BIO
Brooke Gassiot is an interdisciplinary artist residing on an island near Seattle, Washington. With a background in art from The University of Texas at Austin and immersive studies in Tuscany, Italy, she brings a diverse scope of artistic influences to her work. Gassiot's art has been showcased at Lawndale Art Center in Houston, The Contemporary Austin, and Blue Star Contemporary. Her pieces hang in both commercial and private collections, reflecting the breadth of her practice. Additionally, Gassiot's creative vision extends beyond her individual practice, as she takes pride in her roles as a founding member of the Texas Sculpture Group (International Sculpture Group affiliate) and ICOSA Collective Gallery. Through these nonprofit art organizations, she actively contributes to the flourishing artistic communities in both Texas and beyond.
ARTIST STATEMENT
I am an artist who explores the impact of childbirth, aging and disease on the female body through video installations and paintings. My artwork encourages the viewer to reflect on and recognize the many facets of living in a woman's skin. From menstruation to hysterectomy, I use my art to acknowledge the often unseen realities of women's experiences.