Brett Callero
brettcallero@gmail.com
brettcalleroartist.com
EDUCATION
2004, MFA, Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), Savannah, GA
1991, BA, University of Dayton, Dayton, OH
SOLO EXHIBITIONS
Brett Callero: Mastering the Art of Contradiction
Glynn Visual Arts, St. Simons Island, GA.
(2019)
Brett Callero: Mastering the Art of Contradiction
Besharat Contemporary, Atlanta, GA.
(2018)
Brett Callero: The Edge of Convergence
Hammond Hall Art Gallery
Jacksonville State University, Jacksonville, AL
(2015)
Brett Callero: Axiomatic
Hot Iron Studios Gallery, Asheville, NC
(2010)
Brett Callero: Axiomatic
Studioplex, Atlanta, GA
(2010)
Brett Callero: Living In Dig Nation
Studioplex, Atlanta, GA
(2010)
Brett Callero: Feed Yourself
Community Gallery, Oak Park, IL
(2004)
Brett Callero: Sometimes Almost Always
Aquaspace, Savannah, GA
(2004)
Brett Callero: Loco Motives
Starlander Gallery, Savannah, GA
(2002)
SELECTED GROUP EXHIBITIONS
Part-time Faculty Exhibition: curated exhibition
Fine Arts Gallery: Zuckerman Museum of Art,
Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw, GA (2022)
Callanwolde Faculty Exhibition: curated exhibition
Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, Atlanta, GA (2020)
Spring Group Exhibition: curated exhibition
Mason Fine Art, Atlanta, GA (2019)
In The Fold (Parts 1-5): curated exhibition
ACA Library of SCAD Gallery, Atlanta, GA
(2012 – 2016)
Map It: Maps as Art: juried exhibition
Riverside Arts Center, Ypsilanti, MI (2013)
Those Who Do: curated exhibition of faculty work
SCAD-Atlanta, Atlanta, GA (2012 – 2013)
Pastiche and Provenance: curated exhibition
Slocumb Galleries
East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, TN (2011)
Hot Iron Studios Gallery, Asheville, NC (2011)
Paper Doesn’t Lie: curated exhibition
Dewberry Gallery, Atlanta, GA (2010)
Wonderland: curated exhibition
Kai Lin Art, Atlanta, GA (2009)
Reorder/Represent: curated exhibition
Hermann Arts Center
Marietta College, Marietta, OH (2008)
The Hand To Hand Project: curated exhibition
Exhibition traveled, shown
in numerous galleries
nationwide. (2007)
Art In Our Space: curated exhibition
Digitas Gallery, Chicago, IL (2006)
Contemporary Focus on Maps: juried exhibition
Earle W. Newton Center for British-American Studies, Savannah, GA (2005)
Semiconductors: curated exhibition
Pharmaka Gallery, Los Angeles, CA (2005)
Pileism: curated exhibition
Heaven Gallery, Chicago, IL (2005)
Re-defined: Found Objects: juried exhibition
Red Gallery, Savannah, GA (2005)
Two Steps Away From Painting:
Brett Callero & Woodie Webber: curated exhibition
Orleans Gallery, Savannah, GA (2003)
Hambidge Creative Residency Program (2012 & 2014)
Artist in residence and fellow, Dillard, GA.
Foundations In Art: Theory & Education (FATE) National Conference (2013)
Produced and presented the seminar session “Evidence of Design: Show Me What You Know.”
Foundations In Art: Theory & Education (FATE) National Conference (2013)
Developed and
co-chaired the conference seminar entitled, “Today the Classroom, Tomorrow the World: Bridging the Comprehension Gap Between the Classroom and the Outside World.”
ARTIST TALKS & LECTURES
Jacksonville State University (2015)
Visiting Artist at Jacksonville State University, Jacksonville, AL.
Artist talk about current artwork and working process. Taught workshop on concept development. Artist talk and workshop was attended by students, faculty and the general public.
SCAD-Atlanta (2015)
Artist Talk at SCAD-Atlanta, Atlanta, GA.
Artist talk about career, current artwork and working process. The event was attended by students, faculty and the general public. Was part of the ArtSpeak lecture series.
Blue Ridge Community College (2011)
Visiting Artist & Guest Lecturer at Blue Ridge Community College, Flat Rock, NC.
Artist talk about career, current artwork and working process. Artist talk and workshop was attended by students and faculty.
PRIVATE & CORPORATE COLLECTIONS
Bob Anderson, Evanston, IL
Artemis Design, Ltd., Chicago, IL
Ed Behan & Rhiannon Evans, East Point, GA
John Bennett & Heidi Halabuta, Savannah, GA
Brad Berkner, Gibsonville, NC
Dick & Lynn Berkowitz, Savannah, GA
Aaron & Meghan Bernard, Hendersonville, NC
Michelle Coleman, Apple Valley, MN
Dana Crossan, Media, PA
LuAnne DeMeo, Knoxville, TN
Jodi Fitzner, Chicago, IL
John Gates, Avondale Estates, GA
Amy Heindl, Seymour, WI
Jordan Hersey, Atlanta, GA
Theresa Lams, Des Plaines, IL
LoyalKaspar, New York, NY
Doug Miller, Chicago, IL
Mary Frances Milligan, Knoxville, TN
William Shane Moore, Clifton Park, NY
Morrow Design, Ltd., Chicago, IL
Kevin Palme, Asheville, NC
Magen Peigelbeck, Savannah, GA
Bo Powell & Julie Holder, Savannah, GA
Diana Rigas, Chicago, IL
Doug Robbins, Royal Oak, MI
Michael Rutz, Richmond, VA
Savannah College of Art & Design, Atlanta, GA
Savannah College of Art & Design, Savannah, GA
Michael Scoggins, Brooklyn, NY
Shelli Slayton, Chicago, IL
Christie Smith, Savannah, GA
Eric Standley, Blacksburg, VA
David Sugerman, Atlanta, GA
Josh Swetnam & Jodi Bessinger, Louisville, KY
Wilson Troup, Chicago, IL
T. J. Tucker, East Point, GA
Stuart & Becca Turner, College Park, GA
Angela Thompson Vorhees, Piqua, OH
Erin Thoresen & Carrie Wirtz, Atlanta, GA
Charles Wessler, Rhinebeck, NY
Alex Zartman, Brooklyn, NY
Todd & Erin Ziaja, Austin, TX
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga,
Part-time Assistant Professor of Art
Chattanooga, TN (2022 – )
Kennesaw State University,
Part-time Assistant Professor of Art
Kennesaw and Marietta, GA (2020 – )
Georgia Gwinnett College,
Part-time Faculty of Art
Lawrenceville, GA (2019 – 2020)
Savannah College of Art and Design-Atlanta,
Professor of Foundation Studies
Atlanta, GA (2007 – 2018)
List of Higher Education Classes Taught
(Foundations Studies classes unless indicated otherwise):
– Abstract Painting (Painting)
– Advanced Practices in Color and Design
– Alternative Drawing Methods
– Applied Creative Thinking
– Art Appreciation
– Color and the Painted Image (Painting)
– Color Theory
– Design 1 (2D Design)
– Design Methods Studio (Graduate Level Painting)
– Drawing 1
– Drawing 2
– Drawing for Design
– Mixed Media Exploration (Painting)
– Visual Design Systems
Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, Instructor
Atlanta, GA (2020 – 2021)
Mountain Laurel Academy, Instructor
Jasper, GA (2020 – 2021)
Fulton County Arts & Culture, Instructor
Atlanta, GA (2019 – 2021)
Oak Park Art League, Instructor
Oak Park, IL (2004 – 2005)
ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE
Brett Callero Design,
Owner / Art Director / Graphic Designer
Various locations (1997 – 2007)
Emery and Associates,
Art Director
Chicago, IL (1998 – 2000)
John Barnes and Company,
Senior Graphic Designer
Chicago, IL (1995 – 1997)
ERO Industries, Inc,
Graphic Designer
Mt. Prospect, IL (1992 – 1995)
Brett Callero: Visual Artist 