Brian Olsen
Brian Olsen is a corporate performance artist; in his shows, he conveys one compelling message to his audiences- everything is possible through creativity. Brian began his career as the one and only protégé of
renowned performance artist, Denny Dent. Brian has taken this art form and made it his own with a unique visual
style, unveiling the spirit and charisma of his subjects.
Brian explains, "I have always been passionate about art and the energy it can release. My passion for painting, especially the challenge of portraits, grew from various roots, from photography in Hawaii, to landscape design in college. But it was Denny who put it all together for me. He taught me to use the SHOW part of the performance to drive home the real message of personal creativity. And, almost magically, letting the music and the audience drive the process to its dramatic conclusion."
The lights go down and the excited chatter subsides as the audience turns toward the spotlight on the far side of the room.
Suddenly an explosion of shouts and cheers erupts through the crowd as an energizing beat surges through the air and Brian Olsen charges onto the stage. With his hands full of brushes, he begins an engaging acrobatic performance - sometimes throwing the paint, sometimes strategically planting a paint saturated elbow on the canvas, or rapidly tapping a series of marks with his fingertips.
Brian’s paintings of famous figures from world history to Hollywood are choreographed in an awesome auditory and visual performance on a huge canvas, taking the audience through surprise, hilarity, suspense, and finally awe at the breathtaking likeness in a matter of minutes.
Need to motivate a sales team? Or provide a never-before-seen form of entertainment at your next corporate party or fundraiser? Or are you simply looking for a creative way to entertain friends?
Brian Olsen’s unique art form is not only distinctively entertaining—his shows also expose the creative energy of the audience by drawing them in to the performance and challenging each and every person present to discover their own creative abilities. You can literally feel the energy in the air! No one who witnesses a performance by Brian Olsen will be unaffected—all will leave motivated to better their lives both professionally and personally.
Whether you’re looking for a creative and unique way to motivate your corporate team, get press for your fundraising event, or simply need an innovative way to entertain guests, Brian Olsen’s Art in Action is a proven crowd pleaser. Brian can even customize portraits for guests of honor at private parties and executives at corporate events!
"Brian was a joy to work with—easygoing and professional. Our guests were surprised and amazed. The performance was something they had not experienced before." Gayle Wingo, Tournament Director Hilton Head Island Celebrity Golf Tournament
