Brad Blaze — Australia's Most Entertaining Speed Painter
SYDNEY NSW
Brad Blaze is a world-renowned artist and entertainer. He has combined his talents with showmanship.
Brad Blaze may just be the fastest speed painter in the world. He has enthralled audiences across Australia, Asia, United Arab Emirates and The United States performing at large gala dinners with guests including government ministers, celebrities and the social elite.
At such events he has painted four prime ministers and some of the world’s leading sportsmen ‘live’ at events including Tiger Woods, Sir Ian Botham, the late Richie Benaud, Shane Warne, Nico Rosberg and movie stars Eric Bana and Chris Hemsworth.
More than just a ‘live painter’ Brad enthralls audiences across the world with his unique show of speed painting, audience interaction and comedy.
Whatever your preconceived ideas are of a painter on stage, think again. In fact, spin it upside-down, add some glitter and set it on fire. His high energy performance is perfect as corporate event entertainment and at charity events where he has raised over $3 million dollars.
In under four minutes, he has produced paintings of iconic people from Einstein to Elton, Prime Ministers, CEO’s, even celebrities such as Tiger Woods, Shane Warne and Chris Hemsworth have been painted live onstage.
Brad is regarded as one of the most popular entertainers on the circuit. With his fun story telling, witty humour and simply amazing paintings, he was awarded Entertainer of the Year at the Australian Event Awards.
If you are searching for corporate entertainment ideas, look no further. Brad has appeared on numerous Australian TV shows including The Today Show, Sunrise, The Morning Show, Perth Telethon, Channel 9 Easter Appeal, Mornings with Kerry Anne, The Shak, Saturday Disney, The Circle and where it all started in 2007 on Australia’s Got Talent. He has also appeared in media in Singapore, Fiji, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
Brad Blaze is hired by companies around the world not just for his talents, but his ability to put together entertaining shows and innovative presentations.
If you’ve never seen a speed painter perform live, Brad Blaze will change everything you thought you knew about corporate entertainment. If you have seen speed painting before, Brad Blaze will redefine it. Australia’s premier speed painter and one of our most consistently booked corporate entertainers, Brad delivers a show that combines extraordinary artistic talent with genuine spectacle, sharp comedy and the kind of audience interaction that has entire rooms on their feet.
Having performed at hundreds of major corporate events across Australia and internationally, Brad Blaze is without question the best and most entertaining speed painter in the country.
Brad paints 2-3 paintings per show and they are the clients to keep. Many clients, particularly at charity events, auction off Brad’s paintings and over $3,000,000 has been raised.
Audiences will be in awe as paintings are made in minutes. Whether he is painting an iconic person, a CEO or celebrity, or a product, he keeps the audience guessing as to who or what he is painting, only revealing the subject with a few carefully placed brushstrokes or a spin of the canvas in the final breathtaking moments.
Brad utilises large canvases and where possible, live-to-screen footage. With music pumping and fast action this is a high adrenilin entertainment and plays big on a stage.
What really sets Brad’s performance apart is the comedy – Brad shares fun stories about his journey as an entertainer and if the audience is suitable he may have stage interaction with audience members – they may find themselves onstage mimicking Elvis dance moves, answering trivia on a famous celebrity or moving like Michael Jackson. With his outgoing personality, Brad ensures that it is good clean fun and suitable for the audience.
Brad has developed a number of special techniques which can reveal a corporate logo, slogan or even a face on the canvas. Such reveals include fire and glitter. It’s the perfect way to thank a sponsor, leave a lasting message or to advertise a product.
Brad’s artwork serves as a lasting memory to the event. His artwork is hung in corporate offices, given to sponsors or they can be auctioned for a company charity – his artwork has now raised over two million dollars for charities around the world.
A Show Unlike Anything Else in Corporate Entertainment
Brad’s show is built around one simple but extraordinary premise — watching a recognisable, detailed portrait emerge from nothing in five to seven minutes. But the way Brad achieves that, and the journey he takes the audience on to get there, is anything but simple.
Each performance includes two to three speed paintings, with Brad deploying a range of signature techniques that elevate the show from impressive to genuinely spectacular:
- Glitter reveal — Brad paints in glue, and at the moment of reveal, glitter is applied to the canvas to expose the portrait in a burst of light and colour that never fails to produce a gasp from the audience
- Fire paper — Brad uses fire paper as part of his painting technique, creating dramatic visual effects that add heat, danger and excitement to the performance
- Audience participation — Brad doesn’t just perform to the audience — he brings them into the show, inviting guests on stage to contribute brush strokes or act out the subject being painted. When Brad paints Elvis, someone in the audience becomes Elvis. When he paints Michael Jackson, the moonwalk is mandatory.
Custom Paintings for Your Event
One of the most powerful things about booking Brad Blaze for your corporate event is his ability to make the show completely personal to you. Brad can paint virtually any subject the client requests, including:
- Your CEO or a guest of honour — imagine the reaction when the subject of the painting is sitting in the front row
- Your award winner — Brad can paint the recipient of your event’s major award live on stage as the announcement is made
- Your company logo or product — a powerful branded entertainment moment for product launches and corporate events
- Celebrity portraits — Brad’s repertoire of celebrity subjects is extensive, spanning music icons, sporting legends and cultural figures
A custom Brad Blaze painting is also a unique and memorable keepsake — the finished artwork can be presented to the subject of the painting or used as a premium prize or auction item at charity events.
Perfect for Every Corporate Event Format
Brad’s show works beautifully across a wide range of corporate event formats and settings:
- Gala dinners and awards nights — Brad performs between courses or as post-dinner entertainment, delivering a natural showstopper moment
- Product launches — a custom painting of your product or brand, created live on stage, is a uniquely powerful brand activation moment
- Conference entertainment — Brad’s show provides the perfect energising break between sessions
- Christmas parties — the combination of spectacle, comedy and audience participation makes Brad an outstanding choice for end-of-year celebrations
- Charity fundraisers — Brad’s finished paintings make outstanding auction items, often raising significant amounts for charity
- Private functions — Brad’s ability to personalise the show makes him exceptional for private milestone celebrations
Available Nationally and Internationally
Brad Blaze is available for corporate events and private functions across Australia — Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and beyond — as well as internationally. He has performed at numerous overseas events and is experienced in performing for international corporate audiences.
Book Brad Blaze Through ANE
To enquire about booking Brad Blaze for your event, call Australian Network Entertainment on (02) 9918-2022 or use our online enquiry form. Brad is one of our most in-demand acts — early enquiry is recommended to secure your preferred date.
There is no other act in Australian corporate entertainment quite like Brad Blaze. Once you’ve seen the glitter reveal, you’ll understand why event organisers keep coming back.
BRAD BLAZE REVIEWS
“Brad literally ‘Blazes across the stage to entertain and delight. His act is beyond compare – his engagement with our audience, his infectious enthusiasm and ultimately utterly brilliant paintings are hard to articulate or sufficiently praise with words – you really have to see his act to believe it. Brad was generous enough to donate his paintings to our charity auction – so in terms of ‘bang for your buck’ – Brad is brilliant value.
He not only gave us a performance which inspired many of our attendees to send e-mails and call in praise of the evening in general – and Brad in particular – he is also such a genuine, down-to-earth gentlemen – he generously offered the audience the chance to not only engage in Q & A sessions – he also stayed on to pose for photos with individuals and his paintings by request.
We would unequivocally recommend Brad Blaze for any event – it’s hard to imagine he could disappoint.”
Australian Security Medals Foundation Inc.
“WOW what a talent Brad Blaze is! His performance was quite simply outstanding.
He was in cheeky good taste, enthusiastic, lively, fun, engaging and creatively breathtaking. Speaking with Brad in advance of this engagement he was professional, flexible and encouraging. On the night he exceeded expectation. Magnificent!!”
Michelle Stevens, FMG New Zealand
“We were looking for something a little different for our entertainment at our charity fundraiser – our 65 Roses black tie ball and he certainly ‘brought it’ to Toronto.
His energy and enthusiasm was incredibly contagious. We particularly love that Brad involved our guests and had them up on stage, making it a hilariously fun evening. Our phone hasn’t stopped ringing with such wonderful comments about Brad Blaze and our ball. Thank you!”
LJ Hooker Real Estate
“Your ability to get the audience involved, laughing, and in awe of what you do is an Entertainment agents dream. It would actually be enough if all you did was just paint … but you are so much more and that’s what makes you awesome. You are reliable, enthusiastic, honest, hardworking, cheerful, dedicated, professional, witty, dynamic and super-talented. I love the black cotton britches you work in, and it’s always such a pleasure to put you in display.”
Gurus Entertainment
“I’d like to thank you for your performance at the Bridgestone conference … not only was it fantastic you were so good to deal with – I can’t speak highly enough of you.”
Ci Create
“Brad was amazing! Guests were laughing, shaking their heads in amazement and totally gob smacked. He interacted with his audience so well. I have had people telling me for the last two weeks how great he was!!”
MM Electrical
“Firstly, a massive ‘Thank You’ for an awesome performance on Saturday night. All people were saying was “WOW”. Our clients are always dubious at the best of times to try something unseen or untested, but you certainly changed this client’s mind with your performance at our event. Your professionalism, willingness to work within the vision of the event, and your enthusiasm during the night was nothing short of wonderful. You truly delivered on what you promised.”
BSG on behalf of Leighton Holdings
BRAD BLAZE FAQ's
Brad Blaze is available for corporate events and private functions through Australian Network Entertainment. Call ANE on (02) 9918-2022 or use our online enquiry form to check availability and receive a quotation.
Brad Blaze performs 2 to 3 speed paintings per show, each taking approximately 5 to 7 minutes. His signature techniques include painting in glue with a dramatic glitter reveal, and fire paper painting. He also involves audience members on stage during the show.
Yes. Brad can paint company CEOs, award winners, guests of honour, company logos, products or any subject the client requests. Custom painting requests should be discussed at the time of booking.
Yes. Brad Blaze has appeared on Australia’s Got Talent and has performed at hundreds of major corporate events across Australia and internationally.
Yes. Brad Blaze is available nationally across Australia and internationally. He has performed at many overseas events. Contact ANE to discuss international booking requirements.
Yes. Brad paints 2-3 paintings per show and they are the clients to keep. Many clients, particularly at charity events, auction off Brad’s paintings and over $3,000,000 has been raised
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