Background
Paulsen, Brian Oliver was born on March 29, 1941 in Seattle, Washington, United States.
Paulsen, Brian Oliver was born on March 29, 1941 in Seattle, Washington, United States.
Bachelor, University Washington, 1963. Master of Fine Arts, Washington State University, 1966.
Assistant professor Chico (California) State College, 1966—1971. Sessional instructor University Calgary, Canada, 1971—1973. Professor University North Dakota, Grand Forks, 1973—2007, Chester Fritz distinguished professor, 1990.
Retired
Visiting artist 12 venues. Juror national art exhibitions.
Member of National Academy Design.
Married Dianne C. Coulter, September 1963. Children: Geoffrey E., Erica L. Knudsvig.