Brian Murillo was born in Des Moines, and raised in Norwalk, Iowa, where he resides today. Part of a very close-knit family, where art and the outdoors were constants in his daily life. Both his grandmother and uncle were artists; who, like Brian, focused primarily on wildlife and nature as their chosen subjects. Growing up, he spent countless hours hunting with his father and uncle. Being young and surrounded by these activities became very memorable, and exciting. Brian was very much involved in art outside of school before it became the passion he has today. Being taught by his grandmother and uncle; and motivated and praised by his mother; Brian always had a great support system behind his talents. In Middle School and High School he began entering contests and gaining recognition outside of Norwalk, and even Iowa, for his work. Any opportunity to share his talent with the world was an open door to Brian. After graduating from Norwalk High School in 2006, Brian went on to attend college at Des Moines Area Community College. Graduating in 2009 with a degree in Graphic Design, Brian continues to create artwork.
“Growing up with an extreme passion for the outdoors, I always looked for another way. Hunting was more than harvesting an animal – it was about the atmosphere it provided. Nature, to me, is perfect. I have looked to the outdoors as an inspiring element. As I hunt, I lock scenes away in my mind to recreate at a later time on canvas.
Art has given me that ‘other way’. I find great satisfaction in portraying the world as I see it, through my eyes. I enjoy sharing my experiences and ideas with others – showing them the perfections that I see in the wild. I still feel like I have a lot to learn, but through each painting, there is growth. There is constant growth in nature, and I strive to grow with it each season.”
Brian Murillo 