Brianna Perry

Brianna Perry is a Lecturer in the Department of Painting and Drawing at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC). She teaches courses such as Studio Drawing: Multi-Level Painting and Drawing, emphasizing historical and contemporary practices in visual art. Perry’s work spans painting, video, customized textiles, and graphic design, blending African-American cultural specificity with zillennial perspectives on image consumption.

Her exhibitions include solo shows like t-shirt<3 (Apartment Gallery, 2024) and group exhibitions such as The Black Domestic/Living & Dining Roomscapes (Greystone Collective, 2024), exploring themes of domesticity, identity, and community. Key publications include Untitled (Huner Francis, 2024) and kiss make it (Overflow Journal, 2024). Perry’s practice merges material experimentation with critical discourse on race, gender, and digital culture.

Her courses emphasize drawing as a conceptual tool, integrating technical skill with personal creative strategies. Perry’s work has been featured in institutions like the Brooklyn Museum and SAIC Galleries, reflecting her engagement with both institutional and independent art spaces.