Bradley Klem's lifelong concern for water, wildlife, and the environment began at the age of three when he caught his first fish. Today, his art addresses humanity's influence on the environment, focusing on the impact of pollution. He received his MFA from Penn State University and currently resides in Denver, CO, where he teaches at the University of Denver. His work features porcelain vessels that are painted with illustrations that  use metaphor, dark humor, and historical context to comment on climate change and environmental issues.