Brittany Fanning’s black-and-white paintings delve into the interplay between serenity and chaos, often portraying tranquil figures amidst looming disasters like tornadoes or volcanic eruptions. Her work draws inspiration from film noir, European still life traditions, and the surreal aspects of everyday life, creating scenes that are both nostalgic and unsettling, blending humor with underlying tension. This juxtaposition reflects her exploration of impending doom and the human tendency to find calm in the face of turmoil. Through a monochromatic lens, Fanning invites a contemplation of the complexities of modern existence.

Brittany Fanning (b. 1991, Jacksonville, FL) received her BA in painting from the University of North Georgia. After graduating, she moved to South Korea where she spent seven years painting the neighborhoods around her, focusing particularly on the contrast between new Brutalist structures and traditional hanoks. Fanning’s work has been featured in exhibitions at Steve Turner, The Lodge, and OTI in Los Angeles, CA; Glass Rice in San Francisco, CA; Mindy Solomon in Miami, FL; Monti 8 in Rome, Italy; Heliconia Projects in Dominican Republic and Warsaw, Poland; and Galerie BHAK in Seoul, South Korea. In 2026, she curated “Love to Hate,” at Megan Mulrooney Gallery in Los Angeles. Her work has been featured and reviewed in publications such as Vogue, Portray Magazine, and Type 7. Fanning lives and works in New York City.