Beasley makes wheel thrown utilitarian pottery intended for everyday use. He also makes one-of-a-kind ceramic sculptures. Earning a Master of Fine Art degree from East Carolina University, Beasley is currently a full time, self-employed ceramic artist living in Charlotte, NC. In addition to his studio work, he also specializes in kiln repair.

Brett has assisted top-ranked, professional artists such as Ayumi Horie, Justin Rothshank, Steve Loucks and Lynnette Hesser at various nationally recognized craft schools. He has been an active member of the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts (NCECA) since 2011 and attends the annual conference. Beasley exhibits his artwork at both the national and regional level.

Although art is the chosen profession, fishing is his primary passion.