Todd Broadbent
Todd Broadbent knew he wanted to be an artist at a very early age but an equal aptitude for science and an award led him to the engineering field as a mechanical designer. He continued to draw and paint in his spare time and also taught himself graphic design turning to computer tools as soon as they became available. Finally, he decided to return to school to pursue the career he had always wanted. Todd received several scholarships while attending Temple University - Tyler School of Art and was soon being recognized and encouraged by the faculty, even being invited to accompany several doctoral students on an archeological dig in southern France to enhance his already established appreciation for Art History.
Since school he has started his own design business and been commissioned to do several paintings and photo shoots. He is also one of those responsible for the vision behind Mossy Creek Trail in his effort to get the many talented artists of the valley the recognition they deserve.
Although he enjoys all mediums of Fine Art, his photography was noticed by professional Fine Art photographers on the Tyler staff as well as others. It was also a form he developed a passion for that remains today. Moving near his family in the Shenandoah Valley gave him a perfect opportunity to mesh his art form with his love of the outdoors. His work can now be seen at various galleries around the valley and online on certain photography websites (see more work here).
