About

Expansion of Self is Brooks’ first autobiographical artwork. Conceived as a resting place for the criticism encountered while pursuing an art education, the work becomes an almost self-portrait. It reflects the cumulative pressure of the artist’s inner thoughts, his journey toward self-acceptance within his creative practice, and his struggle to define his place in the art world. A challenging piece to create—not only because of the delicacy of the materials, but also due to the internal confrontation required to embrace vulnerability.

Brooks: “The thing should have popped. Oh wait. It did.”