Cover Artist

A Tapestry of Passion, Color, and Connection

Cover Artist Brenda Breck

Self-taught artist Brenda Breck discovered her creative gift early on when she began drawing as a child. As she got a little older, her talent became evident to those around her, often prompting requests for her work. Creating art that moved others would inspire Brenda to continue her artistic journey as she expressed herself in various creative mediums.

Brenda draws from a broad spectrum of styles, including realism, impressionism, idealism, and stylization, all infused with vibrant colors and a rich emotional depth. To Brenda, art isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about crafting experiences and connections that bring joy.

Brenda is passionate about bringing her work to the space of others. As such, her pieces can be found in private homes and workplaces, providing warmth and emotion to the setting. She also raises funds for causes she holds close to her heart, including helping children with cancer, those with Down syndrome, and autism and providing resources to local organizations like the New Orleans Museum of Art.

An artist of many facets, Brenda also spent some time in the makeup art world. After honing her skills in Paris and New York, she worked with prestigious brands like Lancôme, eventually expanding her talents to television and film. One of her standout experiences was her work on a PBS special, where she was tasked with aging a 25-year-old actress by sixty years under the guidance of Zoltan Elek, the Academy Award-winning makeup artist from Mask. This experience allowed Brenda to consider combining art with storytelling and empathy. Each project taught her that every line, shade, and contour could evoke emotions, communicate ideas, and capture nuanced stories. This is a lesson she continues to carry into her painting today.

Beyond makeup artistry, Brenda’s creativity extended to the advertising industry, where she spent more than two decades as a producer and consultant. Working with major clients like Procter & Gamble, Burger King, and Pepsi, Brenda became known for her commitment to excellence. She won numerous awards, including a first-place accolade at the U.S. Commercial Festival for Tabasco and multiple Addy Awards for outstanding production. Her experience in advertising sharpened her eye for detail and instilled in her a deep appreciation for how art can move audiences and bring stories to life on a grand scale.

After years of contributing her talents to various industries, Brenda returned to her lifelong passion of painting. Supported by her husband, Bob, who encouraged her to devote more time to her art, Brenda transformed her love of painting from a personal pastime into a full-time pursuit. The emotion and creativity Brenda pours into her art are palpable. Her Metairie home radiates her unique vision, showcasing not only pieces of her work but the distinctive work of others that bring an inviting and relaxing warm spirit. Each piece in her home, large or small, brings vitality to the space, and it is clear that they mean a great deal to Brenda and Bob.

A prevalent and significant theme in her work she coined “Art for Life,” explains Brenda, “is an expression of how life is my inspiration for my creations. As I have noted, I enjoy working with vivid, vibrant colors that will emote the viewers.”

In each brushstroke, Brenda is inspired by the world around her. She draws from the vibrant colors, shapes, and emotions that make life beautiful. Brenda notes, quoting Georgia O’Keeffe, “I found I could say things with color and shapes that I couldn’t say any other way.” In Brenda’s hands, art is more than a visual; it invites others to connect, dream, and see the world through a lens of hope and beauty.

Brenda Breck’s evolution as an artist, from a talented youth, makeup artist, and advertising executive to full-time painter, is a testament to the transformative power of following one’s passion and using art as a force for good.