Marie Brooks Gallery is named after artist Dean Mitchell's grandmother. She inspired his efforts to become an American painter.
The Marie Brooks Gallery is named for Dean's maternal grandmother who inspired him to become an artist. The gallery is located across the street from what was once McCrory’s, the five and dime store where she purchased a paint-by-number set for him when he was five. That simple, historic purchase changed the course of his life forever. It is Dean’s hope to inspire you and others with her story and how her love for family and community gave him the will to succeed against the odds.
"My grandmother's love, dignity, and respect for others have shaped my life. Her moral and spiritual influence gave me a sense of self-worth, pride, and the inner strength to pursue my dreams. In this small frail body was a deep commitment to the well-being of family. She always gave unconditionally, reinforcing love above all else. She was such an important part of my life that even today it is difficult to talk about her without feeling the sting of tears in my eyes."
The Marie Brooks Gallery exclusively features works by the artist, Dean Mitchell.
