Artist Biography
Breanna Gillam is from White River Junction, Vermont and will graduate from Endicott College in May of 2021 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Architecture. At Endicott Breanna took part in Big Brother Big Sister of Massachusetts Bay all four years which allowed her to mentor a student in the local community. After graduation she will move back to Vermont where she plans to pursue a career at an architectural firm that allows her to work on a wide range of projects. As long as Breanna can remember she has always had an interest in art and design. Art has provided her with a creative outlet and allowed her to explore other interests like photography and painting. Growing up in an eclectic area with art schools, galleries, and theatres allowed her passion for the arts to grow and it soon became evident that this is what she was meant to do.
Thesis Abstract
My Thesis The Common Bond explores how to accommodate and design for single parents and their children in White River Junction, Vermont. The goal is to create a safe and supportive environment for these families to come home to each day. Alleviating some of the stress that goes along with being a single parent will provide more time for new relationships and strong support systems to form between these families.