Brad Betts paints a variety of landscape scenes from Maine seascapes, farm life, fishing and sailing, to historical maritime scenes. His favorite subject is capturing the shadows, light, and colors that are created when waves meet Maine's dramatic shoreline. His paintings reflect his deep appreciation for the works of many fine artists, including Edward Hopper and the nautical scenes of Donald Demers, Christopher Blossom, David Thimgan and Thomas Hoyne.

His inspiration to paint the ocean comes from growing up around the water, deep sea fishing and sailing. Today, he spends much of his time with his wife and two sons on the Maine coastline, gathering new material to use in his next painting. Brad has been an artist for over 15 years and received his education from the University of Maine in Orono. He comes from a long line of artists that includes his father and grandparents. He has studied under Carolyn Blish and Donald Demers and is a member of ASMA, the American Society of Marine Artists. Although most of his time is spent painting, he is also completing his teaching certification and is currently a substitute teacher.

He has sold his paintings and prints internationally and has been featured in many shows in Maine. He paints from his home in New Gloucester, Maine but loves the challenge of painting on location. "There is nothing like sitting in front of a Maine scene and painting it, when you hear the sounds of waves and birds and you smell the sea you truly get to be a part of the painting." Brad hopes to give his viewers a sense that they too are a part of his scenes.