical connections between individuals. He continues to pursue creative projects and is exploring various professional opportunities in the arts which include textile art/design/clothing line and the creation of a small print shop, Flock: FAD. His interests include architecture, travelling, adventure and being outdoors. Art has played a significant part of Andrew's life and continues to be an expression of his flowing imagination, appreciation for beauty, connection between others and their surroundings, and a reflection of seeing beyond the obvious.

Shows & Exhibitions:

• 2010- 3d Virtual Art Show, Roundhouse, Vancouver BC
• 2006- Comox Valley Airport, Comox Valley BC

History:
Studied at North Island College in the Comox Valley for Graphic Design and Fine Arts 2003-2006 Graduated from Emily Carr University with a Bachelors in General Fine Arts 2008