Brooke Hine, Tangled

Brooke is a Philadelphia based ceramic artist whose work is a captivating exploration of the interplay between curval-linear forms, metallic accents, and the natural world. Using a variety of clays and techniques, she creates intricate pieces that showcase the beauty of cracks and texture and explores the contrast of red and white elements against a backdrop of twisted black, metallic, and bronze. Through her careful manipulation of the clay body and surface, Brooke's work evokes a tangible sense of nature and invites the viewer to engage with its tactile qualities. Her unique approach to ceramics pushes boundaries and challenges perceptions, resulting in pieces that are both visually and intellectually stimulating.

Brooke Hine is a ceramic sculptor, installation artist, and independent curator working in Philadelphia, PA. Hine holds a B.F.A. from Siena Heights University(MI) and an M.F.A from Virginia Commonwealth University(VA). After graduating from V.C.U in 2004 she moved to Philly to continue her career. Hine received a two-year fellowship from The Center for Emerging Visual Artists(CFEVA) and was their 6th annual visiting curator in 2008. She has shown nationally at the American Museum of Ceramic Art, Moore College of Art and Design, The State Museum of Pennsylvania, Delaware Contemporary Center for the Arts, Mount Airy Contemporary, University of the Arts, and the Art Alliance in Philadelphia. Hine was chosen as one of five artists to watch in Philadelphia Magazine and was published in Philadelphia’s Inquirer, Philadelphia Weekly, American Style Magazine, and Studio Visit Magazine. Troegs Independent Brewing commissioned Brooke to make a large-scale hop with decals. It’s in their permanent collection at the brewery in Hershey, PA. Her most recent curated group exhibition was entitled, NATURphilosophie at 1241 Artspace. And in the last two years, Hine graciously received a grant from Creative Capital Philadelphia. Hine has an upcoming exhibition entitled "Groundwork" in Richmond, Virginia. It's coinciding with The National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts.