Brad Burns Art
These paintings are reflections of the beauty and mystery of God's creation — the light across the ocean, the rhythm of waves, the quiet dignity of ordinary life.
Through paint and color, I try to capture what my eyes see and my heart recognizes as the glory of the Creator.
Collections
Each collection reflects a different aspect of the artist's work — from powerful ocean landscapes to intimate portraits and travel-inspired scenes.
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CollectionAbstreal Collection
Abstreal Collection
“Where realism meets abstraction in the luminous waters of Kaua‘i.”
Abstreal is a genre I developed to describe paintings that inhabit the space between abstract expression and visual realism. Rooted in the waters of Kaua‘i, these works explore the shifting boundary between what we see and what we feel.
Ocean light, depth, and motion become the language of the paintings. Forms emerge and dissolve, horizons soften, and the surface of the sea becomes both landscape and meditation. Each piece reflects the quiet, luminous presence of water—at once real and dreamlike.
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CollectionSimple People
The Simple People series reflects the spirit of life in Hawai‘i — where the ocean, the land, and the people create a rhythm that feels both peaceful and timeless.
These paintings focus on the small moments that define island life: time at the beach, conversations with friends, and the quiet beauty of living close to the sea. They are a tribute to the warmth, simplicity, and everyday magic of Hawai‘i.
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CollectionPortraits
Portraits & Commissions
Brad Burns creates custom portrait paintings that capture more than likeness — they preserve presence, connection, and memory. Each commission is approached with careful attention to light, atmosphere, and the emotional character of the subject.
Working from photographs and personal consultation, Brad creates timeless works that reflect both the individual and the moment they represent. Whether a family portrait, a meaningful place, or a special memory, each painting is crafted as a lasting piece of fine art.
Commissions are available on a limited basis.
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CollectionSierra Nevada
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Available works
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Auntie Kai
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