Maurice Bradford Jr. is a native of Baltimore, Maryland who researches historical and modern art from different countries to create masterpieces of creativity. Using oil paints, acrylic, gouache, charcoal and other mediums, Maurice continues to build a portfolio of fine and commercial artwork.

His art explores mature topics based on man vs. God, men vs. women, life vs. death and other themes involving the adversities and pleasures in life. From elementary school to his adult college career, Maurice Bradford has shown the Baltimore community that art is a beautiful creation when practiced and perfected.

In 1994, his parents enrolled him into the Super Saturday Art Program at The Baltimore City College High School. During his Saturday visits, Maurice met and befriended his mentor Mr. Larry "Poncho"� Brown. Poncho continues to teach Maurice the basics of creating artwork, which lead to many awards and recognitions.

While attending Carver Center for Arts and Technology High School, Maurice was able to participate in several art competitions. In 1997, Maurice was awarded two prizes, the grand prize for the Artistic Legacy African American Youth Art Exhibition and a medal for his submission in the NAACP/ACT-SO competition. Again in 1999 and 2000, Maurice received the award-winning medal from the NAACP-ACT-SO competition.

By 2002, Maurice was a well-known, award-winning artist. In 2002, Maurice was acknowledged as Youth Artist of the Year by the African American Visual Arts Association (AAVAA). This award was a prophecy that Maurice was destined to conquer the art world with his ultimate creativity and eye for beauty.

Maurice continued his art education by pursing a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) at Maryland Institute College of Art in Baltimore, Maryland. With a concentration in painting and web design, Maurice is learning how to apply art to the needs of society. As an entrepreneur and profound artist, Maurice is only at the beginning of his journey in the art world.

"I love the versatility in the creative process of making art,� says Maurice Bradford.