Catherine Brooks

American, active early 21st century

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The image shows a central vertical shape with abstract patterns in green and brown tones, accented by pinkish-red streaks. Surrounding the main form are soft swirling lines creating an abstract backdrop. To the right, a mirrored smaller version of the central shape is present, with vibrant teal and purple hues suggesting stylized feet or roots extending below. The composition blends organic and abstract elements, evoking visual connections to natural forms.
Chris Ofili, Crown Point Press, Catherine Brooks, Ianne Kjorlie, Asa Muir-Harmony, Habio Green, 2009, color spitbite aquatint and aquatint with watercolor and graphite additions on wove Somerset paper, Gift of Kathan Brown, 2014.116.30

Habio Green

Chris Ofili, Crown Point Press, Catherine Brooks, Ianne Kjorlie, Asa Muir-Harmony · 2009 · color spitbite aquatint and aquatint with watercolor and graphite additions on wove Somerset paper ·  Accession ID  2014.116.30
The image features a central vertical shape with curving, flowing lines surrounded by vibrant green and black hues. The abstract depiction resembles a human form amidst an overgrowth of vegetation, with elements akin to tree branches or leaves extending outward. Earthy tones of green are interspersed with red, orange, and black, suggesting foliage or a forest environment. The central figure is abstractly rendered with a dark, braided feature running down the center.
Chris Ofili, Crown Point Press, Catherine Brooks, Ianne Kjorlie, Asa Muir-Harmony, Habio Green, 2009, color spitbite aquatint, aquatint, and drypoint on wove Somerset paper, Gift of Kathan Brown, 2011.119.67

Habio Green

Chris Ofili, Crown Point Press, Catherine Brooks, Ianne Kjorlie, Asa Muir-Harmony · 2009 · color spitbite aquatint, aquatint, and drypoint on wove Somerset paper ·  Accession ID  2011.119.67
The image shows flowing lines emanating from a central point and arcing outward in both directions. Soft blue and violet lines cascade from the top, with a burst of vibrant yellow below. On the left, swirling lines and shapes suggest plant leaves.
Chris Ofili, Crown Point Press, Catherine Brooks, Ianne Kjorlie, Asa Muir-Harmony, Habio Green, 2009, color aquatint with colored pencil and graphite additions on Somerset wove paper, Gift of Kathan Brown, 2014.116.28

Habio Green

Chris Ofili, Crown Point Press, Catherine Brooks, Ianne Kjorlie, Asa Muir-Harmony · 2009 · color aquatint with colored pencil and graphite additions on Somerset wove paper ·  Accession ID  2014.116.28
The image displays splattered dots and elongated shapes in blue, purple, and orange tones. Toward the center, there are two figures-like forms that resemble human legs or feet, with splashes indicating upward movement. Below, the orange hues transition into shapes that resemble flames or feathers, creating a dynamic interaction in the image.
Chris Ofili, Crown Point Press, Catherine Brooks, Ianne Kjorlie, Asa Muir-Harmony, Habio Green, 2009, color spitbite aquatint and aquatint on wove Somerset paper, Gift of Kathan Brown, 2014.116.29

Habio Green

Chris Ofili, Crown Point Press, Catherine Brooks, Ianne Kjorlie, Asa Muir-Harmony · 2009 · color spitbite aquatint and aquatint on wove Somerset paper ·  Accession ID  2014.116.29
This is a painting of a nude figure holding a knife and a vase. The scene features a pale-skinned figure with orange hair, sitting on a draped cloth with a dark blue background. The figure holds a knife in one hand and balances a large, reddish vase on the other shoulder. To the side, there is a green jug lying on the cloth.
Edgar Bryan, Crown Point Press, Ianne Kjorlie, Catherine Brooks, Asa Muir-Harmony, Model Defending Jugs, 2008, color spitbite and sugarlift aquatints with aquatint on wove Somerset paper, Gift of Kathan Brown, 2011.119.14

Model Defending Jugs

Edgar Bryan, Crown Point Press, Ianne Kjorlie, Catherine Brooks, Asa Muir-Harmony · 2008 · color spitbite and sugarlift aquatints with aquatint on wove Somerset paper ·  Accession ID  2011.119.14
This is a painting of an interior room scene featuring a sofa, a cabinet, and a dressing table with a mirror. The room has concrete-like textured walls and a dark brown ceiling. A green sofa is against the right wall next to a white cabinet adorned with small objects, with a framed art piece above. On the right side is a dressing table with an oval mirror. Pinkish-orange drapes cover a large window on the back wall, with a table before the drapes. The floor shows light and shadow play. The objects have an art-deco style with clean lines and geometric elements.
Mamma Andersson, Emily York, Catherine Brooks, Asa Muir-Harmony, Crown Point Press, Room Under the Influence, 2008, color spitbite aquatint with aquatint and softground etching on wove Somerset paper, Gift of Kathan Brown, 2011.119.7

Room Under the Influence

Mamma Andersson, Emily York, Catherine Brooks, Asa Muir-Harmony, Crown Point Press · 2008 · color spitbite aquatint with aquatint and softground etching on wove Somerset paper ·  Accession ID  2011.119.7
The image displays abstract forms in soft blue hues with fluid lines and organic shapes, creating a sense of movement. Central figures resemble outlines of two human forms, with one potentially representing a seated figure and the other supporting it. The shapes suggest familiar human postures. On the right, vertical lines can be seen, resembling a cascading waterfall or flowing drapery.
Chris Ofili, Crown Point Press, Catherine Brooks, Emily York, Ianne Kjorlie, Rainbow - Turquoise Duo, 2008, color spitbite aquatint with drypoint on gampi paper chine collé, mounted onto wove Somerset paper, Gift of Kathan Brown, 2011.119.78

Rainbow - Turquoise Duo

Chris Ofili, Crown Point Press, Catherine Brooks, Emily York, Ianne Kjorlie · 2008 · color spitbite aquatint with drypoint on gampi paper chine collé, mounted onto wove Somerset paper ·  Accession ID  2011.119.78
The image displays elongated, flowing shapes and lines alongside geometric, hexagonal patterns. Organic forms on the left side suggest a diving figure, with adjacent curved lines resembling cascading water or fabric. The background is speckled with dots, and the hexagonal forms create a contrast between fluid and angular elements.
Chris Ofili, Crown Point Press, Catherine Brooks, Emily York, Ianne Kjorlie, Rainbow - Orange Ramo, 2008, spitbite aquatint with drypoint in orange on blue gampi paper chine collé, mounted onto wove Somerset paper, Gift of Kathan Brown, 2011.119.73

Rainbow - Orange Ramo

Chris Ofili, Crown Point Press, Catherine Brooks, Emily York, Ianne Kjorlie · 2008 · spitbite aquatint with drypoint in orange on blue gampi paper chine collé, mounted onto wove Somerset paper ·  Accession ID  2011.119.73
The image contains diagonal lines of varying thickness that create movement and direction. Some shapes resemble objects like a figure, a platform, arches, or columns. The background consists of repeating diagonal lines, suggesting a fabric-like texture or the appearance of rain.
Chris Ofili, Crown Point Press, Catherine Brooks, Emily York, Ianne Kjorlie, Rainbow - Brown Bathers, 2008, spitbite aquatint with drypoint in brown on blue gampi paper chine collé, mounted onto wove Somerset paper, Gift of Kathan Brown, 2011.119.70

Rainbow - Brown Bathers

Chris Ofili, Crown Point Press, Catherine Brooks, Emily York, Ianne Kjorlie · 2008 · spitbite aquatint with drypoint in brown on blue gampi paper chine collé, mounted onto wove Somerset paper ·  Accession ID  2011.119.70
The image shows a composition with vertical lines and shapes, conveying a sense of downward movement. Smudged and dripping forms suggest the likeness of rain or tears. Within the patterns, a faint contour resembling a figure is visible. Gray tones blend together, giving the appearance of shadows and reflections.
Chris Ofili, Crown Point Press, Catherine Brooks, Emily York, Ianne Kjorlie, Rainbow - Grey Seale, 2008, spitbite aquatint with drypoint in graphite on light blue gampi paper chine collé, mounted onto wove Somerset paper, Gift of Kathan Brown, 2011.119.72

Rainbow - Grey Seale

Chris Ofili, Crown Point Press, Catherine Brooks, Emily York, Ianne Kjorlie · 2008 · spitbite aquatint with drypoint in graphite on light blue gampi paper chine collé, mounted onto wove Somerset paper ·  Accession ID  2011.119.72