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The Studio:
Her studio overlooks wide open
fields behind her home on her
family's ranch below the cliffs of
Craig Mountain. She loves
working in a beautiful setting
where she can look out at the
horses and they too can peer in
and watch her making art.
It is in the comfort of this
working cattle ranch
(surrounded by nature, family,
and horses) where much of her
inspiration is ignited for her
bronze sculptures and
paintings. It is also where she
collects many of the materials
used in her one of a kind
sculptures.
"The view from the studio is a
constant reminder of how much
I appreciate being part of this
amazing earth." -B.T.
Studio Work:
The studio is a large space where
creativity is always invited and mess
making is never discouraged.
Brenna expressed "The atmosphere
can be like a birthing ward. There is
organized chaos. Work gets intense.
My heart becomes invested and I put
in long hours. When I am done, a
new piece of art is born. Then there
is a calm moment of happiness and
satisfaction before the cycle stars
over again."
Ranch Work:
Brenna and her father Duane
trail in after a cattle drive on the
Kicking-T Tyler Ranch.
"I try to appreciate the present as I
experience this journey with my
horses, art, and the endless
possibilities when the two combine."
~Brenna Tyler~
The Beginning
Brenna was born on April 2, 1979 in Seoul Korea.
Her biological mother was Korean and her biological
father was African American. They named their new
baby Smokey Kim. She was one of many multiracial
infants who remained in Korea with her mother as
her father (an American Soldier) returned to the
United States.
Childhood
Her biological mother was very ill and placed
Smokey Kim in an orphanage. At 18 months old
she was adopted. Her new parents named her
Brenna Marie Kim Tyler. Brenna's childhood
memories are full of fun times. She enjoyed
her siblings and friends. She also loved
her pets and spending time alone.
Life with horses forever more...
Brenna and her family continue to live on a working
cattle ranch in eastern Oregon. The connection
Brenna has with horses is innate. The experience
she has with horses comes from her lifestyle. It
extends from professionally schooling, boarding,
breeding, selling, and participating in polo, rodeo,
hunt seat, western, and dressage. She also worked
as a riding instructor and vet assistant for annual
para mutual horse racing. Horses have always
played an important role within her family. They are
often involved when her family and friends spend
time together. The ranch horses are crucial for
transportation and success in working cattle as well
as pleasure riding and show time. Some of the
horses Brenna knows are not just assets; they
are part of her family.
Honors and Awards:
She has received a myriad of
honors & awards for her art.
Personal style:
"I enjoy creating pieces that are
unusual, with organic qualities,
textures, and unpredictable
surprises." -B.T.
Objective:
To explore the potential of new
materials and variations of
mixed media. I want to share a
love from my life that viewers
can interpret in their own way.
-B.T.
Exhibitions:
Art galleries throughout
Eastern Oregon have had
the pleasure of showing
Brenna's work.
She is currently showing
with Valley Bronze of
Oregon in Joseph and
Astoria and Sacred Dancing Gallery
in Bigfork, Montana.
Education:
In 2004 Brenna received a BS in
Art after studying at the
University of Oregon and
Eastern Oregon University.
Brenna's niece Adri and son Connor on Fancy Dan.
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Brenna & her husband Jake with Diamond & King.
