Bre Andy
b. 1994; Baltimore, MD; Lives and works in Brooklyn, NY
Bre Andy is a figurative oil painter exploring intimacy, sexuality, domesticity, and self-observation through portraiture and still life. Her introspective work draws from personal experiences, inspired by the day-to-day, ephemeral moments that capture the essence of womanhood.
Through depictions of private scenes—like undressing, gazing into a mirror, or lounging in comfort—Bre opens a dialogue about the beauty of intimacy and the complexity of vulnerability, inspiring viewers to embrace these aspects within themselves. Her tightly cropped compositions often focus on intricate details of the body, giving the paintings a voyeuristic quality. Yet, through soft, cohesive tones and delicate brushwork, she contrasts the subtly provocative nature of her subjects with an underlying sense of warmth and tenderness.