Brian Manning is a self taught artist who has been painting for 25 years. He continues to study the arts and histories of world cultures. His technique varies from Surreal to Fantastic, Impressionist to Realist although he categorizes the majority of his work as Symbolist. His themes are varied, but he says their voice is unified. A quarter century of painting has given him the confidence of technique and the the joy of purpose.  
 
                            He writes, "I paint for my time and eternity.
                                            I wish always to be human.
                                            I pray for love, and respect that its opposite exists." 
 
He has exhibited at the Memorial Art Gallery, the Center at High Falls Gallery, the Rundel Memorial Library, Hallwalls Art Center in Buffalo, and The Pyramid Art Center in Rochester.