Brooke's skull paintings are inspired by her interest in occult art and the traditions of vanitas paintings. She uses a skull replica to paint from life and explore the anatomy of portrait painting.
"Bones are as unique as the life-force they once held. I paint them to honor dualities, where the depths of darkness support the shining light, and death's impending decay awakens existential beauty."
~Brooke Walker-Knoblich
