Brian Tubbs, more known as “Tubbs” is a creator - a quiet, compassionate, and imaginative. Sometimes a little sinister as well. Following the wind from west coast to third coast and then further east, he landed in Brooklyn NYC.

Using found materials and discarded supplies that help inform the work and alludes to the problematic contradictions, insecurities and social dilemmas we experience.

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I studied at the School of Art and Design of The University of Michigan, with a foundation in drawing and painting. But I found studies in Film, Theater and Performance art to inspire more relevant concerns. My pieces are a point of contact, a confrontation for the viewer to ingest. It’s the experience that interests me most. There’s a story in there, somewhere.

I like to build things as well. As a fabricator In New York, there’s an abundance custom needs. I work collaboratively to design, build, paint and decorate. My shop can produce almost anything from unique furniture and props to imaginative film and theater sets.